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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the technical health of a claims platform by enhancing applications, ensuring system stability, and bridging engineering with business needs. This hybrid role combines hands-on development with s...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of simulation software by developing robust frameworks that enhance testing for safety-critical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve architecture and mentor pee...

Mountain View, CARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of scalable web applications. Shape front-end architecture, enhance user experience, and collaborate with teams to deliver impactful features that drive per...

Ontario, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $260K *

Transform aircraft capabilities by integrating weapons and payloads. Collaborate with design teams to create innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with military standards while supporting testing...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by providing expert consulting on gas pipelines and FERC regulations. Lead client engagements, manage deliverables, and drive business development while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $180K *

Lead the charge in advanced piping engineering, providing technical direction and oversight for complex projects. Ensure compliance with industry codes while delivering high-quality solutions and fost...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to lead the Virtual Design and Construction team, driving BIM strategies and enhancing construction technology. Oversee departmental initiatives, mentor staff, and collaborate across f...

Sanford, FLRemote

3 days ago

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

$82K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze bids, create cost plans, and optimize project budgets. Leverage your expertise in electrical estimating to enhance client value and foster strong relationships across di...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Empower revenue growth by leveraging technical expertise and commercial acumen. Drive sales of carbon services, identify customer needs, and close opportunities to deliver value while collaborating wi...

Darlington, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $215K *

Lead the charge in shaping Azure DevOps practices and architecture while mentoring a talented team. Oversee technical delivery, ensure compliance, and drive innovation within a dynamic, multi-country...

RemoteRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by bridging RF cyber-research and software implementation. Lead multidisciplinary teams to define system architectures and convert findings into actionable solutions for cutting-ed...

Ontario, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by managing clinical trial project setups and amendments. Collaborate with teams to ensure client requirements are met, while serving as a subject matter expert to enhance process eff...

Johnson City, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's designing the next-gen routing platform for enterprise contact centers. You'll develop scalable backend services for real-time interaction distribution, collaborating across teams t...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Build innovative routing engines for enterprise-scale contact centers, optimizing real-time distribution of interactions across various channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance per...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Deliver innovative routing solutions for enterprise-scale contact centers. Design and build a robust routing engine that intelligently distributes interactions across various channels, ensuring high a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing a cutting-edge routing engine for enterprise-scale contact centers, ensuring real-time distribution of interactions across various channels while optimizing...

Ottawa, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower enterprise-scale contact centers by designing and developing a cutting-edge routing engine. Collaborate across teams to ensure intelligent distribution of interactions, optimizing for performa...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining contact center technology by designing and building a cutting-edge routing engine. You'll develop scalable backend services for real-time interaction distribution, collab...

Vancouver, BCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate the future of enterprise contact centers by designing a robust routing engine that intelligently distributes interactions across various channels, ensuring high performance and scalability in...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer the future of contact center technology by developing a robust routing engine that intelligently distributes interactions across various channels, ensuring high availability and performance i...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and development of a cutting-edge routing engine for enterprise contact centers, ensuring real-time distribution of interactions across various channels while collaborating with cross...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's designing and building a cutting-edge routing platform for enterprise contact centers. Develop scalable backend services for real-time interaction distribution, ensuring high availa...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the development of a cutting-edge routing engine for enterprise contact centers, ensuring real-time distribution of interactions across various channels. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

Montreal, QCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $145K *

Shape your career as a Data Engineer, transforming raw data into impactful systems. Collaborate with stakeholders, optimize data architecture, and drive efficiency through automation while managing co...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$139K - $174K *

Lead structural design for complex projects, focusing on data centers and industrial facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior engine...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.