Engineering Academy Associate Engineer

Quick Facts

• Role: Engineering Academy Associate Engineer (entry-level)

• Program: Structured two-year Engineering Academy development program

• Focus: Hands-on engineering projects, technical training, mentorship, and rotations

• Salary range: $70–86K (based on experience)

Description

The Engineering Academy Associate Engineer is an entry-level engineering role for recent graduates participating in a structured two-year development program. You will contribute to meaningful engineering projects while building technical and professional skills through training, mentorship, and rotational learning across the engineering organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development, design, testing, and validation of new products and technologies

• Support engineering projects from concept through production implementation

• Produce and maintain engineering documentation, models, drawings, and specifications

• Use engineering software and analytical tools to support design and development

• Participate in laboratory testing, data collection, and analysis

• Help solve technical and design-related problems

• Support continuous improvement initiatives for performance, quality, manufacturing, and engineering processes

• Prepare technical reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations

• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, product management, purchasing, sales, and operations

• Follow engineering standards, documentation processes, and best practices

Engineering Academy Development Activities

• Complete structured technical training, workshops, and learning sessions

• Finish development assignments and program milestones

• Participate in rotational experiences across engineering functions and departments

• Work with assigned mentors and coaches to achieve development goals

• Join cohort projects, presentations, and group problem-solving activities

• Share learnings and best practices with fellow Academy participants

• Demonstrate continuous learning and professional growth

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Mechatronics, or related engineering discipline

• Strong foundation in engineering principles, problem-solving methodologies, and analytical thinking

• Leadership and initiative demonstrated through internships, student organizations, design teams, research projects, or extracurricular activities

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within established deadlines

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration

• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering design principles

• CAD proficiency (PTC Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor, or equivalent)

• Practical experience or coursework in engineering analysis, testing, or laboratory environments

• Indefinite U.S. work authorization only; future sponsorship unavailable

Benefits

• $70–86K salary range depending on experience