How to hire an engineering aide

How to hire an engineering aide, step by step

Here's a step-by-step engineering aide hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an engineering aide job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new engineering aide
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your engineering aide job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an engineering aide for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect engineering aide also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   This list presents engineering aide salaries for various positions.

   Type of Engineering Aide	Description	Hourly rate
   Engineering Aide		$21-48
   Aide	Aides are personal employees of their clients who commonly have health issues that render them unable to do certain tasks. They help out their clients with activities they may need assistance in... Show more	$10-16
   Biomedical Engineering Technician	A biomedical engineering technician is a professional who is responsible for repairing and maintaining medical equipment used in hospitals, nursing homes, and doctors' offices. By using a variety of tools and computer applications, biomedical engineering technicians must perform tasks such as preventive maintenance, installations and calibrate equipment, and repair electronic medical devices... Show more	$20-38

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • PowerPoint
   • Technical Data
   • Test Equipment
   • Test Results
   • Technical Support
   • Engineering Drawings
   • Data Entry
   • GPS
   • Solidworks
   • DOD
   • Engineering Design
   • C++
   • RF
   • Data Analysis

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and distribute cad standards to contributing design consultants and assist with any design issues as necessary.
   • Install and configure HW/SW components on different OS for workstations and laptops.
   • Acquire data of gravel pits by GPS to determine amount of usable gravel for road construction.
   • Used hand-held global positioning (GPS) equipment to locate and mark soil boring and sampling locations.
   • Perform other duties as assigned such as assisting the GIS field technician in the collection of GIS points and data.
   • Assist medical staff in the administration of prescribe medication and in medical emergencies including CPR and first aid as needed.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your engineering aide job description helps attract top candidates to the position. An engineering aide salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for an engineering aide in Florida may be lower than in California, and an entry-level engineering aide usually earns less than a senior-level engineering aide. Additionally, an engineering aide with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average engineering aide salary

   $67,852yearly

   $32.62 hourly rate

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   Entry-level engineering aide salary

   $45,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

   Average engineering aide salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$102,806	$49
   2	Washington	$82,565	$40
   3	Texas	$77,218	$37
   4	Nebraska	$73,798	$35
   5	Michigan	$72,420	$35
   6	New York	$72,175	$35
   7	Tennessee	$65,617	$32
   8	Arkansas	$64,683	$31
   9	Illinois	$64,191	$31
   10	Ohio	$64,115	$31
   11	Kansas	$61,154	$29
   12	Georgia	$61,146	$29
   13	Arizona	$58,767	$28
   14	Florida	$57,337	$28
   15	Oklahoma	$56,402	$27
   16	Colorado	$54,176	$26

   Average engineering aide salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	NVIDIA	$136,689	$65.72	4
   2	Broadcom	$113,340	$54.49	9
   3	Vicor	$99,290	$47.74	1
   4	Volvo Trucks	$88,909	$42.74	6
   5	City of Los Angeles	$83,238	$40.02
   6	Westinghouse Appliances Australia	$82,380	$39.61	27
   7	Cargill	$81,419	$39.14	16
   8	City of Roseville Michigan	$81,404	$39.14
   9	Aerojet Rocketdyne	$79,095	$38.03
   10	Benchmark Electronics	$76,529	$36.79
   11	GlobalFoundries	$75,999	$36.54	17
   12	OHM Advisors	$74,526	$35.83	5
   13	Ampirical	$74,053	$35.60	3
   14	B/E Aerospace	$73,460	$35.32
   15	Tech Mahindra	$73,365	$35.27
   16	Draper	$72,175	$34.70	2
   17	ARA	$71,477	$34.36	3
   18	Randstad North America, Inc.	$70,427	$33.86	1
   19	City of Salinas	$69,571	$33.45
   20	Yoh	$68,181	$32.78

4. Writing an engineering aide job description

   An engineering aide job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of an engineering aide job description:

   Engineering aide job description example

   InDyne is a full-service military, civilian and commercial operations company. Our Mission is to provide tailored cost effective, quality services and solutions. Our Vision is to exceed customer expectations by delivering results through agility, flexibility and responsiveness. Our Core Values include integrity, trust and loyalty.
   
   RT&T, a joint venture of InDyne, Inc. and Amentum Services, Inc. is the prime contractor to support the Atlantic Range Technical Support Services (ARTSS) for the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) headquartered in Patuxent River, MD, and with locations in Maryland, Virginia, and California.
   
   ARTSS supports Atlantic Test Ranges (ATR) and Atlantic Targets and Marine Operations (ATMO) in research and development, engineering, maintenance, operation, support of facilities, systems, and equipment in order to meet the engineering development and operational testing and fleet training missions for some of the world’s premier systems. Our work with the U.S. Navy keeps the warfighter safe by testing systems before they are used in combat, and we are hiring personnel to support this important mission.
   
   Note: The duties specified in this position description are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other reasonable and job-related duties may be assigned at the supervisor’s and/or manager’s discretion. Please use a bullet-point format in all areas.
   
   Assists senior level engineering technicians in the operation and maintenance of electrical and electronic equipment in support of the Range Operations Branch's Test Communication team.
   
   The Test Communications Branch provides test communications support to all of the Atlantic Test Range (ATR) activities, including the operation and maintenance of microwave, fiber optic, satellite and terrestrial communications systems, UHF/VHF/HF voice and data communication links, command/control/flight termination systems, Ethernet and SONET network, radio frequency management, and monitoring and interference control. Test Communications also provides security support for the ATR facility by maintaining ATR's System Security Accreditation Authority (SSAA) Account, COMSEC Account, and physical security to the ATR facility
   Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Performs basic engineering technician principles and techniques under the direct and close supervision of experienced engineering technicians to develop the basic knowledge and skills required to be a qualified engineering technician. Educational/Training Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent Minimum part-time enrollment in an Engineering/Electronics Technician AA/AS degree or related curriculum from an accredited college or university Required Skills/Experience: Upon receipt of an AA/AS degree and successful completion of the on-the-job training program, the Engineering Aide/Laborer may qualify as an Engineering Technician. Must be able to obtain and maintain an United States' Department of Defense (DoD) issued Secret Security Clearance Must possess a valid drivers' license Work Environment: Confined/restricted work area May have exposure to outdoor conditions (exposure to mild/moderate/extreme weather/temperatures) Equipment used (office/vehicles/tools): electronic component tools Physical Demands: Medium - Exerts up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 20lbs. of force frequently, or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects. Other Skills and Abilities: Basic electricity/electronics theory and repair/service experience preferred Basic skills with Windows operating systems preferred Must be a self-starter and possess excellent communication skills Must be flexible and team-oriented Position may require frequent overtime and travel support ****InDyne is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment at InDyne is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications. InDyne provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and parenting status), age, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law. InDyne will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with physical and/or mental disabilities, so far as such reasonable accommodations do not cause InDyne an undue hardship. Any person with a disability needing special accommodations to the application process please call our Human Resources department. In addition to federal law requirements, InDyne complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the InDyne has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including: recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. COVID-19 Requirement: RT&T/ARTSS is committed to safeguarding the health of its employees and their families, as well as its customers and visitors. As a federal contractor, RT&T/ARTSS must comply with Executive Order 14042: Ensuring Adequate COVID-19 Safety Protocols for Federal contractors. RT&T/ARTSS must also comply with all customers, federal and state regulations pertaining to COVID-19 safety protocols. RT&T/ARTSS requires all newly hired employees, in the United States, to be fully vaccinated prior to their start date. Proof of vaccination is a condition of employment, unless a request for reasonable accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs has been approved.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right engineering aide for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with engineering aides they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit engineering aides who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your engineering aide job on Zippia to find and recruit engineering aide candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit engineering aides, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new engineering aide

   Once you have selected a candidate for the engineering aide position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new engineering aide. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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