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How much do entry level engineering drawing jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level engineering drawing in the United States is $86,381.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,000.00 and $103,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Engineering Drawing vs Drafting Technician?

AspectEntry Level Engineering DrawingDrafting Technician
CredentialsAssociate degree or technical certification in engineering or draftingAssociate degree or diploma in drafting or CAD technology
Work EnvironmentEngineering firms, manufacturing, construction sitesArchitectural and engineering offices, manufacturing plants
Job FocusCreating detailed engineering drawings based on specificationsPreparing technical drawings and plans for projects

Entry Level Engineering Drawing involves creating detailed technical drawings for engineering projects, often requiring knowledge of engineering principles. Drafting Technicians focus on producing technical plans and drawings, typically with CAD software. While both roles require similar certifications and work environments, Entry Level Engineering Drawing emphasizes understanding engineering concepts, whereas Drafting Technicians concentrate on technical drafting skills.

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Entry-Level Engineer

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Job Description
The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.
Whiting-Turner Entry-Level Engineers are team members who help manage all aspects of construction projects. Reporting to a Project Manager and/or a Superintendent, the Entry-Level Engineer's major duties include:
  • Coordinating work with project owner representatives, architects, engineers, inspectors, and site subcontractors and/or directing the work of all trades assigned to a construction work site.
  • Managing estimating and bidding processes and tracking costs to manage project budget.
  • Resolving and clarifying design issues.
  • Identifying and resolving field issues and change orders.
  • Write contracts and purchase orders using company boilerplate language to document all ordered work, schedules, projected costs, change orders and technical specifications.
  • Participating in meetings to coordinate work and manage labor concerns.
  • Ensuring work is completed in accordance with quality standards and contract specifications.
  • Implementing project schedules including each task associated with project completion.
  • Documenting the technical, financial and personnel aspects of each project.
  • Reviewing project drawings, specifications, submittals and change orders.
  • Reviewing each trade's work progress with respect to each project phase.
  • Providing field support to construction superintendents to help ensure contract compliance, quality control and maintenance of the site.
  • Tracking project phase completion against milestones.
  • Setting expectations for managing a safe work site.
  • Documenting each phase of the project.

Required Skills
Whiting-Turner will train qualified candidates to develop:
  • General knowledge of safety regulations, ANSI standards, local and state building codes, environmental codes, availability of industry-specific codes and guidelines.
  • General knowledge of general construction processes, practices and work sites.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Suretrak, Primavera (or other scheduling software.

Required Experience
Basic qualifications for Entry-Level Engineer candidates include:
  • Bachelor of Science in an Engineering discipline, Engineering Technology or Construction Management, Construction Technology.
  • Knowledge of engineering principles.
  • Knowledge of basic business principles sufficient to project and monitor expenses.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word and Excel.
  • Ability to read and understand technical specifications, blueprints, technical manuals, product/material installation instructions and engineering/architectural drawings.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Experience with construction projects, mechanical/electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics or working with craft workers.