Entry Level Mechanical Engineer Jobs
New grad mechanical engineer jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with 0 to 2 years of experience to their first professional roles, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site positions across Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Technology & Software, with employers like Burns & McDonnell, Tesla, and SpaceX hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
100% onsite job in Fremont, CA (Zip 94538)
Key Skills:
- Strong thermal/heat transfer knowledge.
- Broad knowledge of various types of materials and their typical use cases and properties.
- Need more diverse skillset with thermal material knowledge.
- Able to present different competing design concepts in a way that helps choose recommended design path.
Duties:
- Participates in the conceptualization, modeling, analysis, development, documentation, and test/validation of hardware associated with new semiconductor equipment.
- Designs parts using metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings/plating’s. Work with potential suppliers to ensure parts can be manufactured in accordance with performance and cost objectives.
- Ensures documentation is consistent with SEMI, and other standards as applicable (ANSI, DIN etc.) as well as best known methods for GD&T; accordingly, demonstrates knowledge and ability to properly utilize them.
- Performs analytical work in order to characterize and properly specify new and existing designs, including heat transfer, stress, vibrations, fluid/gas dynamics and manufacturability.
- Develops and execute test plans that generate characterization data sufficient to understand and validate the performance of the design.
- Develops and presents reports/presentations of excellent quality that communicate design intent, analysis, and validation at design reviews.
- Close interactions with suppliers and other internal departments to ensure reception of high quality, well tested and cost optimized solutions for the defined requirements.
- May be responsible for the design, development and implementation of custom mechanical tooling, fixturing and associated processes to enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle.
- Establishes standards across all operational processes.
- Prepares all required deliverables requested by product development plan (e.g. FMEA, technical specifications, risk analysis, test specifications, design review presentations).
Skills:
- CAD Experience (NX Preferred)
- Knowledge of MS Office
- Familiar using and interpreting GD&T
- In-depth understanding and working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE).
- Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and ability to react to shifting priorities to meet business needs and deadlines.
- Excellent people skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, internal and external partners.
- Collaboration/Matrix environment mindset & Problem solving
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Skills in MATLAB and Simulink.
- FEA experience (Structural, CFD).
- Diverse materials knowledge.
Education
- Mechanical Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of relevant work experience.
- Master’s degree with 0-1 years of relevant work experience.
INTRODUCTION
100% onsite job in Fremont, CA (Zip 94538)
Key Skills:
- Strong thermal/heat transfer knowledge.
- Broad knowledge of various types of materials and their typical use cases and properties.
- Need more diverse skillset with thermal material knowledge.
- Able to present different competing design concepts in a way that helps choose recommended design path.
Duties:
- Participates in the conceptualization, modeling, analysis, development, documentation, and test/validation of hardware associated with new semiconductor equipment.
- Designs parts using metals, ceramics, quartz, plastics, and advanced coatings/plating’s. Work with potential suppliers to ensure parts can be manufactured in accordance with performance and cost objectives.
- Ensures documentation is consistent with SEMI, and other standards as applicable (ANSI, DIN etc.) as well as best known methods for GD&T; accordingly, demonstrates knowledge and ability to properly utilize them.
- Performs analytical work in order to characterize and properly specify new and existing designs, including heat transfer, stress, vibrations, fluid/gas dynamics and manufacturability.
- Develops and execute test plans that generate characterization data sufficient to understand and validate the performance of the design.
- Develops and presents reports/presentations of excellent quality that communicate design intent, analysis, and validation at design reviews.
- Close interactions with suppliers and other internal departments to ensure reception of high quality, well tested and cost optimized solutions for the defined requirements.
- May be responsible for the design, development and implementation of custom mechanical tooling, fixturing and associated processes to enable the handling, assembly and/or disassembly of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies throughout the product life cycle.
- Establishes standards across all operational processes.
- Prepares all required deliverables requested by product development plan (e.g. FMEA, technical specifications, risk analysis, test specifications, design review presentations).
Skills:
- CAD Experience (NX Preferred)
- Knowledge of MS Office
- Familiar using and interpreting GD&T
- In-depth understanding and working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and/or Design of Experiments (DOE).
- Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and ability to react to shifting priorities to meet business needs and deadlines.
- Excellent people skills with demonstrated ability to work effectively and efficiently with diverse teams, customers, internal and external partners.
- Collaboration/Matrix environment mindset & Problem solving
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Skills in MATLAB and Simulink.
- FEA experience (Structural, CFD).
- Diverse materials knowledge.
Education
- Mechanical Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of relevant work experience.
- Master’s degree with 0-1 years of relevant work experience.
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Entry Level Mechanical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level mechanical engineer job?
Entry level mechanical engineer roles reward candidates who show hands-on proof of work. Employers at this level look for relevant internships, capstone projects, CAD proficiency, and familiarity with manufacturing or design processes. A portfolio that demonstrates real problem-solving, even from coursework or personal projects, gives you a clear edge over candidates who only list coursework on a resume.
Which companies hire entry level mechanical engineers?
Companies hiring entry level mechanical engineers right now include Burns & McDonnell, Tesla, and SpaceX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Employers range from large manufacturers and defense contractors to engineering consultancies and consumer product companies, many of which run structured new graduate programs designed to build foundational skills on the job.
Are there remote entry level mechanical engineer jobs?
Yes, though most mechanical engineering work at this level involves physical prototypes, lab equipment, or manufacturing floors that require being on-site. About 15% of entry level mechanical engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with remote roles most common in software-adjacent areas like simulation, CAD modeling, and technical documentation.
Are these new grad mechanical engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior mechanical engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes 0 to 2 years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward that requirement, or accepts a strong project portfolio in place of full-time work history. Roles labeled junior or associate also fall into this category and are a natural fit for candidates just entering the field.
Which industries hire the most entry level mechanical engineers?
Entry Level mechanical engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive early-career hiring because they depend on a steady pipeline of engineers to support product development, testing, and manufacturing operations, and they typically offer structured onboarding that suits candidates with limited professional experience.