Entry Level Resident Engineer Jobs

New grad resident engineer jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience to construction and infrastructure careers, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Technology & Software, with employers like Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, Rivian, and Packsize hiring at this level now.

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Open roles5
Top stateIllinois
Top employerSimpson Gumpertz & Heger
Top cityNormal, IL
Work type100% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Packsize
Resident Service Engineer - Reno, NV
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Resident Service Engineer - Reno, NV
Packsize
Reno, Nevada
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Project Management
$33 - $36/hr
Military encouraged
1,001-5,000

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Rivian
Resident Engineer - Exteriors
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Resident Engineer - Exteriors
Rivian
Normal, Illinois
Engineering (Non-Software)
Maintenance & Repair
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.
Resident Engineer – Water Infrastructure
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Resident Engineer – Water Infrastructure
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.
Waltham, Massachusetts
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
$90k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.
Resident Engineer – Water Infrastructure
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Resident Engineer – Water Infrastructure
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.
Houston, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
$90k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Ghafari Associates
Assistant Resident Engineer
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Ghafari Associates
Added 13mo ago
Assistant Resident Engineer
Ghafari Associates
Chicago, Illinois
Civil & Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
$52.00 - $70.00/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Entry Level Resident Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger2 open roles
Rivian
Rivian1 open role
Packsize
Packsize1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Manufacturing
  • Technology & Software
  • Construction & Real Estate

Entry Level Resident Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level resident engineer job?

Focus on internship experience, campus projects, or any field work that shows you can oversee construction activities and communicate with contractors. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand construction documents, site safety basics, and inspection procedures. A clear resume that highlights hands-on coursework, software proficiency like AutoCAD or Civil 3D, and a willingness to work on-site gives you a strong edge.

Which companies hire entry level resident engineers?

Companies hiring entry level resident engineers right now include Simpson Gumpertz & Heger, Rivian, and Packsize, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of civil engineering consulting firms, public transportation agencies, state and local departments of transportation, and large infrastructure contractors that bring on new graduates to support project delivery.

Are there remote entry level resident engineer jobs?

Yes, though most resident engineer roles require regular on-site presence by nature of the work. About 0% of entry level resident engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to involve documentation review, reporting, or coordination tasks that can be handled off-site. On-site roles remain the majority at this level.

Are these new grad resident engineer jobs?

Yes, the listings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior resident engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op terms toward the requirement, or accepts a strong portfolio in place of full-time history. Look for language like "0 to 2 years," "new graduates welcome," or "entry level" in the job description.

Which industries hire the most entry level resident engineers?

Entry Level resident engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Manufacturing, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run ongoing capital programs and infrastructure projects that depend on qualified field engineers to oversee construction quality, track progress, and support senior project staff.