Mid Level Research and Development Mechanical Engineer Jobs

Mid level research and development mechanical engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, drive design decisions with limited oversight, and bring junior colleagues up to speed. Openings are concentrated in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Construction & Real Estate, with Jobot, Garver, and KLA among the employers competing for engineers at this level now.

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Open roles544+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerJobot
Top cityMilpitas, CA
Work type83% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Teksky LLC
Pine Brook, New Jersey
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Cullerton Group
Missouri
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$45 - $60/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Mechanical Design Engineer
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Mechanical Design Engineer
Cullerton Group
Alpharetta, Georgia
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
$45 - $75/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Mechanical Engineer
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Mechanical Engineer
Schneider Electric
Columbia, Missouri
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Quality Control
$86k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Global Category Manager, Compute and Network, Electro-Mechanical Strategic Sourcing Team
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Global Category Manager, Compute and Network, Electro-Mechanical Strategic Sourcing Team
Amazon.com
Seattle, Washington
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$92k - $160k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Mid Level Research and Development Mechanical Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Jobot33
  • Garver13
  • KLA11
  • Harley Ellis Devereaux11
  • CESO10

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services156
  • Manufacturing73
  • Construction & Real Estate73
  • Staffing & Recruiting51
  • Technology & Software48

Mid Level Research and Development Mechanical Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a mid level research and development mechanical engineer job?

Position yourself around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you led the design cycle, resolved technical blockers independently, or improved a product through iteration. Recruiters at this level want to see that you can carry a workstream without close supervision. Tailor your resume to show measurable outcomes, such as cost reductions, weight savings, or cycle-time improvements, rather than listing tools and software alone.

Which companies hire mid level research and development mechanical engineers?

Companies hiring mid level research and development mechanical engineers right now include Jobot, Garver, and KLA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a broad mix of manufacturers, defense and aerospace contractors, medical device firms, and consumer products companies with active product development programs.

Are there remote mid level research and development mechanical engineer jobs?

Yes, though most roles in this discipline involve at least some on-site or lab work. About 17% of mid level research and development mechanical engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at companies where prototyping or testing is a core part of the role.

How do I move up to a mid level research and development mechanical engineer role?

Moving from entry level to mid level takes a deliberate build of depth and independence. Focus on completing full project cycles, from concept through validation, and document the impact of your contributions. Deepening expertise in a specific area, such as thermal systems, structural analysis, or mechanisms, makes you a stronger candidate, as does taking on work that requires cross-functional coordination without being asked.

Which industries hire the most mid level research and development mechanical engineers?

Mid Level research and development mechanical engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at the mid level because they run structured product development programs that require engineers who can work with minimal hand-holding across the full design and testing cycle.