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JR-2026-21388En Air Products, reimaginamos lo que es posible. Aprovechando la motivación de ... Engineering degree preferred but not required.* 10+ years of leadership experience within ...

Models * QA/QC Drafter/ Jr Designer deliverables. * Maintain meeting minutes for meetings in ... These are mainly the responsibilities of your Project Engineer based on the impact these items will ...

Models * QA/QC Drafter/ Jr Designer deliverables. * Maintain meeting minutes for meetings in ... These are mainly the responsibilities of your Project Engineer based on the impact these items will ...

Support the Project Manager(s) and Sales with revisions, value engineering, and bid updates as needed * Maintain organized records of estimates, plans, and supporting documentation * Create, track ...

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How much do jr engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for jr engineer in Arizona is $66,909.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $45,200.00 and $74,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Jr Engineer?

Jr Engineers, or Junior Engineers, are entry-level professionals who assist in designing, developing, and maintaining engineering projects under the supervision of senior staff. They typically perform tasks such as drafting plans, conducting tests, collecting data, and troubleshooting issues in their field of engineering. Jr Engineers gain hands-on experience while learning industry standards and best practices, and their role serves as a foundation for career growth in engineering. They usually have a relevant degree or diploma and may work in fields like civil, mechanical, electrical, or software engineering.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Jr Engineer?

To thrive as a Jr Engineer, you need a solid understanding of engineering fundamentals, problem-solving abilities, and a relevant degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with industry-standard software like AutoCAD, MATLAB, or SolidWorks, and an understanding of project management tools or safety standards, is often required. Strong communication, teamwork, and a willingness to learn are essential soft skills that help Jr Engineers grow and adapt. These skills enable Jr Engineers to contribute effectively to projects, collaborate with senior staff, and develop professionally within engineering teams.

What are some common challenges faced by Jr Engineers when transitioning from academic projects to real-world engineering tasks?

Jr Engineers often find that real-world engineering projects involve more collaborative work, tighter deadlines, and the need to follow established processes and documentation standards compared to academic assignments. Adjusting to working within a team, understanding project management tools, and effectively communicating with senior engineers and other departments can be challenging at first. However, with mentorship and hands-on experience, Jr Engineers quickly develop these skills and become valuable contributors to their teams.

What is the difference between Jr Engineer vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectJr EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsDiploma or Bachelor's in EngineeringBachelor's or higher in Mechanical Engineering
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, supervised tasks, site or officeDesign, analysis, project management, often more autonomous
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, manufacturing, engineering firmsDesign firms, manufacturing, R&D, industrial sectors

Jr Engineers typically hold diplomas or bachelor's degrees and perform supervised tasks in construction or manufacturing environments. Mechanical Engineers usually have a bachelor's or higher degree and handle design, analysis, and project management roles. While Jr Engineers focus on learning and supporting projects, Mechanical Engineers take on more complex responsibilities and autonomous work.

How do I become a junior engineer?

To become a junior engineer, typically you need a relevant bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Gaining practical experience through internships or entry-level positions, developing technical skills, and obtaining certifications can improve your chances of securing a junior engineering role.

What cities in Arizona are hiring for Jr Engineer jobs?

Cities in Arizona with the most Jr Engineer job openings:

Infographic showing various Jr Engineer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,909 per year, or $32.2 per hour.

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Job description

Summary- As a Revit Designer you will be leading the development of your discipline’s construction documents. Your team will consist of a Drafter. They will depend on your direction based on their current understanding of discipline. Designers handle the creations and development of construction documents. Having a deeper understanding of your discipline will enable you to begin to take ownership of the content needed to complete your discipline’s design.

Essential functions - During design you will take ownership of developing the construction documents. You are expected to understand how to compose your design package. You will develop the project scope using calculations, specifications and following the scope of work. This would mean directing your Drafter to assist in composing necessary views based on your scope. Your discipline lead will assist you and mentor you on items needed to achieve a constructible package but the responsibility of fully developing the design package is reliant on your understanding of your discipline and design principles.


In this position you will complete the following:

  • Use of all pertinent specifications
  • Research standards to identify any scope of gaps or areas of concern
  • Develop scope specific details.
  • Verify that the design meets all code and client specifications
  • Annotate construction documents with scope enabling content and descriptions.
  • Determine the composition of your discipline package.
  • Develop calculations necessary for your scope to be reviewed by your discipline lead.
  • Utilize software tools, where required, to perform analysis of the design performance
  • Apply work break-down structure (WBS) for estimating.
  • Coordinate with other designers to develop the overall scope.
  • Populate project-based information
  • SOW summary
  • Specification Matrix
  • Sheet list
  • File deliverables
  • Sheets
  • Models
  • QA/QC Drafter/ Jr Designer deliverables.
  • Maintain meeting minutes for meetings in attendance.


Supervisory responsibilities- directing your Drafter to assist in composing necessary views based on your scope. As design progresses you will participate and lead topics in:

  • Client coordination meetings (i.e. workgroup meetings)
  • Internal coordination meetings
  • Discipline coordination meetings
  • Meeting minute notation
  • Design reviews


Construction administration - During the construction phase of a project, our completed package is given to a general contractor to onboard trades for construction. During this phase of a project, we will receive Request for Information (RFI) and Submittals (verification of items being purchased per spec). These are mainly the responsibilities of your Project Engineer based on the impact these items will have on construction. An incorrect RFI or submittal could exponentially affect a project and should be taken as seriously as design. For your development as a Designer, you will learn the following under this scope:

  • The importance of an RFI and Submittal
  • How to respond to RFI's and Submittals.
  • How to perform site observations.
  • How to perform design validation.


Your main responsibilities during this are to:

  • Revise the package based on RFI response.
  • Rev cloud and triangles
  • Update models
  • Convert construction as builds into our design documents for record set (red to black) As-builds


Required education and experience:

  • High school Diploma or GED
  • Two (2) year associate’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Three (3) to Five (5) years of practical experience


Preferred education and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering studies
  • Ten (10) years of practical experience.


Industrial Design offers full benefits including Health/Dental/Vision insurance (single and family), PTO, Paid Holidays and 401k.


Affirmative Action/EEO statement – Industrial Design recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Industrial Design is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.


Applicants please note: This position requires US work authorization, and we are not looking for out of country/outsourced support or remote workers of any kind. This opening is for local candidates residing in the metro phoenix area or those willing to self-relocate to this area only. All positions listed are full time in office roles with no opportunity for hybrid or work from home accommodations. If you are looking to work remote, please do not apply.