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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate engineer in Westerly, RI is $83,242.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,000.00 and $95,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Associate Engineers are entry-level engineering professionals who support more experienced engineers in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining various projects in their field. They typically work under supervision and assist with tasks such as drafting technical documents, conducting research, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Associate Engineers often gain practical experience and training to advance to higher-level engineering roles as they develop their skills.

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AspectAssociate EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; entry-level certificationsBachelor's degree in mechanical engineering; professional licensure (optional)
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, and support roles in engineering teams; often in office or lab settingsDesign, analysis, and manufacturing in industrial or construction settings
Employer & Industry UsageEntry-level position across various industries like manufacturing, construction, and techDesign and development roles primarily in manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and energy sectors

The main difference between an Associate Engineer and a Mechanical Engineer lies in experience and responsibilities. Associate Engineers are typically entry-level, focusing on supporting engineering tasks, while Mechanical Engineers have more experience and handle complex design and analysis responsibilities. Both roles require a bachelor's degree, but Mechanical Engineers often pursue licensure for advanced roles. The choice depends on your experience level and career goals within engineering fields.

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Associate Engineers often find the transition from academic projects to industry roles challenging due to differences in project scope, teamwork dynamics, and pace. In industry, you’ll likely work on larger, multi-disciplinary teams where effective communication and collaboration are crucial. Additionally, projects often have stricter deadlines and require adherence to established processes and standards, which may be less emphasized in academic settings. Embracing continuous learning and seeking mentorship from senior engineers can help ease this transition and set you up for success.

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To thrive as an Associate Engineer, you need a solid grasp of engineering principles, problem-solving abilities, and a relevant bachelor's degree. Familiarity with CAD software, industry-specific tools, and basic project management systems is typically required. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication set standout candidates apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering accurate technical solutions and contributing effectively to engineering projects.
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Infographic showing various Associate Engineer job openings in Westerly, RI as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $83,242 per year, or $40 per hour.

Systems Engineer III - Senior VMware Engineer (Remote)

First Citizens Bank

Carolina, RI • Remote

$52.25 - $65.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

First Citizens Bank rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 106 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

106th of 171 rated banks

Job description

Overview

This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following location(s): Arizona, North Carolina and Texas.

This position is a highly skilled and experienced senior level VMware VCF (VMware Cloud Foundation) engineer to join the cloud infrastructure operations team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of VMware VCF and have a strong technical expertise in designing, implementing, and managing VMware based infrastructure solutions.


Responsibilities
  • Consultation - Provides consultative direction and technical advice relating to the Bank's operating systems, software, and hardware infrastructure. Supports all areas of Technology and Operations. Leads strategic designs, initiatives, and contributes to the analysis of new and existing Bank technologies.
  • Project Management - Leads assigned technical projects ensuring accurate, timely, and quality delivery of project objectives. Guides the development and execution of project tasks.
  • Technical Expertise - Maintains a strong knowledge base to effectively manage and maintain operations efficiency and guide others. Communicates effective and clear technical information across platforms.
  • Support, maintain and implement VMware VCF solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of the Bank.
  • Lead the operations and maintenance of VMware VCF across infrastructure with emphasis on scalability, performance, capacity and reliability.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other team members.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate VMware VCF with existing systems and applications.
  • Provide senior level troubleshooting relate to VMware based solutions, including performance optimization and system tuning.
  • Develop automation scripts and tools to streamline deployment, configuration, and management tasks.
  • Continued education in the latest VMware technologies and best practices
  • Participate in capacity planning and performance analysis activities to ensure optimal resource utilization and performance.
  • Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Document deployment procedures, upgrade procedures, Standard Operating Practices and operationalize processes to facilitate knowledge transfer to other operational team members and Tier 2.
  • Manage and resolve incidents and problems related to the VCF platform

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Systems engineer and systems programmer OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Systems engineer and systems programmer

Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Area of Study: Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Computer Information Systems,

Preferred Area of Experience: VMware SDDC Manager, VMware vSphere (vCenter Server & ESXi hosts), VMware vSphere Replication, VMware Tanzu for vSphere, VMware NSX or VMware NSX-T for Datacenter, VMware Aria Suite Lifecycle, VMware Aria Operations, VMware Aria Automation, VMware Aria Operations, VMware Aria Operations for Networks, VMware Workspace One, Zerto, Azure AVD, Azure AVS, Terraform IaaC

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience designing, implementing and managing VMware-based infrastructure solutions
  • Extensive hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation, including its components such as VMware vSphere, VMware NSX, VMware vSAN, VMware SDDC Manager and VMware Aria
  • Strong understanding of networking, storage and virtualization concepts
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation using tools such as PowerShell, Python and/or Ansible
  • Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) frameworks like Terraform is a plus
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues
  • Strong verbal communication across audiences (such as technical coworkers, end users, and management)
  • VMware certifications such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) are highly desirable.
  • Ability to work a on call rotation
  • Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift frequently
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
  • Ability to attain new technical skills and share knowledge with teammates
  • Ability to maintain calm and patient attitude under pressure

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Systems engineer and systems programmer OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Systems engineer and systems programmer

Preferred Education: Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Area of Study: Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Computer Information Systems,

Preferred Area of Experience: VMware SDDC Manager, VMware vSphere (vCenter Server & ESXi hosts), VMware vSphere Replication, VMware Tanzu for vSphere, VMware NSX or VMware NSX-T for Datacenter, VMware Aria Suite Lifecycle, VMware Aria Operations, VMware Aria Automation, VMware Aria Operations, VMware Aria Operations for Networks, VMware Workspace One, Zerto, Azure AVD, Azure AVS, Terraform IaaC

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience designing, implementing and managing VMware-based infrastructure solutions
  • Extensive hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation, including its components such as VMware vSphere, VMware NSX, VMware vSAN, VMware SDDC Manager and VMware Aria
  • Strong understanding of networking, storage and virtualization concepts
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation using tools such as PowerShell, Python and/or Ansible
  • Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) frameworks like Terraform is a plus
  • Excellent troubleshooting skills and the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues
  • Strong verbal communication across audiences (such as technical coworkers, end users, and management)
  • VMware certifications such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) are highly desirable.
  • Ability to work a on call rotation
  • Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift frequently
  • Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
  • Ability to attain new technical skills and share knowledge with teammates
  • Ability to maintain calm and patient attitude under pressure

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.

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