Entry Level Production Engineer Jobs
New grad production engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Chemicals & Materials, with employers like ASML, Meta, and SpaceX hiring at this level now.
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Summary
We are seeking a Senior Production Engineer – Machine Learning/Inspection to support new production line setups and equipment qualifications to maintain the production line quality. In this role, you will work on configuring, testing, and validating automated machinery and processes to ensure smooth ramp-up and readiness for mass production. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and passionate about combining mechanical design with automation solutions.
Job Duties
Lead new production line setup, configuration, and validation activities for NPI and mass production.
Own and execute SAT (Site Acceptance Test) with vendors, ensuring all machines meet performance, safety, and reliability standards.
Design and optimize production floor layouts to improve flow and equipment utilization
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians during commissioning and troubleshooting
Support floor layout design and process flow optimization to improve efficiency and safety.
Perform reports to management on a weekly basis on the progress of projects status
Lead root-cause analysis and conitinous improvement efforts during ramp-up or yield challengs
Support equipment commissioning, maintenance, and calibration activities.
5 ~ 10% international travel is expected for supplier visits, equipment qualification, or line setup.
Overtime may be required during ramp-up or line setup activities.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or Computer Science
2-5 years in manufacturing, process, or automation engineering
Proven track record in SAT execution, process validation, and production readiness
Strong leadership, communication, and cross functional collaboration skills
Preferred:
Bilingual in Chinese (Mandarin) is a plus
Experience with LabVIEW or Nvidia software environments.
Knowledge of PLC programming or industrial automation controls.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and process validation concepts (Cpk, GR&R).
Knowledge about transceivers or optical module assembly/testing is a plus
Location
This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.
WHY AOI?
In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers
Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
Relocation package available within US
Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)
Summary
We are seeking a Senior Production Engineer – Machine Learning/Inspection to support new production line setups and equipment qualifications to maintain the production line quality. In this role, you will work on configuring, testing, and validating automated machinery and processes to ensure smooth ramp-up and readiness for mass production. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and passionate about combining mechanical design with automation solutions.
Job Duties
Lead new production line setup, configuration, and validation activities for NPI and mass production.
Own and execute SAT (Site Acceptance Test) with vendors, ensuring all machines meet performance, safety, and reliability standards.
Design and optimize production floor layouts to improve flow and equipment utilization
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and technicians during commissioning and troubleshooting
Support floor layout design and process flow optimization to improve efficiency and safety.
Perform reports to management on a weekly basis on the progress of projects status
Lead root-cause analysis and conitinous improvement efforts during ramp-up or yield challengs
Support equipment commissioning, maintenance, and calibration activities.
5 ~ 10% international travel is expected for supplier visits, equipment qualification, or line setup.
Overtime may be required during ramp-up or line setup activities.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or Computer Science
2-5 years in manufacturing, process, or automation engineering
Proven track record in SAT execution, process validation, and production readiness
Strong leadership, communication, and cross functional collaboration skills
Preferred:
Bilingual in Chinese (Mandarin) is a plus
Experience with LabVIEW or Nvidia software environments.
Knowledge of PLC programming or industrial automation controls.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and process validation concepts (Cpk, GR&R).
Knowledge about transceivers or optical module assembly/testing is a plus
Location
This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.
WHY AOI?
In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers
Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
Relocation package available within US
Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)
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Entry Level Production Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level production engineer job?
Focus on demonstrating hands-on experience through internships, co-ops, or capstone projects that show you can work in a manufacturing or production environment. Employers at this level look for familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, quality control basics, and process documentation. A resume that highlights specific projects, measurable outcomes, and relevant coursework gives you a clear edge over candidates with a generic application.
Which companies hire entry level production engineers?
Companies hiring entry level production engineers right now include ASML, Meta, and SpaceX, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of large manufacturers, consumer goods companies, and industrial firms that maintain structured new-grad and rotational engineering programs.
Are there remote entry level production engineer jobs?
Yes, though most production engineer roles are on-site by nature given the hands-on work involved. About 5% of entry level production engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to focus on process analysis, documentation, or quality systems work that can be done off the production floor.
Are these new grad production engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior production engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-ops toward the requirement, or explicitly invites candidates to apply with a portfolio of academic or project work instead of a full professional history.
Which industries hire the most entry level production engineers?
Entry Level production engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, and Chemicals & Materials, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because their production lines and manufacturing operations require a steady pipeline of junior engineers to support process improvement, output targets, and quality standards.