Engineer Jobs in South Plainfield, NJ

An Engineer in the manufacturing engineering industry primarily focuses on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of manufacturing processes. They design, implement, monitor, and maintain manufacturing systems and equipment. Engineers in this field are involved in the creation and production of a wide range of products, from vehicles to household appliances. They often work closely with other professionals such as designers and quality control specialists, to ensure that the manufacturing process is as efficient as possible and adheres to safety standards and regulations.

To be successful in this role, an engineer should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of manufacturing systems and machinery. Proficiency in CAD software and other industry-related software is typically required. A bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering or a related field is usually necessary, and certification from professional bodies, such as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) or the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), can enhance job prospects. Prior to becoming an Engineer, a person could hold job roles such as a Production Technician, Process Engineer, or Quality Control Analyst.

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Distribution Engineer

  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Description Leidos is seeking Distribution Engineers and Designers for electric utility design engineering throughout Western Pennsylvania and Central & Northern New Jersey....

H&H Design Engineer

  • Warren, NJ (6 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Warren, NJ (6 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Residing on the list of the Engineering News Record (ENR)s Top 500 Design Firms in the nation, TPD is currently hiring a Civil Engineer to serve as a H&H Study/Design Task Leader for Projects in New...

Distribution Engineer

  • Freehold, NJ (24 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Freehold, NJ (24 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Leidos is seeking Distribution Engineers and Designers for electric utility design engineering throughout Western Pennsylvania and Central & Northern New Jersey....

Design Engineer

  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Must have a Bachelor's Degree (or foreign equivalent) in Design or Industrial or Mechanical Engineering plus 2 years experience as a Design or Industrial or Mechanical Engineer....

FPGA Design Engineer

  • Florham Park, NJ (13 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (13 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.Responsibilities for this PositionSign on Bonus up to $5000As a Cyber FPGA design engineer, you'll be a member...

Senior Cost Engineer (Utilities Construction)

  • Somerset, NJ (7 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ (7 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a dedicated **Senior Cost Engineer** to join our talented team at our office located in Somerset, NJ....

Qualification Engineer

  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Edison, NJ (3 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

In addition to leading equipment qualification projects, the Qualification Engineer II acts as a subject matter expert (SME) for all qualifications at the Edison Site....

Infoblox L3 Engineer

  • Princeton, NJ (18 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (18 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Role- Infoblox L3 Engineer Location- Quincy/Boston, MA or Princeton, NJ ( Day 1 onsite) Experience : 9+ Years (Infoblox and DDI Solution) Job Description: Managing, design, engineering of DDI solution...

Release & DevOps Engineer

  • Parsippany, NJ (19 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (19 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Support GAFs continuous integration build environment and automated package migration processes by automating release and deployment management tasks through scripting and other technologies;...

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Quality Engineers

  • Iselin, NJ (5 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Iselin, NJ (5 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Biotechnology Engineering, Science, Technology, or Engineering (any) along with 6 months of experience in the job offered or related...

Validation Engineers

  • Iselin, NJ (5 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Iselin, NJ (5 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Biotechnology Engineering, Science, Technology, or Engineering (any) with 6 months of experience in the job offered or related occupation...

Tool & Design Engineer

  • Woodbridge, NJ (6 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (6 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Position: Tool & Design Engineer Location: Woodbridge Township, NJ Hiring Contact: Jacob Parish | ......

Product Design ENGINEER

  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (23 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

PAGANI STUDIO is a luxury lighting design and manufacturing studio located in the Brooklyn Navy Yard. The studio has been producing high-end lighting fixtures for 2+ decades, here in Brooklyn....

Structural Engineer

  • Bridgewater, NJ (10 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (10 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Job Title: Structural Engineer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Structural Engineer with a passion for forensic engineering and two years of experience in the field....

Connectivity Operations Engineer - Multiple Positions

  • Whippany, NJ (17 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ (17 miles from South Plainfield, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Entity: Barclays Services CorpType: Direct EmployerAddress: 400 Jefferson Park, Whippany, NJ 07981Number of positions: 5Barclays Services Corp. seeks Connectivity Operations Engineer in Whippany, NJ...

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Salary for Engineer Jobs in South Plainfield, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Engineer positions.



Highest Education Level

Engineers in South Plainfield, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.7%
Master's Degree
32.1%
Associate's Degree
7.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.9%
High School or GED
2.9%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Engineers in South Plainfield, NJ
1-2 years
30.8%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
15.4%
2-4 years
11.5%
4-6 years
11.5%
8-10 years
7.7%
6-8 years
3.8%



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