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Mechanical Engineer I

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Mechanical Engineer I is responsible for the design, development, documentation ... Understanding of manufacturing processes, production yield metrics (process capability, gage R&R ...

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Mechanical Engineer I

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

JOB SUMMARY The Mechanical Engineer I is responsible for the design, development, documentation ... Understanding of manufacturing processes, production yield metrics (process capability, gage R&R ...

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Mechanical Engineer I

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Description JOB SUMMARY The Mechanical Engineer I is responsible for the design, development ... R) & production test procedures (alarms & lights preferred). • Good understanding of test ...

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

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level r&d mechanical engineer in St. Louis, MO is $32.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.15 and $36.44 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 St. Louis, MO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 10% 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 $67,137 per year, or $32.3 per hour.

Mechanical Engineer

Sunnen Products Company

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

POSITION TITLE: ENGINEER I
REPORTS TO: ENGINEERING MANAGER
Position Summary:
Perform the duties required for application of engineering principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields. Make independent decisions on engineering problems using methods, advanced techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts, and practices of own field and related sciences and disciplines. The knowledge and expertise required for this level of work usually results from a university education combined with progressive experience. Supervision and guidance is frequently related to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, policy matters, and unusual problems or developments.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
The ENGINEER I will be responsible for delivering results that include the following:
  • As a researcher or worker, carry out assignments, as directed, requiring the application of existing techniques, procedures, and scientific methods typical to the related field.
  • Use project management techniques suitable for producing products or processes in a timely fashion.
  • Independently solve technical problems analytically or empirically.
  • Review the work of drafting or engineering records as it relates to a specific project.
  • Technically assist other departments, affiliates, and customers in a support role when appropriate, including support in the troubleshooting and development and honing applications

Mechanical Emphasis Position
  • As directed, design small mechanical systems or modify designs to improve product value with guidance from senior level advisement
  • As appropriate, create mechanical components, assemblies, and diagrams using 3-D solid modeling or 2-D CAD software
  • Follow regulatory standards in the design of complaint mechanical systems

Complete Basic Training tasks to:
  • Become familiar with all company policies and standards
  • Gain Proficiency in the use of company IT systems
  • Gain basic knowledge of the honing process, application and troubleshooting
  • Gain basic knowledge to understand structure and practices for all company departments with which the position is expected to interact

POSITION QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:
  • Apply principles of logical thinking to define problem, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written or oral form.
  • Ability to effectively work and interact with others.

Education/License(s)/Certification(s) Required:
  • Requires broad knowledge of an engineering discipline equivalent to a Bachelor's degree.
  • No License(s)/Certification(s) Required.

Experience:
  • No experience required to qualify for the position. Expect a minimum of one to three years to become proficient in the requirements of the position.

Physical/Visual Activities or Demands:
Physical/visual activities or demands that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, feel, talk or hear.
  • The employee must exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include clarity of vision at 20 feet or more as well as 20 inches or less.

Environmental/Atmospheric Conditions:
Environmental and atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
  • Good working conditions with occasional exposure to some elements that make conditions less desirable than usually found in an office.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:
Which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:
  • Telephone, copier, fax, personal computer/terminal, common application software, corporate IT systems, CRM, ERP, CAD/CAM

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.
Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
"Commonly associated" is not intended to mean always or only. There are different experiences that suggest other ways or circumstances where reasonable changes or accommodations are appropriate.
All activities, Demands, Conditions and Requirements are linked to Essential Job Functions unless marked with an asterisk which denotes linkage only to marginal function(s).

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