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New grad engineering associate jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship record can matter more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like Secretariat, Mesa Associates, and Barge Design Solutions hiring at this level now.
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District Five is one of six districts of the New Mexico Department of Transportation. The boundaries of District Five include the following counties: Torrance, Santa Fe, Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Taos, and San Juan. Employees in the District are responsible for providing the Maintenance, Construction, Engineering Support, and Business support measures of the Department to ensure the safety of the public as well as efficient highways.
This job is located in the Santa Fe Project Office.
As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrative leave upon your start date.
This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within Two (2) weeks of Closing Date.
Why does the job exist?
Perform project field inspections, materials testing, project documentation, office management and monitoring of various construction projects.
How does it get done?
Monitor materials on highway construction projects to ensure accordance with the contract as well as New Mexico Department of Transportation standard specifications are being followed. Sample and test materials incorporated into the roadway during construction. Reporting on a daily basis, pay quantities for monthly pay estimates to the contractor. Document and report project related activities by daily reports on Site Manager. Complete pertinent field reports and testing forms/documents that may be required in a timely manner. Assist Office Manager as needed.
Who are the customers?
The traveling public.
Ideal Candidate
The traveling public.
Minimum Qualification
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Employment requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and is conditional pending results. Business reference check and driver's license verification are required and employment is conditional pending results. May require Technician Training Certification Program (TTCP) certificates within one year of hire to include but not limited to; Nuclear Densometer, Concrete Field and Lab Testing, and Aggregate.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in the field in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, wind, rain and snow. May include exposure to: Sunlight, dust, pollen, chemicals, rough/rugged terrain, insects and reptiles, noxious plants and infected trash, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, toxic fumes/chemicals and/or airborne particles, and hazardous chemicals. High speed/high volume traffic and loud noises, confined spaces; Falls and bruises, considerable physical strain; Standing for extended periods of time doing traffic control or walking long distances; Hand dexterity required for some duties; numerous specific vision abilities to include: close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus; some climbing, reaching, kneeling and crawling to perform job duties; ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Work may also be performed in an office setting with exposure to visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage to include working with faxes, copiers and printers. May be required to work irregular hours and is subject to call outs for emergencies. Willingness to accept change of geographical assignments. Interaction with the public by phone and in person. Frequent temporary assignments that require travel and extended overnight stays to include weekends, holidays, and overtime are required.
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Agency Contact Information: Diego Gonzales, diego.gonzales@dot.nm.gov Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
District Five is one of six districts of the New Mexico Department of Transportation. The boundaries of District Five include the following counties: Torrance, Santa Fe, Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Taos, and San Juan. Employees in the District are responsible for providing the Maintenance, Construction, Engineering Support, and Business support measures of the Department to ensure the safety of the public as well as efficient highways.
This job is located in the Santa Fe Project Office.
As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrative leave upon your start date.
This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government.
Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within Two (2) weeks of Closing Date.
Why does the job exist?
Perform project field inspections, materials testing, project documentation, office management and monitoring of various construction projects.
How does it get done?
Monitor materials on highway construction projects to ensure accordance with the contract as well as New Mexico Department of Transportation standard specifications are being followed. Sample and test materials incorporated into the roadway during construction. Reporting on a daily basis, pay quantities for monthly pay estimates to the contractor. Document and report project related activities by daily reports on Site Manager. Complete pertinent field reports and testing forms/documents that may be required in a timely manner. Assist Office Manager as needed.
Who are the customers?
The traveling public.
Ideal Candidate
The traveling public.
Minimum Qualification
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Employment requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and is conditional pending results. Business reference check and driver's license verification are required and employment is conditional pending results. May require Technician Training Certification Program (TTCP) certificates within one year of hire to include but not limited to; Nuclear Densometer, Concrete Field and Lab Testing, and Aggregate.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in the field in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, wind, rain and snow. May include exposure to: Sunlight, dust, pollen, chemicals, rough/rugged terrain, insects and reptiles, noxious plants and infected trash, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, toxic fumes/chemicals and/or airborne particles, and hazardous chemicals. High speed/high volume traffic and loud noises, confined spaces; Falls and bruises, considerable physical strain; Standing for extended periods of time doing traffic control or walking long distances; Hand dexterity required for some duties; numerous specific vision abilities to include: close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus; some climbing, reaching, kneeling and crawling to perform job duties; ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Work may also be performed in an office setting with exposure to visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage to include working with faxes, copiers and printers. May be required to work irregular hours and is subject to call outs for emergencies. Willingness to accept change of geographical assignments. Interaction with the public by phone and in person. Frequent temporary assignments that require travel and extended overnight stays to include weekends, holidays, and overtime are required.
Supplemental Information
Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here
Agency Contact Information: Diego Gonzales, diego.gonzales@dot.nm.gov Email
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.
Bargaining Unit Position
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.
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Entry Level Engineering Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level engineering associate job?
Focus on demonstrating hands-on work rather than years on a resume. Employers hiring at this level look for relevant coursework, capstone projects, internships, or personal projects that show you can apply engineering concepts. Tailor your resume to each posting, highlight any lab or fieldwork experience, and be ready to discuss your problem-solving process in technical interviews. Entry level roles often value growth potential as much as existing skills.
Which companies hire entry level engineering associates?
Companies hiring entry level engineering associates right now include Secretariat, Mesa Associates, and Barge Design Solutions, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large engineering firms, infrastructure contractors, and manufacturers that build structured onboarding programs specifically designed to bring junior talent up to speed.
Are there remote entry level engineering associate jobs?
Yes, though most engineering associate roles at the entry level are on-site or hybrid due to hands-on requirements. About 15% of entry level engineering associate openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote positions more common in design, analysis, or software-adjacent engineering functions than in field or lab-based roles.
Are these new grad engineering associate jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior engineering associate roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it explicitly welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-ops in place of full-time history, or lists a degree and a portfolio as the primary qualifications. If you are a new grad searching for your first engineering position, these roles are the right starting point.
Which industries hire the most entry level engineering associates?
Entry Level engineering associate roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive junior hiring because they rely on large project pipelines, regulatory compliance, and ongoing infrastructure investment that require consistent entry level talent to support senior engineers and project teams.