Entry Level Product Engineer Jobs
New grad product engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship project can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site, remote, and hybrid roles across Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like KLA, Esri, and STERIS hiring at this level now.
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Overview
The fleet routing software provided by Esri empowers the largest companies in the world to solve their challenging vehicle routing problems. We actively develop new capabilities, and have openings for energetic, organized, and proactive individuals to test the quality and performance of these solvers, and to contribute to their future design and documentation. Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.
Responsibilities
- Gain a thorough understanding of the fleet routing solvers
- Extend and maintain an extensive suite of test cases that exercise various features of the fleet routing solvers
- Create adversarial test cases to expose potential flaws in solution quality
- Build, run, and monitor the performance, durability and scalability of the fleet routing solvers
- Create compelling and clear data visualizations of testing results
- Collaborate with development programmers to design and build innovative new functionality
- Engage with customers to understand their real-world business problems, and to model those problems using Esri fleet routing functionality
- Research and analyze customer requests and industry standards to establish and define new solver requirements
- Troubleshoot and diagnose customer problems involving solution quality or performance
- Test and document recommended workflows for ArcGIS users and developers
- Create innovative solutions combining various Network Analyst and other GIS techniques, within the broader context of strategic planning and territory design
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in one of the following:
- Developing test data and test cases as well as designing and running stress and load tests
- Statistical analysis on large datasets to summarize data, discover trends and patterns, and provide insight
- Jupyter Notebooks and Python's visualization and data science libraries (such as Matplotlib and Pandas)
- Experience developing applications in Python and the use of REST APIs
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to analyze and solve problems in rigorous and innovative ways
- Bachelor’s degree in operations research, computer science, mathematics, data science, or related field
Recommended Qualifications
- Master's degree in operations research, computer science, mathematics, data science, or related field
- Knowledge of Vehicle Routing Problem models such as electric vehicle routing and household waste pickup
- Knowledge of route optimization methodologies, especially the use of metaheuristics
- Experience with statistical design of experiments and algorithm tuning
- Passion for finding the needle in the haystack
Total Rewards
Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is: $79,664 USD - $133,120 USD
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology.
If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
Esri takes our responsibility to protect your privacy seriously. We are committed to respecting your privacy by providing transparency in how we acquire and use your information, giving you control of your information and preferences, and holding ourselves to the highest national and international standards, including CCPA and GDPR compliance.
Overview
The fleet routing software provided by Esri empowers the largest companies in the world to solve their challenging vehicle routing problems. We actively develop new capabilities, and have openings for energetic, organized, and proactive individuals to test the quality and performance of these solvers, and to contribute to their future design and documentation. Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.
Responsibilities
- Gain a thorough understanding of the fleet routing solvers
- Extend and maintain an extensive suite of test cases that exercise various features of the fleet routing solvers
- Create adversarial test cases to expose potential flaws in solution quality
- Build, run, and monitor the performance, durability and scalability of the fleet routing solvers
- Create compelling and clear data visualizations of testing results
- Collaborate with development programmers to design and build innovative new functionality
- Engage with customers to understand their real-world business problems, and to model those problems using Esri fleet routing functionality
- Research and analyze customer requests and industry standards to establish and define new solver requirements
- Troubleshoot and diagnose customer problems involving solution quality or performance
- Test and document recommended workflows for ArcGIS users and developers
- Create innovative solutions combining various Network Analyst and other GIS techniques, within the broader context of strategic planning and territory design
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in one of the following:
- Developing test data and test cases as well as designing and running stress and load tests
- Statistical analysis on large datasets to summarize data, discover trends and patterns, and provide insight
- Jupyter Notebooks and Python's visualization and data science libraries (such as Matplotlib and Pandas)
- Experience developing applications in Python and the use of REST APIs
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to analyze and solve problems in rigorous and innovative ways
- Bachelor’s degree in operations research, computer science, mathematics, data science, or related field
Recommended Qualifications
- Master's degree in operations research, computer science, mathematics, data science, or related field
- Knowledge of Vehicle Routing Problem models such as electric vehicle routing and household waste pickup
- Knowledge of route optimization methodologies, especially the use of metaheuristics
- Experience with statistical design of experiments and algorithm tuning
- Passion for finding the needle in the haystack
Total Rewards
Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is: $79,664 USD - $133,120 USD
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology.
If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
Esri takes our responsibility to protect your privacy seriously. We are committed to respecting your privacy by providing transparency in how we acquire and use your information, giving you control of your information and preferences, and holding ourselves to the highest national and international standards, including CCPA and GDPR compliance.
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Who's Hiring
- KLA20
- Esri13
- STERIS8
- Apple4
- Nokia4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software52
- Manufacturing47
- Electronics & Hardware29
- Consulting & Professional Services13
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals9
Entry Level Product Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level product engineer job?
Employers hiring entry level product engineers look for hands-on evidence of product thinking, such as a capstone project, internship, or personal build that shows you can take a feature from concept to a working state. A portfolio that demonstrates your process, tools you used, and the problem you solved gives you a clear edge over candidates who rely on coursework alone. Tailor your resume to each posting and highlight any cross-functional work with design or engineering teams.
Which companies hire entry level product engineers?
Companies hiring entry level product engineers right now include KLA, Esri, and STERIS, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, from early-stage startups building their first product teams to established technology and consumer companies with structured new-grad programs.
Are there remote entry level product engineer jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles are still common at this level given the collaborative nature of early product work. About 16% of entry level product engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, so candidates willing to consider on-site roles will see the broadest set of opportunities while still finding flexible options in the mix.
Are these new grad product engineer jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior product engineer roles. A new-grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and treats internship work, academic projects, or a personal portfolio as qualifying background. If a listing does not require prior full-time employment and mentions onboarding support or mentorship, it is almost always open to someone coming straight out of school.
Which industries hire the most entry level product engineers?
Entry Level product engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they build and iterate on physical or digital products continuously, creating a steady need for junior contributors who can support the full product development cycle.