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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$105K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading commissioning activities for complex projects, ensuring technical scope delivery and quality standards. Collaborate with project teams and clients to drive successful imple...

Stillwater, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join us to empower our tech organization by building and maintaining essential agentic tooling infrastructure, ensuring reliability and ease of adoption across teams while driving innovation and colla...

Union, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $125K *

Shape compliance strategies across hardware and biotech sectors, ensuring products meet global regulatory standards and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and main...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $152K *

Champion the execution of complex nuclear projects, providing technical leadership and supervision for PWR and BWR reactor maintenance. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, quality, and customer s...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing seamless integration solutions using Boomi and Intapp. Collaborate with project teams to design, optimize, and deliver effective results, while ensuring data security and...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by supporting cutting-edge semiconductor processes. As a senior technical expert, you'll deliver critical installation, maintenance, and customer training, ensuring optimal system...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform customer experience by delivering expert support in high volume semiconductor manufacturing. Lead installations, maintenance, and technical training to ensure optimal performance and reliabi...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $204K *

Lead the charge in data analytics innovation, leveraging machine learning and Python to enhance decision-making and optimize engineering processes. Collaborate with teams to drive impactful solutions...

Connecticut, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering expert engineering solutions while managing projects safely and efficiently. Leverage your technical expertise to mentor others and drive innovation in gener...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $166K *

Champion project execution and risk management in complex energy infrastructure, driving operational efficiency and digital innovation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance projec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate our software engineering capabilities by designing and building modern, cloud-native data pipelines. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless project delivery and advocate for best pr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $265K *

Engineer cutting-edge mixed-signal designs, driving innovation in high-speed interfaces and analog circuits. Collaborate with a diverse team to impact next-gen technologies across various industries...

Toronto, ONRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $125K *

Shape the future of aluminum plate solutions by leading cross-functional teams to drive strategy and execution. This remote role requires significant travel to build partnerships and optimize processe...

Southfield, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $174K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical authority in packaging manufacturing technologies. Drive global strategies, enhance operational efficiency, and lead innovation initiatives to support diverse busine...

Wayzata, MNRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Shape multi-year commodity strategies for electrical equipment, ensuring robust supplier negotiations and capacity management. Collaborate with engineering to optimize designs and mitigate risks throu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Champion innovative solutions as a System Engineer, driving client success through technology implementation and project management. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time and enhance clie...

Tampa, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Analyze customer needs and advance technical solutions in cybersecurity, collaborating with sales and product teams to deliver impactful presentations and proposals while ensuring seamless product int...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Transform battery design through advanced structural analysis and optimization. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure quality and efficiency in product development while meeting deadlines and e...

Warren, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $105K *

Empower the brand's visual identity by creating impactful designs across digital and print channels. Lead projects from conception to execution, ensuring quality and alignment with brand strategy whil...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$125K - $187K *

Transform the future of quantum computing by designing and implementing advanced FPGA systems that connect hardware and software, driving impactful projects in a collaborative environment...

Connecticut, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $208K *

Transform supplier engagement strategies to enhance performance and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive initiatives and improvements within the supply chain, ensuring alignme...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale automation projects, guiding teams through all phases with a focus on customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and financial management in a collaborative environment...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $148K *

Drive technical solutions by collaborating with sales teams and customers to enhance industrial communications products. Develop sales strategies, manage customer relationships, and ensure compliance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $145K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales growth across multiple states. Leverage technical expertise to provide solutions, mentor teams, and develop strategic plans that enhance market share a...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by partnering with leaders to develop innovative solutions, guide engineering best practices, and ensure high-quality infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to achieve technical...

Mclean, VARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.