Explore Assistant Director, Engineering opportunities for experienced professionals ready to help lead technical teams, oversee complex projects, and support an organization’s engineering strategy. These senior roles can span industries such as technology, manufacturing, construction, energy, and infrastructure. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you focus your search on high-level opportunities.
An Assistant Director of Engineering typically supports the director or executive leadership in setting priorities and managing day-to-day engineering operations. Responsibilities may include coordinating teams, monitoring project schedules and budgets, improving processes, maintaining quality and safety standards, and communicating technical progress to stakeholders. The exact scope varies by employer and industry.
Employers often look for a strong engineering background paired with leadership, planning, and communication skills. Relevant experience may include managing multidisciplinary teams, delivering large-scale projects, overseeing engineering systems, or supporting regulatory and quality requirements. A bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline is commonly expected; some roles may prefer an advanced degree, professional licensure, or specialized industry credentials.
Compensation for Assistant Director, Engineering positions depends on factors such as industry, location, organization size, and the role’s technical and leadership responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for compensation details, qualifications, and the scope of the position.
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Sr. Electrical Engineer - Federal
$110K - $130K *
Grow your career with a Senior Engineer role that leads complex project designs, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate across teams, manage budgets and schedules, and mentor others while drivin...
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Sr. Electrical Engineer - Federal
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's leading innovative engineering solutions. You will coordinate design activities, ensure project quality, and utilize your technical expertise to deliver complex projects on time and...
Reposted 2 days ago
$75K - $90K *
Join a dynamic team as you support civil project management through planning, design, and execution. This role offers hands-on experience in engineering practices, ensuring compliance with industry st...
Reposted 6 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive the design and implementation of electrical systems for diverse projects, ensuring compliance with codes and safety standards while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-qua...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative electrical engineering solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, and inspect electrical systems, ensuring complian...
5 days ago
Civil Engineering Group Manager
$140K - $180K *
Lead and inspire a dynamic civil engineering team, overseeing site and land development projects across the Midwest. Drive project execution, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality results while fo...
1 week ago
Civil Engineering Group Manager
$140K - $180K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions while managing a dynamic team. Oversee project execution and mentor engineers to ensure high-quality results in land and site devel...
1 week ago
Civil Engineering Group Manager
$140K - $180K *
Lead and mentor a dynamic civil engineering team, overseeing project execution and ensuring high-quality design solutions for land and site development across the Midwest. Collaborate with multidiscip...
1 week ago
Civil Engineering Group Manager
$140K - $180K *
Drive impactful civil engineering solutions by leading project teams and managing site development initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality project execution while mentoring j...
1 week ago
Civil Engineering Group Manager
$140K - $180K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions while managing a dynamic team. Oversee project execution and mentor engineers to ensure high-quality results in land and site devel...
1 week ago
Civil Engineering Group Manager
$140K - $180K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic civil engineering team, driving innovative site and land development projects across the Midwest. You'll mentor engineers, ensure project excellence, and foste...
1 week ago
Civil Engineering Group Manager
$140K - $180K *
Join a team that's passionate about delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. Lead design and execution of diverse land development projects while mentoring engineers and ensuring high-qualit...
1 week ago
Civil Engineering Group Manager
$140K - $180K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions, overseeing project teams and ensuring high-quality execution of land and site development projects across the Midwest, while foste...
1 week ago
Civil Engineer Project Manager
$85K - $100K *
Drive innovative civil engineering designs for land development projects, ensuring compliance with regulations while leading a collaborative team. Manage project lifecycles, mentor junior engineers, a...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive safety and operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance process safety, optimize operations, and implement industry best practices that e...
Reposted 1 week ago
Associate Director, Process Engineering
$122K - $188K *
Shape the future of process engineering by leading transformative initiatives across diverse teams. Drive AI and technology integration while fostering collaboration to simplify workflows and enhance...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of water management through innovative SCADA system design and implementation. Leverage your expertise in industrial control systems and collaborate across discip...
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$110K - $130K *
Join us to lead the design and implementation of SCADA systems for diverse water projects. Leverage your expertise in PLC programming and industrial control systems while collaborating with multidisci...
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Sr Project Engineer, Team Lead-Mechanical
$137K - $215K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of mechanical engineering by leading innovative HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design projects. Utilize your expertise to drive complex solutions from concep...
4 weeks ago
Sr Project Engineer, Team Lead-Mechanical
$137K - $215K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of mechanical engineering in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection design. Lead diverse projects from concept to completion, ensuring technical excellence and innov...
4 weeks ago
Sr Project Engineer, Team Lead-Mechanical
$137K - $215K *
Unlock potential by leading mechanical design projects in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection. Utilize your expertise to guide teams, ensure project accuracy, and deliver innovative solutions from con...
4 weeks ago
Senior Lead Engineer Process (BLS)
$110K - $130K *
Transform your career by leading a dynamic team in designing innovative biotech processes. Drive compliance, optimize systems, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring project success from concept t...
1 week ago
Lead Mechanical Engineer (District Energy)
$112K - $154K *
Lead complex mechanical projects, driving innovative HVAC and energy solutions while mentoring junior engineers. Engage with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, efficient desi...
2 weeks ago
Senior Fire Protection Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to developing cutting-edge fire protection solutions for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate across disciplines and lead innovative designs that ensure safety, compli...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, leading multi-disciplinary projects and driving business development while ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction in a collaborative env...
2 weeks ago
What does an Assistant Director of Engineering do?
An Assistant Director of Engineering helps lead engineering operations and teams, supports department strategy, and coordinates projects, resources, budgets, quality, and communication with stakeholders. Duties vary by organization and industry.
What qualifications are common for Assistant Director, Engineering jobs?
Many employers seek a bachelor’s degree in engineering and substantial technical or project leadership experience. Some positions may prefer an advanced degree, professional engineering licensure, or industry-specific credentials.
How much do Assistant Director of Engineering jobs pay?
Pay varies based on location, industry, employer, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary information.
Where can Assistant Directors of Engineering work?
These professionals may work in fields including technology, manufacturing, construction, energy, infrastructure, and other industries with engineering teams and complex technical operations.
How can I find Assistant Director, Engineering jobs on Ladders?
Search Ladders for Assistant Director, Engineering openings, then review listings for compensation, responsibilities, location, and experience requirements to identify opportunities that fit your background.