Entry Level R D Engineering Jobs
New grad r d engineering jobs welcome 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 are on-site roles across Electronics & Hardware, Medical Devices, and Manufacturing, with employers like Synopsys, NVIDIA, and Kraft Heinz hiring at this level now.
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Innovation starts from the heart. At Edwards, we put patients first. We invest a significant proportion of our revenue towards research and development to drive and develop groundbreaking medical innovations for structural heart disease. As part of our R&D Engineering team, you will work closely with our Quality and Manufacturing teams to develop the latest tools and technologies to address significant, unmet clinical needs that impact patients’ lives around the world.
Many structural heart patients suffer from heart failure with limited options. Our Implantable Heart Failure Management (IHFM) team is at the forefront of addressing these unmet patient needs through pioneering technology that enables early, targeted therapeutic intervention. Our innovative solutions are not just transforming patient care but also creating a unique and exciting environment for our team members. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.
How you will make an impact:
In this role you will lead a core R&D team in electrical hardware design, provide insights into best practices, and offer expertise and team support and mentoring.
Manage a small team of electrical engineers. Develop team members to increase functional skills
Plan and direct assigned operational and project activities with the accountability for successful completion of assigned deliverables
Identify opportunities and lead the implementation of changes to drive improvements
Work on complex issues where analysis of issues requires in-depth knowledge
Create/update complex engineering documents including requirement specs, and risk documents with robust knowledge on design control requirements
Own and oversee engineering tasks; provide technical guidance and feedback to technicians/engineers; Guide lower level employees on more complex procedures
Other incidental duties
What you'll need (Required):
Bachelor's Degree in related field in related experience in engineering
Experience with RF devices
Experience working in a regulated industry
What else we look for (Preferred):
Electrical Engineering degrees very strongly preferred
Experience developing RF handheld devices
Experience developing Class II and III medical devices
Ability to manage technical and/or engineering disciplines and demonstrated informal mentoring and/or peer leadership skills
Proven successful project management skills
Proven expertise in both Microsoft Office Suite and related systems
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making
Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives
Extensive understanding of engineering procedures while defining team operating standards
Extensive understanding of related aspects of engineering processes and/or systems
Basic financial acumen as it relates to engineering (e.g., material and capital expenditures and product costing)
Demonstrated skill set to manage small team and provide coaching and feedback, including responsibility for all employee actions including hire/fire authority and partnering with HR on all aspects of employee relations
Ability to influence cross-functional partners
Ability to integrate metrics into the projects and operations
Strict attention to detail
Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization
Ability to work and excel within a fast paced, dynamic, and constantly changing work environment
Primarily interacts with internal subordinates and other supervisors
Typically interacts with external suppliers, vendors and/or customers
Share information and provides basic problem solving solutions; gains cooperation of others, conducts presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules
Dedicated to quality client service and pro-active and responsive to client needs.
Develop peer, cross functional and cross business relationships to maximize best practice sharing and team effectiveness
Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $121,000 to $171,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
E dwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
COVID Vaccination Requirement
Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.
Innovation starts from the heart. At Edwards, we put patients first. We invest a significant proportion of our revenue towards research and development to drive and develop groundbreaking medical innovations for structural heart disease. As part of our R&D Engineering team, you will work closely with our Quality and Manufacturing teams to develop the latest tools and technologies to address significant, unmet clinical needs that impact patients’ lives around the world.
Many structural heart patients suffer from heart failure with limited options. Our Implantable Heart Failure Management (IHFM) team is at the forefront of addressing these unmet patient needs through pioneering technology that enables early, targeted therapeutic intervention. Our innovative solutions are not just transforming patient care but also creating a unique and exciting environment for our team members. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.
How you will make an impact:
In this role you will lead a core R&D team in electrical hardware design, provide insights into best practices, and offer expertise and team support and mentoring.
Manage a small team of electrical engineers. Develop team members to increase functional skills
Plan and direct assigned operational and project activities with the accountability for successful completion of assigned deliverables
Identify opportunities and lead the implementation of changes to drive improvements
Work on complex issues where analysis of issues requires in-depth knowledge
Create/update complex engineering documents including requirement specs, and risk documents with robust knowledge on design control requirements
Own and oversee engineering tasks; provide technical guidance and feedback to technicians/engineers; Guide lower level employees on more complex procedures
Other incidental duties
What you'll need (Required):
Bachelor's Degree in related field in related experience in engineering
Experience with RF devices
Experience working in a regulated industry
What else we look for (Preferred):
Electrical Engineering degrees very strongly preferred
Experience developing RF handheld devices
Experience developing Class II and III medical devices
Ability to manage technical and/or engineering disciplines and demonstrated informal mentoring and/or peer leadership skills
Proven successful project management skills
Proven expertise in both Microsoft Office Suite and related systems
Excellent problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills including high discretion/judgment in decision making
Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives
Extensive understanding of engineering procedures while defining team operating standards
Extensive understanding of related aspects of engineering processes and/or systems
Basic financial acumen as it relates to engineering (e.g., material and capital expenditures and product costing)
Demonstrated skill set to manage small team and provide coaching and feedback, including responsibility for all employee actions including hire/fire authority and partnering with HR on all aspects of employee relations
Ability to influence cross-functional partners
Ability to integrate metrics into the projects and operations
Strict attention to detail
Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization
Ability to work and excel within a fast paced, dynamic, and constantly changing work environment
Primarily interacts with internal subordinates and other supervisors
Typically interacts with external suppliers, vendors and/or customers
Share information and provides basic problem solving solutions; gains cooperation of others, conducts presentations of technical information concerning specific projects or schedules
Dedicated to quality client service and pro-active and responsive to client needs.
Develop peer, cross functional and cross business relationships to maximize best practice sharing and team effectiveness
Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control
Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.
For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $121,000 to $171,000 (highly experienced).
The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.
E dwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
COVID Vaccination Requirement
Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.
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Entry Level R D Engineering Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level r d engineering job?
Entry level r d engineering employers look for candidates who can demonstrate hands-on problem-solving, even through coursework, capstone projects, or internships. Highlight any laboratory experience, prototyping work, or technical skills relevant to the role. Tailoring your application to show you understand the product or research area gives you a real edge at this stage over candidates with generic resumes.
Which companies hire entry level r d engineerings?
Companies hiring entry level r d engineerings right now include Synopsys, NVIDIA, and Kraft Heinz, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of established manufacturers, technology firms, and research-driven organizations that build graduate pipelines into their engineering teams.
Are there remote entry level r d engineering jobs?
Yes, though most r d engineering roles at the entry level lean on-site given the lab and prototyping work involved. About 5% of entry level r d engineering openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so remote options exist but tend to be concentrated in research coordination, data analysis, or software-adjacent functions within the field.
Are these new grad r d engineering jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior r d engineering roles alongside other entry level openings. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience and treats internships, co-ops, or a strong project portfolio as equivalent to full-time work history, so recent graduates are competitive for the roles listed here.
Which industries hire the most entry level r d engineerings?
Entry Level r d engineering roles concentrate in Electronics & Hardware, Medical Devices, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they invest heavily in product innovation and rely on junior engineers to support active research pipelines and development cycles.