Associate Engineer

New Grads/Early Career Program


Are you graduating with an engineering degree in May or June of 2026? Are you interested in joining a world leading supplier of castings to the aerospace and defense markets?

CPP is recruiting for a new Engineering Development Program (EDP) with a cohort starting June/July 2026. This rotation program is designed to provide new graduates in Engineering disciplines with the opportunity for accelerated learning and growth towards technical leadership or technical expert positions within CPP.


Program Details


The program will expose participants to different disciplines of engineering within casting over two years by working in at least two manufacturing sites/facilities. This is a two-year rotational program focused on developing engineering skills and knowledge. CPP is currently recruiting participants for placements in Albany, Oregon (2 sites) and Southern California (4 sites). Participants will spend one year at two different CPP facilities in either Oregon or Southern California.

What will make you a successful candidate?

• BS or MS in Engineering (must graduate no later than June 2026).
• Must be a US Person (US citizen or Legal Permanent Resident).
• Strong academic record.
• (Internal Candidates) Must be a current CPP Employee with a bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field; 6 years of CPP experience in a technical or engineering role may be considered in lieu of applicable degree
• Related Intern/co-op experience or exposure in manufacturing preferred
• A willingness and ability to learn every day.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced results-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

What will CPP provide?

• $80,000-$100,000
• Opportunity to make an impact on current and future manufacturing processes.
• On going technical and leadership training.
• One-on-One mentorship. Participants will be teamed with a Mentor from within CPP’s technical leadership community.
• Ongoing exposure and networking opportunities. Participants will meet and present-out to the EDP Advisory Board quarterly and will meet regularly with both Plant and Divisional leadership.
• Exposure to and experience in multiple CPP facilities. The rotation program will include placement in at least 2 different facilities.
• Benchmark trips to other CPP facilities nationally.

Details

Rotation will be in either Oregon or Southern California.
Relocation assistance will be provided to assist relocation (required for Southern California rotations).


CPP Background


CPP operates a global network of world-class facilities that serve leaders in the aerospace, defense, and power generation markets around the world. Poised for decades of growth, today’s CPP is a comprehensive solutions partner and an essential contributor to the global aerospace community.
At CPP you will have the opportunity to work alongside industry experts and discover endless learning and development opportunities, from hands-on projects and advanced training to career growth in cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions.

Our engineering roles offer you the opportunity to support the manufacturing process for some of the most complex castings in the world. Whether you are conducting simulations to analyze flow, cooling, and solidification processes or programming and configuring robotic and automated equipment, CPP offers the opportunity for you to leverage cutting-edge technology to produce complex castings that the aerospace and defense industry depends on each day.
Every CPP career comes with incredible growth potential and the satisfaction of knowing that you’re helping shape a better tomorrow for everyone—starting with yourself.
Help us shape the future.

Consolidated Precision Products (CPP) is an industry-leading manufacturer of highly engineered components and sub-assemblies, supplying the commercial aerospace, military and industrial markets with small-to-large “function critical” products. CPP provides its customers with a “total solution” source, taking them from concept to finished product with one of the broadest and most diverse product offerings in the industry. More information about our…