Explore Design Engineer Jobs

Design engineers turn ideas into practical products, components, and systems. They combine creative problem-solving with engineering principles to develop designs that meet performance, safety, cost, and manufacturing requirements. Explore vetted Design Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Design Engineer Do?

Design engineers translate concepts and customer needs into detailed designs. Depending on the industry, they may create 3D models and technical drawings, select materials, evaluate prototypes, run simulations, and work with manufacturing teams to improve production readiness. They also document design decisions and help ensure products meet applicable standards.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for a degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or another relevant engineering discipline, along with experience in a specialized field. Helpful capabilities may include CAD and product lifecycle management (PLM) software, prototyping, testing, design for manufacturability, materials knowledge, and clear communication. Requirements vary by role and industry.

Industries and Career Paths

Design engineers work across industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products, medical devices, industrial equipment, and electronics. With experience, they may advance into senior or lead design engineering roles, specialize in areas such as systems or product development, or move into engineering management.

Find Design Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Design Engineer openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities, including positions paying $100,000 or more. Compare roles by location, experience level, and specialization, then explore opportunities that align with your expertise and career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Engage in strategic leadership for Engineered Solutions, driving customer satisfaction and financial growth. Oversee pipeline development and execution, ensuring compliance with technical specificatio...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading hardware integration projects from prototype to deployment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product viability in real-world environments while managing ri...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$118K - $162K *

Shape the future of energy infrastructure by architecting and developing innovative mechanical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into scalable solutions, ens...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Champion the growth of a self-directed engineering team, shaping processes, technical direction, and compliance in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Balance hands-on coding with leadership to drive...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $173K *

Drive impactful nuclear and commercial energy projects as a Senior Electrical Engineer, leading the design and implementation of complex electrical systems while ensuring engineering excellence and re...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $145K *

Innovate data solutions by building and maintaining robust pipelines that empower critical processes. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to enhance data reliability and efficiency in a high-t...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $154K *

Engineer innovative Electronic Security Systems solutions for diverse clients, guiding projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with specifications and delive...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Drive optimization solutions for workforce planning in a large-scale contact center. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement advanced algorithms that enhance scheduling, staff...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $130K *

Optimize marketing workflows by building AI agents and automated systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance CRM and lifecycle automation, focusing on performance marketing and organic growth through i...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform high-speed optical communication systems by developing and optimizing forward error correction (FEC) algorithms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and ensure eff...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance the future of high-speed optical communication by designing and optimizing forward error correction (FEC) algorithms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Partner with us to tackle complex engineering challenges, leveraging deep expertise in TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS. Collaborate closely with our VP of Engineering to innovate and deliver impactful p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Drive the pre-execution contract lifecycle for pharmacy and medical benefits, ensuring clear agreements and timely completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contracting processes...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead innovative plumbing design for hyperscale data centers, ensuring high-quality solutions and collaboration with stakeholders. Drive project success through technical expertise and effective commun...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as you design and enhance cutting-edge cloud solutions for diverse web and mobile platforms. Collaborate across teams to translate product vision into robust software while drivi...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $115K *

Shape user-centric digital experiences by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design intuitive products that enhance participant engagement and operational workflows. Drive design from concep...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $129K *

Elevate your career by applying your expertise in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to design and optimize nuclear power plant systems. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while driv...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Join us in transforming digital services for Veterans. As a Senior Designer, you'll lead user experience initiatives, conduct research, and shape information architecture for a large digital portal, e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $185K *

Grow your career with us by leading complex electrical power solutions projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for mission-critical facilities, ensuring projects meet...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

Contribute to the development and integration of mission-critical systems, applying systems engineering principles to ensure high reliability and security. Collaborate across teams to support the enti...

Pittsfield, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's engineering advanced nuclear components to meet industry standards. You'll perform design and stress analyses, ensuring compliance with ASME codes while mentoring junior engineers a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $181K *

Create impactful technical solutions in military electrification projects. Collaborate with defense clients and provide expertise throughout the proposal process, ensuring compliance and mission effec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead electrical controls projects, optimizing production processes and enhancing safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while managi...

Alberta, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $108K *

Innovate high-performance AI network fabrics for accelerated computing. Engage with clients to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring optimal configurations for GPU clusters and data-center infrastructu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading materials management for a Nuclear Development project. Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and vendors to ensure effective planning and execution, driving project s...

Richland, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a design engineer do?question toggle

    A design engineer develops and refines products, components, or systems, using engineering analysis and design tools to meet technical, safety, cost, and manufacturing requirements.

  • What qualifications do design engineers typically need?question toggle

    Many roles require a bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline relevant to the work. Employers may also seek experience with CAD software, prototyping, testing, materials, and design for manufacturability; specific requirements vary.

  • Which industries hire design engineers?question toggle

    Design engineers work in fields including aerospace, automotive, consumer products, medical devices, electronics, and industrial equipment.

  • How can I find Design Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Design Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and filter for roles that fit your skills and career goals.

  • What career paths are available for design engineers?question toggle

    Design engineers can progress to senior or lead roles, specialize in areas such as product development or systems design, or pursue engineering management.