Engineering Technician Jobs in New Mexico
Engineering Technician jobs in New Mexico are concentrated in Albuquerque, Los Alamos, and Las Cruces, where employers like Sandia National Laboratories, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and Raytheon Technologies maintain large technical workforces. The most in-demand specialties are electronics, civil, and mechanical disciplines, driven by the state's defense research, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Openings range from entry-level associate technician roles to senior field positions supporting complex government and commercial projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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TransCore (TRN), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician II to join our team in Albuquerque, NM.
Summary: Passionate about the Smart Cities space? Interested in building better solutions for how people move and live their lives? Perhaps this is the role for you!
TransCore is seeking an experienced and innovative Engineering Technician II to join in the development of our Smart Mobility Product Initiative with the intent to rethink how users move, providing innovative, user-friendly solutions to their day-to-day lives reaching millions of users across the globe. This "zero to one" role is pivotal in building an entirely new product from scratch. You'll directly contribute to the product execution, developing a high-quality, data-informed user experience, while balancing the needs of our customers while driving end-user growth, engagement, and retention goals.
TransCore is uniquely positioned to have a huge impact in advancing smart cities & mobility. Join TransCore as we shape the future of smart cities and transportation tech.
The Engineering Technician II will support engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry or specialized test equipment. Applications may include analog, digital and/or video circuits, and logic systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Reviews project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problem, and possible solutions such as part redesign, substitution of material or parts, or rearrangement of parts or subassemblies.
- Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies.
- Sets up and conducts tests of complete units and components under operational conditions.
- Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment.
- Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment.
- Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions.
- Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.
Requirements and Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
- Associate's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering from a college or university.
- Typically requires a minimum of 2-3 years of related experience.
- Has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.
- Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice.
- Normally receives little instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced.
- Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
- Able to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry to solve problems.
- Skilled at dealing with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to do tasks. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
TransCore offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible savings accounts, 401K, Life and AD&D insurance, a comprehensive Paid Leave program, and a Tuition Reimbursement program. Participation is limited to regular full-time employees.
- TransCore complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
TransCore (TRN), a subsidiary of ST Engineering, is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician II to join our team in Albuquerque, NM.
Summary: Passionate about the Smart Cities space? Interested in building better solutions for how people move and live their lives? Perhaps this is the role for you!
TransCore is seeking an experienced and innovative Engineering Technician II to join in the development of our Smart Mobility Product Initiative with the intent to rethink how users move, providing innovative, user-friendly solutions to their day-to-day lives reaching millions of users across the globe. This "zero to one" role is pivotal in building an entirely new product from scratch. You'll directly contribute to the product execution, developing a high-quality, data-informed user experience, while balancing the needs of our customers while driving end-user growth, engagement, and retention goals.
TransCore is uniquely positioned to have a huge impact in advancing smart cities & mobility. Join TransCore as we shape the future of smart cities and transportation tech.
The Engineering Technician II will support engineering activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry or specialized test equipment. Applications may include analog, digital and/or video circuits, and logic systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Reviews project instructions and blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, test equipment, nature of technical problem, and possible solutions such as part redesign, substitution of material or parts, or rearrangement of parts or subassemblies.
- Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies.
- Sets up and conducts tests of complete units and components under operational conditions.
- Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment.
- Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment.
- Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions.
- Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.
Requirements and Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
- Associate's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering from a college or university.
- Typically requires a minimum of 2-3 years of related experience.
- Has substantial understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to complete a wide range of tasks.
- Works on assignments that are semi-routine in nature but recognizes the need for occasional deviation from accepted practice.
- Normally receives little instruction on daily work, general instructions on newly introduced.
- Able to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Good communication skills.
- Able to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
- Able to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry to solve problems.
- Skilled at dealing with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to do tasks. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
TransCore offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, flexible savings accounts, 401K, Life and AD&D insurance, a comprehensive Paid Leave program, and a Tuition Reimbursement program. Participation is limited to regular full-time employees.
- TransCore complies with federal and state disability laws and provides reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Where New Mexico roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Engineering Technician Job Market in New Mexico
A snapshot from current New Mexico openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- State of New Mexico7
- Terracon Consultants4
- KBR1
- Curia1
- TransCore1
Top Industries Hiring
- Government & Public Sector7
- Consulting & Professional Services6
- Science & Research1
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals1
What New Mexico Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering technician jobs across New Mexico.
- Associate degree in engineering technology or a closely related technical field required
- Experience with testing, calibration, or maintenance of engineering equipment or systems
- Familiarity with reading and interpreting technical drawings, schematics, and specifications
- Proficiency with data collection tools, diagnostic software, or laboratory instrumentation
- Ability to obtain or maintain a federal security clearance for government contractor roles
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for documenting findings and collaborating with engineers
Engineering Technician Jobs in New Mexico: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering technician in New Mexico?
Most engineering technician roles in New Mexico require at minimum an associate degree in engineering technology, electronics, civil, or a related technical field from an accredited program. New Mexico Tech and Central New Mexico Community College are common starting points. While New Mexico does not mandate a single state license for most engineering technician positions, those supporting licensed professional engineers on public projects should be aware of requirements set by the New Mexico Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Professional Surveyors.
Which companies hire engineering technicians in New Mexico?
Companies currently hiring engineering technicians in New Mexico include State of New Mexico, Terracon Consultants, and KBR, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. New Mexico's defense research corridor along the I-25 corridor, anchored by national laboratories and aerospace contractors, accounts for a large share of consistent demand.
Which New Mexico cities have the most engineering technician jobs?
Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Zuni are the New Mexico cities with the most engineering technician openings. Albuquerque dominates because of its concentration of defense contractors, Kirtland Air Force Base, and Sandia National Laboratories, while Los Alamos and Las Cruces draw consistent demand from Los Alamos National Laboratory and New Mexico State University's research and facilities operations.
Are there remote engineering technician jobs in New Mexico?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of engineering technician openings tied to New Mexico are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-dependent nature of most technician work. The roles most likely to offer any remote component are those focused on data analysis, technical documentation, or design support rather than fieldwork, calibration, or equipment maintenance.
How can I get hired as a engineering technician in New Mexico with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an associate degree in engineering technology at Central New Mexico Community College or New Mexico Tech and applying to entry-level technician aide or lab assistant roles with national laboratory contractors. Sandia National Laboratories and Los Alamos National Laboratory both run student internship and co-op programs that regularly convert to full-time positions. Candidates coming from adjacent roles like equipment operator, quality inspector, or facilities maintenance technician are frequently considered, and an ETA or NCATT certification can give applicants without a degree a measurable edge.
Where can I find and apply to engineering technician jobs in New Mexico?
You can find and apply to engineering technician jobs in New Mexico on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring across the state. Search the listings to see roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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