Entry Level Mechanical Design Manager Jobs
New grad mechanical design manager jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a portfolio of CAD and product development projects can outweigh a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like Tesla, ABB, and KLA hiring at this level now.
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Job Description
Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)
Functional Area: Engineering
The Role
Under general supervision provides essential support for departmental functions that include a wide range of activities and initiatives.
What You’ll Do
- Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major.
- Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader.
- Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the team's success in reaching goals and objectives.
- Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks.
- This position will be in the Mechanical Designer office to get a feel for the engineering design work we do as well as involvement in our Engineering Capital Project management and execution across all facilities.
- This will provide the intern some exposure to a number of different functional areas throughout their summer internship with us.
- Summer Internship in Process Controls dealing with new capital projects across all plants.
- Technology/process focused projects including developing scope, project requests, equipment requisition, planning, scheduling, and implementation.
- Reverse engineering components and assemblies through our Green Tag Process for the purpose of cost savings, lead time reduction and reliability improvements.
- Assist in control systems for capital projects for new equipment and upgrades.
- Support innovation, best practices, and value for the organization.
- Investigates new technologies to see if they are viable for applications and reports findings to their direct manager.
- Identifies repetitive issues to increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major.
- Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader.
- Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the team's success in reaching goals and objectives.
- Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks.
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
- Have an applicable degree program and coursework that corresponds with the internship applied for.
- Applicable experience within the technical fields preferred.
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and excellent communication skills are all essential to this position.
- Effective presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to interact and collaborate with a variety of individuals in a professional manner.
Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis
About us
Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Bomb Pop, and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand, Baby Ruth, Nutella and Kinder Bueno. Wells Enterprises is a $2 billion company employing 4,000 employees, across four production plants and two main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars. Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams. As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero’s global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment. At Wells, our people—and their experience—sit at the heart of our ambition.
What We Offer
At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance.
Job Description
Company: Wells Enterprises (a Ferrero Company)
Functional Area: Engineering
The Role
Under general supervision provides essential support for departmental functions that include a wide range of activities and initiatives.
What You’ll Do
- Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major.
- Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader.
- Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the team's success in reaching goals and objectives.
- Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks.
- This position will be in the Mechanical Designer office to get a feel for the engineering design work we do as well as involvement in our Engineering Capital Project management and execution across all facilities.
- This will provide the intern some exposure to a number of different functional areas throughout their summer internship with us.
- Summer Internship in Process Controls dealing with new capital projects across all plants.
- Technology/process focused projects including developing scope, project requests, equipment requisition, planning, scheduling, and implementation.
- Reverse engineering components and assemblies through our Green Tag Process for the purpose of cost savings, lead time reduction and reliability improvements.
- Assist in control systems for capital projects for new equipment and upgrades.
- Support innovation, best practices, and value for the organization.
- Investigates new technologies to see if they are viable for applications and reports findings to their direct manager.
- Identifies repetitive issues to increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
- Perform operational and administrative functions as it relates to academic major.
- Independently work on special projects as assigned by functional leader.
- Assist in implementing functional strategies and contribute to the team's success in reaching goals and objectives.
- Support the departmental deliverables and be proactive in planning and supporting tasks.
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
- Have an applicable degree program and coursework that corresponds with the internship applied for.
- Applicable experience within the technical fields preferred.
- Strong familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Attention to detail, the ability to multi-task and excellent communication skills are all essential to this position.
- Effective presentation skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to interact and collaborate with a variety of individuals in a professional manner.
Wells Enterprises is an EEO/AA employer M/F/Vet/Dis
About us
Wells Enterprises, a Ferrero company, is one of the largest ice cream manufacturers in the United States and the maker of well-loved brands including Blue Bunny, Halo Top, Bomb Pop, and Blue Ribbon Classics and today Trolli, Butterfinger 100grand, Baby Ruth, Nutella and Kinder Bueno. Wells Enterprises is a $2 billion company employing 4,000 employees, across four production plants and two main hub locations, Chicago and Le Mars. Guided by innovation, quality, and a people-first mindset, Wells is committed to delighting consumers and developing exceptional teams. As part of the Ferrero Group, Wells combines its strong U.S. heritage with Ferrero’s global standards of excellence, offering a unique opportunity to grow within a dynamic, values-driven, and international environment. At Wells, our people—and their experience—sit at the heart of our ambition.
What We Offer
At Wells, we’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that enhance health, financial wellness, and include paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual incentive bonus based on Company performance.
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Entry Level Mechanical Design Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level mechanical design manager job?
Focus on building a portfolio that shows CAD proficiency, design iteration, and any project leadership, even from coursework or internships. Employers at this level look for candidates who can demonstrate hands-on design experience, familiarity with tools like SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and an ability to collaborate with engineering teams. Tailoring your resume to highlight specific projects and measurable outcomes gives you a clear edge over generic applicants.
Which companies hire entry level mechanical design managers?
Companies hiring entry level mechanical design managers right now include Tesla, ABB, and KLA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from manufacturers, product development firms, and industrial engineering companies that build junior management pipelines from new graduate hires.
Are there remote entry level mechanical design manager jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of mechanical design work. About 8% of entry level mechanical design manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so options exist for candidates who need flexibility, particularly in companies using digital prototyping and cloud-based CAD collaboration tools.
Are these new grad mechanical design manager jobs?
Yes, many of the roles listed here are new grad friendly, including positions labeled junior or recent graduate that welcome zero to two years of experience. A new grad posting typically accepts internship experience or a strong academic project portfolio in place of full-time work history, making them accessible to candidates coming directly out of a mechanical engineering or related degree program.
Which industries hire the most entry level mechanical design managers?
Entry Level mechanical design manager roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they maintain active product development cycles that require junior design talent to support lead engineers and move projects from concept to production.