Entry Level Engineering Technician Jobs
New grad engineering technician jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with 0 to 2 years of experience to technical roles where a strong portfolio or internship background can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site positions across Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Retail, with employers like Amazon, Applied Materials, and Terracon Consultants hiring at this level now.
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Engineering Technician I – VTC
Position Summary
The Engineering Technician I provides hands-on support for engineering development, testing, and product validation activities. This role assists with the assembly, troubleshooting, modification, and testing of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems. The successful candidate will support engineers in developing new products, improving existing designs, and maintaining laboratory and test equipment.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with their hands, solving real-world technical problems, building and modifying equipment, and seeing projects progress from concept through testing and validation. The candidate should be comfortable working independently on assigned projects while also contributing as part of a collaborative engineering team when required.
Essential Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and test equipment.
- Assemble, modify, repair, and test mechanical and electromechanical systems.
- Assist engineers with prototype development, product testing, validation, and continuous improvement projects.
- Develop and execute test procedures while collecting, analyzing, and documenting test data.
- Support PLC-based control systems, instrumentation, sensors, and automated test equipment.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of National Instruments LabVIEW applications and data acquisition systems.
- Perform machining, fabrication, and modification of test fixtures, tooling, and prototype components.
- Support programming and integration of control systems, sensors, and data acquisition hardware.
- Maintain accurate test records, reports, drawings, and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations personnel to resolve technical issues and support project objectives.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory and shop environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems.
- Familiarity with National Instruments LabVIEW and data acquisition systems.
- Experience with machining, fabrication, or operation of manual and CNC equipment.
- Basic programming knowledge (Python, C#, LabVIEW, Ladder Logic, or similar).
- Experience with instrumentation, sensors, electrical wiring, and automation equipment.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and test equipment.
- Hands-on experience through technical school projects, co-ops, internships, robotics teams, military technical training, makerspaces, automotive projects, or personal technical projects.
About Valmet
Valmet is a global supplier of technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. With approximately 17,000 employees worldwide, the company serves industrial customers with equipment, technology, and service solutions while offering long-term career opportunities in manufacturing, service, and engineering roles.
We offer
We offer a dynamic work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic setting with opportunities for continual growth. We're looking for team-oriented people with a willingness to learn and contribute to our customers’ success. This includes a generous wage starting between $27-$37/hour* and benefits package that offers a 401k with company match as well as company funded pension.
Pay range is intended to provide a general guideline. Actual compensation will be determined based on market data, internal equity, and candidate credentials.
Engineering Technician I – VTC
Position Summary
The Engineering Technician I provides hands-on support for engineering development, testing, and product validation activities. This role assists with the assembly, troubleshooting, modification, and testing of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems. The successful candidate will support engineers in developing new products, improving existing designs, and maintaining laboratory and test equipment.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with their hands, solving real-world technical problems, building and modifying equipment, and seeing projects progress from concept through testing and validation. The candidate should be comfortable working independently on assigned projects while also contributing as part of a collaborative engineering team when required.
Essential Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory and test equipment.
- Assemble, modify, repair, and test mechanical and electromechanical systems.
- Assist engineers with prototype development, product testing, validation, and continuous improvement projects.
- Develop and execute test procedures while collecting, analyzing, and documenting test data.
- Support PLC-based control systems, instrumentation, sensors, and automated test equipment.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of National Instruments LabVIEW applications and data acquisition systems.
- Perform machining, fabrication, and modification of test fixtures, tooling, and prototype components.
- Support programming and integration of control systems, sensors, and data acquisition hardware.
- Maintain accurate test records, reports, drawings, and technical documentation.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations personnel to resolve technical issues and support project objectives.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized laboratory and shop environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Associate degree in Electronics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
- Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple tasks.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems.
- Familiarity with National Instruments LabVIEW and data acquisition systems.
- Experience with machining, fabrication, or operation of manual and CNC equipment.
- Basic programming knowledge (Python, C#, LabVIEW, Ladder Logic, or similar).
- Experience with instrumentation, sensors, electrical wiring, and automation equipment.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, machine tools, and test equipment.
- Hands-on experience through technical school projects, co-ops, internships, robotics teams, military technical training, makerspaces, automotive projects, or personal technical projects.
About Valmet
Valmet is a global supplier of technologies, automation, and services for the pulp, paper, and energy industries. With approximately 17,000 employees worldwide, the company serves industrial customers with equipment, technology, and service solutions while offering long-term career opportunities in manufacturing, service, and engineering roles.
We offer
We offer a dynamic work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and energetic setting with opportunities for continual growth. We're looking for team-oriented people with a willingness to learn and contribute to our customers’ success. This includes a generous wage starting between $27-$37/hour* and benefits package that offers a 401k with company match as well as company funded pension.
Pay range is intended to provide a general guideline. Actual compensation will be determined based on market data, internal equity, and candidate credentials.
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Entry Level Engineering Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level engineering technician job?
Start by building hands-on experience through internships, lab courses, or personal projects that demonstrate your technical skills. Employers hiring at this level typically look for familiarity with technical drawings, basic test equipment, and industry-relevant software. A clear portfolio showing what you've built or tested gives you a real edge over candidates who only list coursework. Certifications like CompTIA or OSHA 10 can also strengthen an entry level application.
Which companies hire entry level engineering technicians?
Companies hiring entry level engineering technicians right now include Amazon, Applied Materials, and Terracon Consultants, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from manufacturers, defense contractors, utilities, and engineering services firms that run structured onboarding programs and are willing to train candidates who bring the right technical foundations.
Are there remote entry level engineering technician jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of the work. About 1% of entry level engineering technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve tasks like documentation, data analysis, or technical support that don't require a physical lab or production floor.
Are these new grad engineering technician jobs?
Yes, the openings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically asks for 0 to 2 years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work as qualifying experience, and treats a relevant associate or bachelor's degree, plus a demonstrated portfolio, as sufficient to apply.
Which industries hire the most entry level engineering technicians?
Entry Level engineering technician roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they rely on consistent testing, maintenance, and quality-control workflows that are well suited to candidates who are building their technical experience for the first time.