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Entry Level R&D Mechanical Engineer Jobs in Omaha, NE

Varsity Tutors

Mechanical Engineering Tutor

Omaha, NE · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... Mechanical Engineering tutors nationally. As a tutor on the Varsity Tutors Platform, you'll have ... Set your own hours and tutor as much as you'd like. * Tutor remotely using our purpose-built Live ...

D.R. Horton

Division Human Resource Coordinator

Omaha, NE · On-site

$20 - $26.25/hr

*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly ... the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and ...

J. E. Dunn Construction Group

M/E Engineer 1

Omaha, NE · On-site

Role Summary The M/E Engineer 1 will complete entry level and routine mechanical, electrical and field construction activities. This position will be responsible for collecting and assembling data ...

Je Dunn Construction Group

M/E Engineer 1

Omaha, NE · On-site

Role Summary The M/E Engineer 1 will complete entry level and routine mechanical, electrical and field construction activities. This position will be responsible for collecting and assembling data ...

R&R INVEST INC

Commercial Maintenance Technician

Elkhorn, NE · On-site

$21 - $26.50/hr

... mechanical rooms, vacant spaces, grounds, parking lots, and any other building areas that need ... d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and tell us what makes you a great fit for the R ...

Webforge

Associate Machine Design Engineer

Omaha, NE

This entry-level role focuses on assisting with mechanical design, documentation, testing, and implementation activities under the guidance of senior engineers. The Associate Machine Design Engineer ...

Lozier Corporation

Manufacturing Engineer II

Omaha, NE · On-site

Mechanical engineering preferred. Experience: Minimum of 1 year of applicable engineering experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment. Required Skills: * Intermediate Microsoft Office ...

DR Horton

Foundation Waterproofer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S ., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly ... the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and ...

DR Horton, Inc.

Foundation Waterproofer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$17 - $21.75/hr

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S ., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly ... the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and ...

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

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level r&d mechanical engineer in Omaha, NE is $31.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.77 and $35.87 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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Entry-Level Engineer

The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company

Omaha, NE • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description


Please note:
  • Applying for positions in multiple locations will result in a longer vetting process.
  • The Whiting-Turner Contracting Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including the disabled and veterans.

Job Description
Whiting-Turner is a national ENR Top 25 General Contractor looking for entry-level engineers to 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.
  • Writing 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.

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.
  • Experience with construction projects, mechanical/electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics or working with craft workers.
  • Ability to read and understand technical specifications, blueprints, technical manuals, product/material installation instructions and engineering/architectural drawings.
  • Proficiency in scheduling including related scheduling software.

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.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

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