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Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Cleveland, OH

Co-op, Quality Engineering (Posting)

Avon, OH · On-site

$65K - $84K/yr

... Operations, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial and Systems Engineering with a GPA of 3.0 or ... R and Capabilities studies using statistical tools • Develop quality corrective actions as ...

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSCE, BSME) from an ABET accredited institution is required. Acceptable alternatives are: (1) a Professional Engineer ...

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2 ... Proficiency with 3-D CAD & modeling programs (e.g. Solidworks). * Ability to read precision ...

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 2 ... Proficiency with 3-D CAD & modeling programs (e.g. Solidworks). * Ability to read precision ...

Engineering Co-Op-Fall 2026

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

We are looking for Mechanical Engineering students in their Junior or Senior year, with a strong ... Create 3-D models and 2-D drawings * Design tooling and setups * Build customer quotes and bills of ...

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How much do entry level r&d mechanical engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level r&d mechanical engineer in Cleveland, OH is $32.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.11 and $36.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer vs Mechanical Design Engineer?

AspectEntry Level R&D Mechanical EngineerMechanical Design Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related fieldBachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, development teams, innovation-focused settingsDesign offices, manufacturing facilities, product development teams
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, tech companies, R&D departmentsManufacturers, engineering firms, product companies
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level R&D roles in mechanical engineeringDifferences in design-focused mechanical engineering roles

Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineers focus on developing new technologies and prototypes in research environments, while Mechanical Design Engineers primarily work on designing and improving existing products for manufacturing. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds but differ in daily tasks and work settings.

What are the most commonly searched types of R&D Mechanical Engineer jobs in Cleveland, OH?

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Infographic showing various Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer job openings in Cleveland, OH as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 91% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $66,972 per year, or $32.2 per hour.

Power System Engineer (OH, PA, WV)

FirstEnergy

Akron, OH

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 24 days ago


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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 73 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 53 rated energy and utility


Job description

FirstEnergy at a Glance

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About the Opportunity

This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [FEU] 

Onsite - Akron OH, Fairmont WV, Greensburg PA, Reading PA

Responsibilities include:

  • Short circuit impedance modeling of the transmission and sub-transmission lines, system interconnections, transmission and sub-transmission substations and transformers to ensure system accuracy, compliance with NERC standards and reliable operation.
  • Modeling impedances of lines and transformers, air switch capability, and modeling aspects of power flow models.
  • Performing transmission modeling activities with the operating companies, other utilities, nonutility customer load/generation, PJM, and ReliabilityFirst.
  • Discussions and resolutions to modeling discrepancies, questions and compliance concerns.
  • Developing and maintaining applications, queries, and macros.
  • Actively participate on industry working groups and forums to ensure the FirstEnergy is viewed as an engaged leader in transmission activities.
  • Continually seek opportunities to increase internal and external customer satisfaction and broaden/deepen relationships with neighboring companies, PJM, ReliabilityFirst, and NERC.
  • Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment that values an open exchange of ideas to promote innovation

Engineer II Qualifications include:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSCE, BSME) from an ABET accredited institution is required. Acceptable alternatives are: (1) a Professional Engineer's (PE) License (2) a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution (3) a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering or technical field of study (non-ABET) plus an advanced degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program. Electrical Engineering is preferred.
  • A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 (two) years of Engineering experience is required.

Engineer III Qualification Include:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSCE, BSME) from an ABET accredited institution is required. Acceptable alternatives are: (1) a Professional Engineer's (PE) License (2) a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution (3) a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering or technical field of study (non-ABET) plus an advanced degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program. Electrical  Engineering is preferred.
  • A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 (three) years of Engineering experience is required.

Engineer IV

Qualifications include:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSCE, BSME) from an ABET accredited institution is required. Acceptable alternatives are: (1) a Professional Engineer's (PE) License (2) a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution (3) a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering or technical field of study (non-ABET) plus an advanced degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program. Electrical Engineering is preferred.
  • A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 (five) years of Engineering experience is required with a BS in Engineering or minimum of 7 (seven) years of Engineering experience is required with a BS in Engineering Technology.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.

Safety

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

Position Classification

 Exempt


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