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Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp

$82K - $115K/yr

Central Hudson is seeking Assistant Engineers to join our Electric Engineering team, Gas Engineering team, or Engineering Rotational Development Program (ERDP). An Assistant Engineer performs ...

Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc

The 3 rd Assistant Engineer coordinates with the Chief Engineer, 1 st and 2 nd Assistant Engineers, Watchkeeping Engineers, Electrician, Chief Officer or any other personnel necessary for the safe ...

Astrion

Assistant Engineer PERM

Seattle, WA · On-site

$45 - $46/hr

Overview Assistant Engineer JOB STATUS: FT/Permanant Party CLEARANCE: none/US ARMY Garrison background check Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Engineer to work full time aboard ...

County of Mono

Assistant Engineer

Bridgeport, CA · On-site

$88K - $108K/yr

The Assistant Engineer also supports grant-funded projects, County standards development, and infrastructure planning efforts while gaining practical experience in public sector engineering ...

Astrion

Assistant Engineer PERM

Seattle, WA · On-site

Overview Assistant Engineer JOB STATUS: FT/Permanant Party CLEARANCE: none/US ARMY Garrison background check Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Engineer to work full time aboard ...

Astrion

Assistant Engineer PERM

Seattle, WA · On-site

Overview Assistant Engineer JOB STATUS: FT/Permanant Party CLEARANCE: none/US ARMY Garrison background check Astrion has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Engineer to work full time aboard ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for assitant engineer in the United States is $88,754.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $104,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectAssistant EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsDiploma or Bachelor's in Engineering, often with some on-the-job trainingBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, professional licensure may be preferred
Work EnvironmentSupport roles in engineering projects, site supervision, or technical assistanceDesign, analysis, and development of mechanical systems, often in offices or labs
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, civil, and mechanical industriesDesign firms, manufacturing companies, R&D departments

Assistant Engineers typically perform supportive technical tasks and assist senior engineers, often with a diploma or bachelor's degree. Mechanical Engineers are responsible for designing and analyzing mechanical systems, requiring a bachelor's degree and sometimes licensure. While both roles work within similar industries, Mechanical Engineers focus more on design and development, whereas Assistant Engineers support project execution and technical assistance.

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Infographic showing various Assitant Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,754 per year, or $42.7 per hour.

Assistant Engineer

Sacramento, CA

Sacramento Area Sewer District (CA)
Utilities • 201 - 500 employees
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$121K - $148K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

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Job description

Position Sacramento Area Sewer District (SacSewer) is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Engineer position. Applications will be screened after the following filing deadlines at 5PM: 7/25/26, 8/25/26, 9/25/26 The Assistant Engineer is the journey-level class in the engineering series. Under general supervision, incumbents are expected to be proficient in performing difficult assignments in routine planning, design, technical investigations, and field/construction projects.

This position holds no supervisory responsibility but may provide technical direction to paraprofessional engineering personnel or Engineer/Architect Student Interns. An Assistant Engineer may serve as a resident engineer on smaller, less complex field/construction projects. Incumbents in these positions typically receive direction from an Associate Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineer, who is the lead level engineer in this series.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Either: 1. Graduation with a bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, electrical, or environmental engineering, or a closely related field accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology. Or:2.

Possession of an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certificate. How to Apply: If you are interested in pursuing this exceptional career opportunity, please submit your online application. Click on the below link to review the full class spec for more information about this position: Assistant Engineer If you have question about this recruitment, please contact Recruitment@Sacsewer.com Sacramento Area Sewer District is an equal opportunity employer

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