Engineer I (Entry-Level Engineer)

GridBridge, Inc.; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ERMCO in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Engineer I to join our engineering team. The role targets recent graduates with a Bachelor's or Master's in engineering who want hands-on experience in product development, manufacturing processes, and quality initiatives.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and support ERMCO's mission to deliver reliable electrical solutions across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• Degree concentration in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related engineering discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects, process improvements, and operational initiatives.
• Analyze technical data and provide recommendations to improve quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Assist with the design, development, testing, and implementation of engineering solutions.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, supply chain, maintenance, and other functional teams to solve technical challenges.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, reports, work instructions, and technical specifications.
• Support product development, validation, and manufacturing process improvement activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Present project findings and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate ERMCO's POWER Values in all aspects of work.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

CAD

Modeling

Simulation

Data analysis

Engineering software

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

ERMCO is seeking motivated and innovative recent graduates to join our engineering team. The Engineer I role is designed for individuals who have recently completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in an engineering discipline and are eager to apply technical knowledge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

This position provides hands‑on experience supporting product development, manufacturing processes, quality initiatives, continuous improvement efforts, and operational excellence. Engineers will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to solve problems, drive efficiencies, and contribute to projects that support ERMCO's mission of delivering reliable electrical solutions to customers across North America.

Opportunities may be available in various engineering disciplines, including:

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering
• Quality Engineering
• Design Engineering
• Process Engineering
• Power Electronics
• Continuous Improvement Engineering
• Research & Development
• Other Engineering Functions

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Support engineering projects, process improvements, and operational initiatives.
• Analyze technical data and provide recommendations to improve quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Assist with the design, development, testing, and implementation of engineering solutions.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
• Collaborate with operations, quality, supply chain, maintenance, and other functional teams to solve technical challenges.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, reports, work instructions, and technical specifications.
• Support product development, validation, and manufacturing process improvement activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, or other problem‑solving methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Present project findings and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate ERMCO's POWER Values in all aspects of work.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Engineering from an accredited university.
• Degree concentration in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast‑paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship, co‑op, undergraduate research, graduate research, or project experience related to engineering or manufacturing.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, process improvement, or quality systems.
• Experience with CAD, modeling, simulation, data analysis, or engineering software applicable to the discipline.
• Demonstrated leadership through academic projects, student organizations, internships, or community involvement.
• Interest in manufacturing, power distribution equipment, industrial operations, or product development.

Career Development Opportunities

At ERMCO, early‑career engineers gain exposure to real‑world engineering challenges while working alongside experienced technical leaders. This role offers opportunities to:

• Build technical expertise in a manufacturing environment.
• Lead improvement and innovation initiatives.
• Collaborate across multiple business functions.
• Develop project management and leadership skills.
• Explore long‑term career opportunities within engineering and operations leadership.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with it. Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as required.

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