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How much do graduate trainee engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for graduate trainee engineer in Texas is $63,927.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,400.00 and $69,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a graduate trainee engineer?

Graduate Trainee Engineers are recent university graduates who are hired by companies to undergo training and gain practical experience in engineering roles. These positions are designed to help new engineers develop their technical skills, understand company processes, and prepare for permanent engineering roles within the organization. Graduate trainee programs typically rotate trainees through different departments and projects, exposing them to a variety of engineering challenges. The goal is to build a strong foundation for a successful engineering career.

What do graduate trainee engineers do?

As a Graduate Trainee Engineer, you can anticipate working on a variety of entry-level engineering projects under the supervision of senior engineers. Your responsibilities may include assisting in the design and development of products, conducting tests, preparing technical documentation, and analyzing data. Most programs are structured to rotate you through different departments, allowing you to gain exposure to various engineering functions and build a broad skill set. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is common, providing opportunities to learn from experienced professionals and contribute to meaningful projects early in your career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a graduate trainee engineer?

To thrive as a Graduate Trainee Engineer, you need a solid foundation in engineering principles, problem-solving abilities, and at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline. Familiarity with technical tools such as CAD software, data analysis programs, and industry-specific standards or certifications is often required. Strong communication, teamwork, and adaptability are crucial soft skills for collaborating on projects and learning new concepts quickly. These skills enable graduate trainees to effectively contribute to engineering teams, meet project goals, and grow into more advanced roles.

What is the difference between Graduate Trainee Engineer vs Junior Engineer?

AspectGraduate Trainee EngineerJunior Engineer
QualificationsTypically recent graduates with a relevant degreeOften requires some experience or entry-level qualification
Work EnvironmentTraining-focused, supervised learningHands-on, independent tasks with supervision
Employer UsageEntry-level position for new graduatesInitial professional role for early-career engineers

The Graduate Trainee Engineer is primarily a training role designed for recent graduates to develop skills, while a Junior Engineer is an entry-level position where individuals start applying their knowledge in real projects. Both roles are common in engineering industries and serve as stepping stones in an engineering career.

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Infographic showing various Graduate Trainee Engineer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 84% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,927 per year, or $30.7 per hour.

Faculty, Biodata Engineering

Dallas, TX • On-site

University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Cent (The
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Develop an innovative research program that integrates medical data to predict, monitor, and improve human health.

  • Work closely with clinical and basic research faculty to translate new technologies into medical solutions.

  • Teach graduate students and mentor trainees in the department.


UT Southwestern rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 152 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

TheDepartment of Biomedical Engineering(BME) at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW) in Dallas, TX invites applications for a full-time tenured/tenure track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. We seek applications from individuals with research focus on biodata engineering, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), data science and data curation for medical applications. Highly qualified senior postdoctoral fellows with outstanding publications and extramural research funding may be eligible for UTSW's prestigiousEndowed Scholarsprogram and are strongly encouraged to apply.

We are especially interested in candidates who will provide inspirational leadership in research and initiate collaborative opportunities across the medical center. BME faculty work closely with clinical and basic research faculty in the highly collaborative UTSW Medical Center environment translating new technologies into medical solutions. All faculty members are expected to be enthusiastic mentors to trainees and actively engage in the teaching mission of the department.
Responsibilities

Successful candidates will develop an innovative research program that integrates medical data (imaging, diagnostics, pathology, omics, and related data sets) to predict, monitor and improve human health. The department is particularly interested in the application of AI/ML to functional neuroimaging, biomedical imaging speech and text, and mining clinical data. Candidates with research focus on system data science will work closely with biomedical engineers to establish a program on biodata engineering.

This research focused position will include responsibility for teaching graduate students and mentoring trainees. Specific focus areas of research are open but may include application of artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science.
About the Department of Biomedical Engineering

The UTSW Department of Biomedical Engineering is one of the few placed solely within a medical center, with no undergraduate program. We aim to drive programmatic integration in biomedical engineering and address emerging clinical and scientific challenges in medicine and biology using innovative technologies. Anchored by outstanding faculty, motivated trainees and exceptional clinical and engineering infrastructure the department strives to create innovative systems and methods that will play an active role in transforming the current disease care system into a genuine health care enterprise.

The ideal candidate will have earned a Ph.D., an M.D. or an equivalent degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related field (preferably a degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering). A demonstrated potential for innovations in biomedical engineering and data technology is desirable. Highly competitive applicants will have education and/or experience in one or more of the following:

  • Biomedical engineering, software engineering, computer science, or related field.
  • Track record of scholarly research.
  • Familiarity with extramural funding, impactful publications, and excellent technical writing skills.

Applicants should apply onlineand upload:

  • A curriculum vitae
  • A cover letter
  • A 2-page summary of research accomplishments and future plans
  • A one paragraph description of their three most significant publications (or preprints) that include a link or hyperlink to the publication.
  • Names and contact information (e-mail and telephone) of three references
Applications submitted before December 15, 2025 will receive full consideration, with a targeted start date of June 1, 2026.

UTSouthwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. Asan equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis ofrace, color, religion, national origin, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression,age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

Appointment rank will be commensurate with academic accomplishment and experience. Consideration may be given to applicants seeking less than a full-time schedule.

To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visithttps://www.utsouthwestern.edu/employees/hr-resources/

Benefits
    UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
    • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
    • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
    • Paid Time Off, available day one
    • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
    • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
    • Wellness programs
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
    • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

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