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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$232K - $368K *

Partner with us to shape innovative production test solutions for complex networking systems. Collaborate across teams to align strategies, enhance capabilities, and drive efficiency in testing proces...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $145K *

Take ownership of advanced engineering design and analysis in gas power generation projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, quality, and efficiency while mentoring junio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform data engineering by leading enterprise-scale projects, optimizing data pipelines, and shaping governance policies. Collaborate with teams to enhance data platforms and drive strategic initia...

Springfield, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior electrical engineer, providing technical leadership in substation design and commissioning. Leverage your expertise to ensure project success through collaboration, ove...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing enterprise restaurant technology deployment projects, ensuring successful delivery through effective cross-functional collaboration and communication with stakeholders, whi...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$154K - $260K *

Join an innovative team to lead and evolve critical Core Infrastructure. Oversee infrastructure strategy, improve operational health, and drive automation to boost performance across a globally distri...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $270K *

Optimize the DSX OS portfolio by leading the development of a scoring platform that automates readiness tracking, enhances project onboarding, and ensures data integrity, driving open-source excellenc...

Santa Clara, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $195K *

Drive the implementation of the Radar Surveillance Replacement program by serving as a field engineer, ensuring successful installation and consultation at critical airport sites while collaborating w...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by engineering seamless data integrations between complex EHR systems and our innovative platform. Empower clinicians with actionable insights to enhance patient care and outcomes...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $265K *

Lead the charge in building a high-performing mobile engineering team, driving technical execution and culture. Oversee multi-persona mobile experiences, architecture, and release operations, shaping...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $224K *

Help us lead and develop a senior Cloud Engineering team focused on operational excellence, infrastructure stability, and impactful migration programs that drive growth and efficiency within our cloud...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data engineering capabilities by designing robust ETL/ELT workflows, ensuring data quality, and implementing scalable solutions on AWS and Kubernetes. Collaborate with teams to optimize perfor...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $125K *

Shape the future of user experience by leading UX design for data analytics products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive interfaces that enhance engineering workflows and driv...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and implementation of electrical systems for hyper-scale data centers, ensuring reliability and safety. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and mentor engineers while managi...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 month ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and implementation of electrical systems for hyper-scale data centers, ensuring reliability and compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and m...

Arlington, VARemote

1 month ago

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

$69K - $125K *

Join a team that's pivotal in supporting the FAA's new Air Traffic Control System. As an RSR Field Engineer, you'll oversee installations at critical airports, ensuring timely execution and high-quali...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $166K *

Inspire innovation by designing user-centric digital experiences for vehicle owners. Collaborate across teams to transform customer insights into intuitive designs, enhancing usability and accessibili...

Dearborn, MIRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of procurement by analyzing data, managing suppliers, and driving strategic sourcing initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain operations and achiev...

Greenlawn, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$179K - $224K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality member-facing systems. As an Engineering Manager, you'll lead a squad through the entire development lifecycle, ensuring accountability, quality...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions across a luxury property portfolio, ensuring optimal maintenance, compliance, and operational excellence. Lead teams, manage vendor relationships, and drive ca...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data centers by designing innovative HVAC systems. Leverage your expertise in mechanical engineering to deliver efficient, sustainable solutions for high-profi...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of high-voltage transmission projects. Provide technical leadership and guidance while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to ensure project excellence a...

Houston, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to optimize high-speed interconnect performance through SI/PI simulation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance design quality and resolve signal issues across various a...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$68K - $113K *

Lead project coordination efforts by ensuring effective communication and management of materials, schedules, and documentation. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes and enhance project effi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $215K *

Join a team that's redefining product design in healthcare. Lead and mentor a talented design team, shaping innovative solutions across hardware, software, and business processes while ensuring qualit...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.