Entry Level Product Design Engineer Jobs
New grad product design engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings mix on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Manufacturing, with employers like Apple, TikTok, and Southern States hiring at this level now.
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Job Summary: The Product Design Engineer II is a mid-level engineering position. In this role the engineer will learn and apply SSL Drafting and Production processes while working under the supervision of an experienced engineer. The work will include standard computations, analysis, and 3D CAD design work.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Work on projects assigned or directed by more experienced Engineers
- Design, draft and model using AutoCAD and Solidworks for existing and new products
- Create 3D models, 2D drawings, Specifications and Bill of Materials
- Provide technical support to manufacturing and field installation
- Develop engineering skills based on engineering procedure 230.50 Engineering Training
- Create samples of working models for demonstration
- Improve usability of new and existing products
- Revises processes, documents and drawings through Value Improvement (VIP) Systems
- Begin to perform tests in the engineering lab under supervision, learn ANSI Standards and how they relate to testing
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field
- Experience: Two to seven years of related work experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD/SolidWorks
- Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude
Preferred Qualifications:
- High Voltage Switch experience
- Southern States Co-Op or Intern experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in FEA computer analysis
Job Summary: The Product Design Engineer II is a mid-level engineering position. In this role the engineer will learn and apply SSL Drafting and Production processes while working under the supervision of an experienced engineer. The work will include standard computations, analysis, and 3D CAD design work.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Work on projects assigned or directed by more experienced Engineers
- Design, draft and model using AutoCAD and Solidworks for existing and new products
- Create 3D models, 2D drawings, Specifications and Bill of Materials
- Provide technical support to manufacturing and field installation
- Develop engineering skills based on engineering procedure 230.50 Engineering Training
- Create samples of working models for demonstration
- Improve usability of new and existing products
- Revises processes, documents and drawings through Value Improvement (VIP) Systems
- Begin to perform tests in the engineering lab under supervision, learn ANSI Standards and how they relate to testing
Minimum Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field
- Experience: Two to seven years of related work experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in AutoCAD/SolidWorks
- Strong hands-on mechanical aptitude
Preferred Qualifications:
- High Voltage Switch experience
- Southern States Co-Op or Intern experience
- Demonstrated proficiency in FEA computer analysis
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Entry Level Product Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level product design engineer job?
Build a portfolio that shows your design process from problem definition through prototyping and testing, even if the projects are academic or personal. Employers at this level prioritize candidates who can demonstrate CAD proficiency, material knowledge, and iterative thinking. Internship experience, capstone projects, and design competitions all signal readiness. Tailor each application to the product category the company makes.
Which companies hire entry level product design engineers?
Companies hiring entry level product design engineers right now include Apple, TikTok, and Southern States, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring comes from consumer electronics manufacturers, medical device companies, industrial equipment makers, and startups that need generalist designers who can move from concept to prototype quickly.
Are there remote entry level product design engineer jobs?
Yes, though hands-on roles often favor on-site or hybrid arrangements. About 14% of entry level product design engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with fully remote positions more common in software-adjacent design work, UX-focused product roles, and companies with distributed engineering teams.
Are these new grad product design engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior product design engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op terms toward requirements, or accepts a strong portfolio in place of full-time work history. Look for language like "new graduates encouraged to apply" or "entry level considered."
Which industries hire the most entry level product design engineers?
Entry Level product design engineer roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Technology & Software, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they run continuous product development cycles and need junior designers who can support senior engineers on prototyping, testing, and iterative refinement.