Entry Level Embedded Design Engineer Jobs

New grad embedded design engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio of coursework projects or internship work often carries more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Science & Research, with employers like Neuralink, Qualcomm, and Northrop Grumman hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles51
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerNeuralink
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type83% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Embedded Software Integration Automation testing Engineer
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Embedded Software Integration Automation testing Engineer
MatchPoint
Auburn Hills, Michigan
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Embedded Systems Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Embedded Test Manager
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Embedded Test Manager
Kulicke & Soffa
Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
On-Site
None

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Offensive Security Researcher, Kernel & Embedded Security
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Offensive Security Researcher, Kernel & Embedded Security
Apple
New York, New York
Embedded Systems Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Technical Program Management
$150k - $278k/yr
10,000+

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Embedded Software Engineer
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Embedded Software Engineer
Blue River Technology
Santa Clara, California
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Embedded Systems Engineering
Backend Engineering
$122k - $183k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Embedded Control Systems Engineer
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Embedded Control Systems Engineer
Trane Technologies
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Specialized Engineering
Software Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Embedded Systems Engineering
$70k - $128k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Entry Level Embedded Design Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Neuralink5 open roles
Qualcomm3 open roles
Northrop Grumman3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software15
  • Manufacturing9
  • Science & Research7
  • Electronics & Hardware7
  • Automotive3

Entry Level Embedded Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level embedded design engineer job?

Employers hiring at the entry level look for hands-on experience with microcontrollers, real-time operating systems, and low-level programming in C or C++. A portfolio of personal or coursework projects, a completed internship, or contributions to an open-source embedded project can set you apart. Familiarity with hardware debugging tools and schematic reading gives candidates a practical edge during technical interviews.

Which companies hire entry level embedded design engineers?

Companies hiring entry level embedded design engineers right now include Neuralink, Qualcomm, and Northrop Grumman, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including semiconductor manufacturers, consumer electronics firms, automotive suppliers, and defense contractors that actively bring on junior engineers to grow alongside experienced teams.

Are there remote entry level embedded design engineer jobs?

Yes, though most embedded design roles require some on-site access to lab equipment and hardware prototypes. About 17% of entry level embedded design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the work. Hybrid schedules are common at larger employers, allowing firmware and software-side tasks to be handled remotely.

Are these new grad embedded design engineer jobs?

Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior embedded design engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in place of full-time history, or explicitly invites candidates who can demonstrate ability through a portfolio or academic project rather than a long employment record.

Which industries hire the most entry level embedded design engineers?

Entry Level embedded design engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because they depend on a steady pipeline of new engineers to support product development cycles, hardware iteration, and the growing demand for connected and intelligent devices at every price point.