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New Grad Embedded Engineer Jobs in St Louis, MO (NOW HIRING)

Controls Engineer

Bridgeton, MO · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

Review system-level control assemblies including embedded PCs, PLCs, power supplies, displays ... new product development and product enhancements. * Serve as a technical resource for field ...

Controls Engineer

Bridgeton, MO · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

Review system-level control assemblies including embedded PCs, PLCs, power supplies, displays ... new product development and product enhancements. * Serve as a technical resource for field ...

Help develop functional specifications and detailed design documentation for new products, working ... Use AI-assisted tools to support embedded firmware development, including code generation, test ...

Help develop functional specifications and detailed design documentation for new products, working ... Use AI-assisted tools to support embedded firmware development, including code generation, test ...

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How much do new grad embedded engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for new grad embedded engineer in St. Louis, MO is $133,461.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,400.00 and $159,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between New Grad Embedded Engineer vs Embedded Software Developer?

AspectNew Grad Embedded EngineerEmbedded Software Developer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related fieldBachelor's or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field
Work EnvironmentEntry-level, team-based projects in hardware-software integrationDeveloping, testing, and maintaining embedded software in various industries
Industry UsageCommonly used in startups, tech companies, and manufacturingWidely used across automotive, consumer electronics, and IoT sectors

While both roles focus on embedded systems, New Grad Embedded Engineers typically have less experience and work under supervision, focusing on learning and supporting projects. Embedded Software Developers often have more experience and handle complex software development tasks independently.

What job categories do people searching New Grad Embedded Engineer jobs in St. Louis, MO look for?

The top searched job categories for New Grad Embedded Engineer jobs in St. Louis, MO are:

Infographic showing various New Grad Embedded Engineer job openings in St. Louis, MO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $133,461 per year, or $64.2 per hour.

Preconstruction Engineer - New College Grad

Clayco

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 16 days ago


Clayco rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

About Us
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.
The Role We Want You For
As a Preconstruction Engineer, you will drive the bidding process for construction projects by crafting precise conceptual and hard dollar estimates, developing proposals, and managing subcontractor bids. You will ensure the accuracy and completeness of all project documents, perform quantity take-offs, conduct constructability reviews, and implement value engineering analyses. Your contributions will be crucial in shaping departmental strategies and fostering continuous improvement.
The Specifics of the Role
  • Proposal Preparation: Collaborate with the Preconstruction team to deliver accurate proposals across various business units, including Commercial, Industrial, Institutional, and Residential sectors.
  • Quantity Take-Offs: Perform detailed quantity take-offs for specific scopes of work to support accurate estimating.
  • Subcontractor Management: Oversee the solicitation process for subcontractor bids, build and nurture relationships with subcontractors, and maintain a comprehensive master list of subcontractors/vendors.
  • Bid Evaluation: Prepare and analyze Bid Evaluation sheets to ensure competitive and fair bidding processes.
  • Schedule and Conditions Review: Evaluate project schedules, assist in drafting General Conditions, and contribute to the final assembly of estimates for presentation to owners.
  • Handoff and Support: Facilitate a seamless transition of estimates, bid information, drawings, and specifications to Project Management, and assist Project Managers with contract negotiations, change orders, and other project needs.
  • Historical Data Management: Develop and maintain historical data on unit prices to inform future estimating and bidding processes.

Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related.
  • Project Engineer, or Preconstruction internship experience or related internship.
  • Field experience desirable.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of construction principles, practices, and technology.
  • Previous experience on a successful project management team.
  • Ability to walk a job site, climb ladders, and scale multi-floor scaffolding.
  • Ability to lift objects of at least 50 lbs.

Some Things You Should Know
  • Our clients and projects are nationwide - Some travel will be required.
  • No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
  • We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
  • The pace is fast!
  • This position is classified as a safety-sensitive role in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Candidates selected for this position will be subject to a comprehensive background check, which includes mandatory drug testing.

Why Clayco?
  • 2025 Best Places to Work - St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
  • 2025 ENR Top 400 - Top Data Center Contractor (Top 3).
  • 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms - Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
  • 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors - Green Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits
  • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation
  • The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

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