Entry Level Mechanical Team Lead Jobs
New grad mechanical team lead jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on internship work or a strong project portfolio can carry more weight than years on a resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Education, with employers like Jobot, Cleveland-Cliffs, and Salas O'Brien hiring at this level now.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This position is an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to join our EV Battery Technology team. This role focuses on equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and support of manufacturing systems used in EV battery development, including automation, robotics, inspection systems, and data acquisition equipment.
The Mechanical Engineer will work closely with engineering, production, and external partners to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of mechanical and electromechanical systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
This position requires fluency in both Korean and English to support collaboration with Korean-speaking stakeholders and global teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform and support preventive and corrective maintenance for production and laboratory equipment to ensure operational reliability
- Assist with installation, setup, troubleshooting, and improvement of mechanical and electromechanical systems
- Collaborate with engineering teams on automation systems and equipment enhancements
- Support automation equipment, industrial computers, and related system infrastructure
- Coordinate maintenance activities and troubleshooting efforts with production teams
- Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and improvement actions
- Work with external vendors on equipment repairs, diagnostics, and system upgrades
- Ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment efficiency and reliability
QUALIFICATIONS
- Korean and English bilingual proficiency required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
- 0–5 years of experience in manufacturing, automation, or equipment support environments (entry-level candidates welcome)
- Basic understanding of mechanical systems, industrial equipment, and production processes
- Exposure to automation systems, industrial controls, or robotics preferred
- Familiarity with Windows-based industrial systems and basic networking is a plus
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed
BENEFITS
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; paid sick leave; life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability (LTD) insurance; and optional voluntary life/AD&D coverage. Benefits are subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This position is an entry-level Mechanical Engineer to join our EV Battery Technology team. This role focuses on equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and support of manufacturing systems used in EV battery development, including automation, robotics, inspection systems, and data acquisition equipment.
The Mechanical Engineer will work closely with engineering, production, and external partners to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of mechanical and electromechanical systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
This position requires fluency in both Korean and English to support collaboration with Korean-speaking stakeholders and global teams.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform and support preventive and corrective maintenance for production and laboratory equipment to ensure operational reliability
- Assist with installation, setup, troubleshooting, and improvement of mechanical and electromechanical systems
- Collaborate with engineering teams on automation systems and equipment enhancements
- Support automation equipment, industrial computers, and related system infrastructure
- Coordinate maintenance activities and troubleshooting efforts with production teams
- Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, equipment performance, and improvement actions
- Work with external vendors on equipment repairs, diagnostics, and system upgrades
- Ensure all work is completed in compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment efficiency and reliability
QUALIFICATIONS
- Korean and English bilingual proficiency required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering field
- 0–5 years of experience in manufacturing, automation, or equipment support environments (entry-level candidates welcome)
- Basic understanding of mechanical systems, industrial equipment, and production processes
- Exposure to automation systems, industrial controls, or robotics preferred
- Familiarity with Windows-based industrial systems and basic networking is a plus
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and overtime as needed
BENEFITS
Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; paid sick leave; life, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability (LTD) insurance; and optional voluntary life/AD&D coverage. Benefits are subject to eligibility and applicable plan terms.
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Entry Level Mechanical Team Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level mechanical team lead job?
Start by highlighting any hands-on leadership you've taken on, whether leading a capstone project, coordinating an internship team, or supervising a small crew during a co-op. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand mechanical systems and show early initiative in guiding others. A degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, combined with demonstrable project ownership, gives you a real edge over candidates who only list coursework.
Which companies hire entry level mechanical team leads?
Companies hiring entry level mechanical team leads right now include Jobot, Cleveland-Cliffs, and Salas O'Brien, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from manufacturers, engineering services firms, and industrial contractors that run structured new-grad programs or regularly backfill junior lead roles from within their production and engineering departments.
Are there remote entry level mechanical team lead jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of mechanical work. About 14% of entry level mechanical team lead openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to be roles with a planning, coordination, or CAD-focused component rather than direct floor supervision. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate will show you exactly what is available right now.
Are these new grad mechanical team lead jobs?
Yes, many of the mechanical team lead roles listed here are new grad and junior positions that welcome candidates with little or no professional experience. A new-grad-friendly posting typically says it accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward the requirement, or values a strong technical portfolio in place of a long work history. Recent graduates who have led any team or project, even in an academic setting, are competitive for these roles.
Which industries hire the most entry level mechanical team leads?
Entry Level mechanical team lead roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because they run large production or engineering teams that need junior leads to bridge the gap between frontline workers and senior management, creating a steady pipeline of openings for candidates just starting their careers.