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trane technologies

LCU/R Specialist

Springfield, MA · On-site

The LCU/R Quoting Specialist supports Trane Supply's sales and customer service operations by ... in business, engineering, or a related field preferred. Prior experience in HVAC, mechanical ...

EMCOR Group Inc

Tucker Mechanical

Rocky Hill, CT · On-site

This is the entry level position for project management. * Managing project specific document ... Educational and experience requirements include: 4-year engineering degree, construction management ...

ABB

R&D Engineer - Panelboards

Bloomfield, CT · Hybrid

Job Qualifications: * BS Mechanical Engineering or similar educational background * 2+ years of experience in R&Dor a related field * You have experience in mechanical design (including 3D modeling ...

Actalent

Electrical Engineer

Glastonbury, CT

$31 - $41/hr

This role offers a unique opportunity for an entry-level electrical engineer to receive hands-on ... Experience or aptitude in troubleshooting mechanical or electrical systems in an industrial or ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level r&d mechanical engineer in Hartford, CT is $33.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.16 and $37.84 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 Hartford, CT as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $69,657 per year, or $33.5 per hour.

Manufacturing Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company

Simsbury, CT

$74K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 hours ago

Job description

At Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD), we believe that our strengths are built on our most important resource - our people. Join EBAD and you'll be a part of a team who creates cutting edge technology that will blast us into the future. No other company can match the innovative energetic solutions that we provide. At EBAD you will actively contribute to successful missions putting men, women and satellites into space, and protecting our armed service men and women around the world. If this is the culture and work environment you are seeking, then EBAD is the place for you!

Job Description

EBAD is seeking aManufacturing Engineerwith experience working in a manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for evaluating designs for manufacturability and leading development of new products into production. Candidate will have key areas of expertise in analyzing user requirements, mechanical design, tool design, and manufacturing cell layout.

Responsibilities:

This position supports and reports directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Lead.The Manufacturing Engineer (ME) is the technical lead on internal and external projects and is responsible for all technical and schedule aspects of the project/product throughout the production life cycle. Primary duties include:

  • Development and maintenance of manufacturing documentation (including manufacturing instructions, routings, process specifications and tooling) as well as product testing requirements and methods.
  • Providing continuity during transitions from proposals to production.
  • Solving manufacturing problems, investigating process failures and implementing corrective actions
  • Coordination with other departments to ensure the production viability of new designs, creation of the required documentation, and internal and customer approval of documentation.
  • Interface with production personnel including operators, quality inspectors, and shop floor supervisors.
  • Implementation of Lean methodologies including standard work, point of use tooling, material presentation and process improvements.
  • Development of automated test fixtures and assembly tools
  • Development of layouts of manufacturing cell design including tooling, machinery and equipment.
  • Creation of Process Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
  • Creating standard work and contributing to manufacturing cell planning
  • Tracking status and ensuring completion of operations milestones and tasks for production programs

Requirements:

The successful candidate must have a BS/MS in an engineering discipline, preferably mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering and manufacturing or related engineering experience in multi-part mechanisms and mechanical assemblies. Additionally, it is desired that the candidate has experience in the following areas:

  • Knowledge of space vehicle mechanisms and systems
  • CAD, 3-D modeling, assembly creation, drawings and GD&T.
  • Design of tooling and fixtures
  • Design for Manufacturing methods and techniques
  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects.
  • Formal problem analysis and resolution
  • Project management skills with the ability to document, plan, and execute programs
  • Working with aerospace products and processes.
  • Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing practices
  • Enterprise/Manufacturing Resource Planning (ERP/MRP) systems.
  • MS Office- Excel, Word and Powerpoint.Familiar with and able to work in MS Project.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

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