Entry Level Design Engineer Jobs in Buffalo, NY (NOW HIRING)

Eaton's IS AER MSD division is currently seeking a Entry Level Design Engineer. This role is based in Orchard Park, NY.
The expected annual salary range for this role is $69000 - $101000 a year.
Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
What you'll do:
Job summary
Eaton's Mission Systems Division is currently seeking a detail-oriented Entry-Level Design Engineer to support research and new product development initiatives. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer with strong CAD skills who is eager to grow into a well-rounded design engineer. You will begin with a primary focus on CAD modeling and drafting while gaining exposure to engineering design, analysis, testing, and product development processes. This is a growth-focused position with a clear path toward a full Design Engineer role, including increasing ownership of product design and engineering decisions over time. You will report to the Design Services Engineering Manager and collaborate closely with Design Engineers, Product Design Managers, and cross-functional teams.
Job responsibilities
• Create and modify 2D drawings and 3D models using CAD software (SolidWorks).
• Update and revise existing designs based on engineering changes.
• Apply GD&T principles to ensure designs meet engineering and manufacturing standards.
• Maintain engineering documentation, including drawings, BOMs, and revision control.
• Support Design-for-Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives.
• Assist engineers with design development, prototyping, and testing activities.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analysis under guidance.
• Participate in design reviews and implement feedback.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and procurement teams.
• Support troubleshooting of design and production issues.
• Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced engineers.
• Participate in structured learning and hands-on training opportunities.
• Gradually take ownership of smaller design projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Expand skills in engineering analysis, validation, and full product design.
• Progress toward independent design responsibility and project ownership.
#LI-LD1
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering (BSME) or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology (BSET) from an accredited institution.
• Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) through coursework, internships, or projects.
• Basic understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation (coursework acceptable).
• No relocation is offered for this position. All candidates must currently reside within 50 miles of Orchard Park, NY to be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.
• Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485 job portability, etc.
• "This position requires access to export-controlled information. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations applicable to that information, applicant must be a U.S. person, defined as a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158."
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering (BSME) or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology (BSET) from an accredited institution.
• Exposure to GD&T principles and drafting standards.
• Familiarity with BOMs and revision control processes.
• Experience with ERP or PLM systems.
• SolidWorks Certification (CSWP or higher).
• Basic machining or manufacturing knowledge.
• Exposure to ASME Y14 standards.
• Interest or exposure to aerospace, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems.
All positions may require participation in video and in-person interviews as part of the hiring process. All candidates will be evaluated based on job-related competencies, and all candidates' privacy rights and data security will be protected in accordance with applicable laws.
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws.
You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.
To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number.
We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.