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New grad technical project 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 carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Staffing & Recruiting, and Science & Research, with employers like Netskope, Ursus, and Abzena hiring at this level now.
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At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise.
As the world’s largest FSP organisation, with over 90 sponsor partnerships, we offer stability, career development and a collaborative environment where your work contributes to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide.
As a Senior Clinical System Lead at ICON, you will be instrumental in overseeing the design, development, and implementation of clinical systems that drive the efficiency and effectiveness of clinical trials.
What You Will Do:
You will manage day-to-day scientific operations activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and direct one or more Clinical Data Science (CDS) project teams engaged in the initiation, planning, set up, maintenance, control and closing of systems used in clinical trial projects.
- Support sales efforts by participating in and providing expertise to Business Development.
- Peer review of study team technical documentation and work output.
- Contact point for internal and external customer teams on assigned studies.
- Assist in leading project kick off (internal and external) meetings.
- Functional Team Lead and primary point of contact for internal and external project team for CDS Systems (CDSS) for external and internal customer teams for assigned study/studies
- Ensures communication with all stakeholders regarding project status and priorities
- Ability to lead and guide several technical teams of programmers, designers and data validation analysts (technical testers) to achieve common project goals.
- Ability to lead teams in the internal UAT of configured System solutions
- Embrace and contribute to a culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining processes and adding value to the business and client needs.
Your Profile:
You will have solid scientific operations experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.
Required qualifications and experience:
- Degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in leading the development and implementation of clinical systems, with a deep understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements.
- Strong leadership skills, with proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and projects effectively.
- Proficiency in relevant programming languages and development tools, with experience in system integration and data management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse teams and external partners.
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 15%)
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request .
Are you a current ICON Employee?
At ICON Strategic Solutions, you will work in a sponsor-dedicated model, supported by ICON’s global expertise.
As the world’s largest FSP organisation, with over 90 sponsor partnerships, we offer stability, career development and a collaborative environment where your work contributes to the development of treatments that benefit patients worldwide.
As a Senior Clinical System Lead at ICON, you will be instrumental in overseeing the design, development, and implementation of clinical systems that drive the efficiency and effectiveness of clinical trials.
What You Will Do:
You will manage day-to-day scientific operations activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and direct one or more Clinical Data Science (CDS) project teams engaged in the initiation, planning, set up, maintenance, control and closing of systems used in clinical trial projects.
- Support sales efforts by participating in and providing expertise to Business Development.
- Peer review of study team technical documentation and work output.
- Contact point for internal and external customer teams on assigned studies.
- Assist in leading project kick off (internal and external) meetings.
- Functional Team Lead and primary point of contact for internal and external project team for CDS Systems (CDSS) for external and internal customer teams for assigned study/studies
- Ensures communication with all stakeholders regarding project status and priorities
- Ability to lead and guide several technical teams of programmers, designers and data validation analysts (technical testers) to achieve common project goals.
- Ability to lead teams in the internal UAT of configured System solutions
- Embrace and contribute to a culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining processes and adding value to the business and client needs.
Your Profile:
You will have solid scientific operations experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.
Required qualifications and experience:
- Degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in leading the development and implementation of clinical systems, with a deep understanding of clinical trial processes and regulatory requirements.
- Strong leadership skills, with proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and projects effectively.
- Proficiency in relevant programming languages and development tools, with experience in system integration and data management.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with diverse teams and external partners.
- Willingness to travel as required (approximately 15%)
Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request .
Are you a current ICON Employee?
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Entry Level Technical Project Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level technical project engineer job?
Focus on demonstrating hands-on experience through internships, capstone projects, or any role where you coordinated tasks, tracked deliverables, or supported a team. Employers at this level look for candidates who understand basic project lifecycle concepts, can communicate clearly across teams, and show proficiency with common project management tools. A well-documented portfolio of real or academic projects gives you a concrete edge over candidates who rely on coursework alone.
Which companies hire entry level technical project engineers?
Companies hiring entry level technical project engineers right now include Netskope, Ursus, and Abzena, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from engineering firms, construction and infrastructure companies, defense contractors, and technology organizations that run structured early-career or rotational programs welcoming candidates with limited professional experience.
Are there remote entry level technical project engineer jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level skew toward on-site or hybrid arrangements. About 42% of entry level technical project engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employer preferences for newer team members to build skills alongside experienced colleagues in person before transitioning to fully distributed work.
Are these new grad technical project engineer jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior technical project engineer roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or co-op rotations toward the requirement, or explicitly accepts a strong academic or portfolio background in place of full-time professional history. If a posting lists internship experience as sufficient, it is intended for candidates at this stage.
Which industries hire the most entry level technical project engineers?
Entry Level technical project engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Staffing & Recruiting, and Science & Research, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they run large project pipelines that require coordinating cross-functional teams, managing schedules, and tracking technical deliverables, creating consistent demand for junior engineers who can grow into full project ownership.