ZipRecruiter

Log In

2

Entry Level Plastic Design Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Amerlux

Entry Level Design Engineer

Oakland, NJ · On-site

$55K - $62K/yr

... Entry Level Design Engineer to join our team in our Oakland NJ facility. This is a great ... Understanding of sheet metal, die cast, plastic mold and extruded part design a plus. * Good ...

GCX

Mechanical Engineer - Entry Level

Petaluma, CA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

... Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team. This role is well suited for early ... plastics, die castings, labels, and sheet metal parts. * Create and revise 3D CAD models ...

BWXT

Thermal / Hydraulic Design Engineer

Barberton, OH · On-site

... plastic, fracture mechanics, shock and vibration, thermal/mechanical, and Finite Element Analysis ... CFD). * Entry level role, less than 1 years of experience required. * Candidate must be able to ...

BWXT

Thermal / Hydraulic Design Engineer

Barberton, OH · On-site

... plastic, fracture mechanics, shock and vibration, thermal/mechanical, and Finite Element Analysis ... CFD). * Entry level role, less than 1 years of experience required. * Candidate must be able to ...

BWXT

Thermal / Hydraulic Design Engineer

Barberton, OH · On-site

... plastic, fracture mechanics, shock and vibration, thermal/mechanical, and Finite Element Analysis ... CFD). * Entry level role, less than 1 years of experience required. * Candidate must be able to ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsPlastic Design JobsEntry Level Plastic Design Jobs

Entry Level Plastic Design information

See salary details

$12

$17

$21

How much do entry level plastic design jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level plastic design in the United States is $17.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Plastic Design vs Entry Level Mechanical Design?

AspectEntry Level Plastic DesignEntry Level Mechanical Design
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Plastics Engineering, Materials Science, or Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign labs, manufacturing plants, R&D departmentsDesign offices, manufacturing facilities, R&D departments
Industry UsagePlastic product development, injection molding, packagingMechanical components, machinery, consumer products
Common Search IntentEntry Level Plastic Design vs Entry Level Mechanical Design

Entry Level Plastic Design focuses on developing plastic components, requiring knowledge of plastics materials and molding processes. Entry Level Mechanical Design covers a broader range of mechanical systems and components. Both roles often share similar educational backgrounds and work environments, but they specialize in different product types. Understanding these differences helps candidates target their job search effectively.

More about Entry Level Plastic Design jobs
What cities are hiring for Entry Level Plastic Design jobs? Cities with the most Entry Level Plastic Design job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Plastic Design jobs? The most popular types of Plastic Design jobs are:
What job categories do people searching Entry Level Plastic Design jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Entry Level Plastic Design jobs are:
Entry Level Plastic Design jobs near you
Infographic showing various Entry Level Plastic Design job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,327 per year, or $17.5 per hour.
Entry Level Design Engineer

Entry Level Design Engineer

Amerlux

Oakland, NJ • On-site

$55K - $62K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Amerlux, a leader in architectural lighting, designs and manufacturing of innovative interior and exterior lighting solutions for commercial, retail and supermarket sectors is looking for a Entry Level Design Engineerto join our team in our Oakland NJ facility. This is a great opportunity for a recent college graduate looking to being their career. This position requires being on-site five days per week.
The Design Engineer, Level 1, is a part of the Project and Variant Engineering Team in a fast-paced and growing global Lighting organization. The position reports directly to Manager of Project and Variant Engineering, and works closely with the Design/R&D Team to execute assigned variant projects from concept to production.
Job Responsibilities Include:
  • Ability to produce Detailed, professional quality drawings to specifications. 2D/ 3D Part Drawings; Submittal and Standard product drawings.
  • Product Documentation, including: Bills of Material; working with Engineering Administrator to develop Bills of Materials in Oracle ERP system and SAP; assembly documentation; installation sheets and help generate specification data sheet; work closely with all departments on the projects.
  • Complete value engineering assignments to assist Company in meeting cost savings and product enhancement goals.
  • Other duties as deemed priority and appropriate by the Company and management.
Skills & Requirements
Qualification Include:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Design.
  • Ability to read Architectural Plans a plus.
  • Fluent in 2D design software: Autodesk AutoCAD required.
  • Fluent in 3D design software: Autodesk Inventor required.
  • Understanding of sheet metal, die cast, plastic mold and extruded part design a plus.
  • Good communication skills required - effective interaction/collaboration with resources, vendors, partners, and designers locally and other global locations.
  • Effective use and manage personal time while juggling various priorities.
  • Understanding LED lighting components; understanding of architectural construction; a plus.
  • VB Coding knowledge a plus.

This is a great opportunity for a recent undergraduate to begin a career in a friendly and dynamic environment.
Amerlux's office hours are 8:30 to 5:00 Monday - Thursday and 8:30 to 3:30 Fridays between Memorial Day and Labor Day.
This is $55,000 to $62,000 per year based on experience. Amerlux offers a great benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage. Life and AD&D, short term disability, 401k with match, 12 paid holidays, 2 weeks vacation and five sick days per year.
Interested candidates should send resumes to medelstein@amerlux.com
Amerlux is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Qualifications

Apply