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Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Hackensack, NJ

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Design. * Ability to read Architectural ... Life and AD&D, short term disability, 401k with match, 12 paid holidays, 2 weeks vacation and five ...

ScaleOps, the leader in real-time automated cloud resource management, is revolutionizing how DevOp ... Reproduce, investigate, and document bugs for R&D. * Maintain and expand the support knowledge base.

About The Role As a Technical Support Engineer at ScaleOps, you will be the first line of defense ... Reproduce, investigate, and document bugs for R&D. * Maintain and expand the support knowledge base.

CMTA, formerly known as AMA Group, is seeking an entry level Project Engineer(s) who are passionate about hands-on learning. Whether you are interested in Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing and Fire ...

Project Engineer - MEP

Madison, NJ · On-site

$75K - $80K/yr

Mechanical engineers will become familiar with HVAC load programs * Electrical engineers will ... Employer provided basic life insurance and AD&D valued at 50K coverage amount with the option for ...

Senior Software Developer - V-Force

Manhattan, NY · On-site +1

$60 - $79.25/hr

About the Role: We're looking for an experienced software developer with strong skills in C, C++, or Python to join our V-Force team -a specialized engineering squad embedded within R&D. This is not ...

The Role We have an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer specializing in Plumbing and Fire ... You will be supported in this role by a diverse team ranging from entry-level engineers to senior ...

Senior Software Developer - V-Force

New York, NY · On-site +1

$59.50 - $78.75/hr

About the Role: We're looking for an experienced software developer with strong skills in C, C++, or Python to join our V-Force team -a specialized engineering squad embedded within R&D. This is not ...

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

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level r&d mechanical engineer in Hackensack, NJ is $36.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.38 and $40.91 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.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer job openings in Hackensack, NJ as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $75,315 per year, or $36.2 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

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


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.
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