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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$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project planning and cost control for renewable energy initiatives. Lead efforts in scheduling, compliance, and reporting to ensure project success from ince...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving supplier quality improvements in aerospace forgings. Collaborate with suppliers to implement quality plans, conduct audits, and ensure compliance, while leveraging your exp...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $232K *

Join a dynamic team to design, secure, and maintain resilient network architectures. Leverage your expertise in troubleshooting and project management while mentoring engineers to enhance operational...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing and building scalable software solutions, owning features from concept to deployment while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams to enhance payment pro...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $150K *

Engage with customers to drive design wins and sales revenue by leveraging technical expertise and business acumen. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities, provide support, and build s...

Maryland, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI solutions by deploying and integrating cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with customers and engineers to enhance system performance and drive innovatio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $193K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of security and technology by leading integration product management for enterprise security capabilities across multiple business units, ensuring streamlined a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $192K *

Shape the future of enterprise observability by leading architecture and innovation in monitoring systems. Drive standards for metrics, logs, and telemetry across diverse infrastructures, enhancing re...

RemoteRemote

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock innovative solutions by shaping the technical vision and architecture for clinical technology platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into secure, s...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving high-impact commercial data center projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among...

Quanah, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing high-impact commercial data center projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving opera...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise data integration by leading technical efforts, designing robust ETL/ELT pipelines, and ensuring data quality across complex systems. Drive excellence in data workflows and maintai...

Montgomery, ALRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $184K *

Drive user engagement by designing top-of-funnel experiences that convert leads into owners. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize acquisition flows and enhance user journeys through dat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Engage in comprehensive project management by overseeing MEP operations, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met throughout the construction process. Drive effic...

Lexington, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing diverse electrical projects across institutional, commercial, and industrial sectors, ensuring timely delivery within budget while collaborating with mult...

Longueuil, QCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of building design by leading electrical projects across various sectors. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions within budget and timelines, enhancing instit...

Quebec, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement diverse electrical projects across institutional, commercial, and industrial sectors, ensuring timely delivery within budget. Collaborate with professionals...

Montreal, QCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Join us to design and implement diverse electrical projects across institutional, commercial, and industrial sectors, ensuring timely delivery within budget while collaborating with a dynamic team of...

Laval, QCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at our organization by developing, enhancing, and supporting SAP applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions while ensuring efficient proce...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$192K - $251K *

Champion innovative design solutions as a Lead Product Designer, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing user experiences for Jira. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the future of w...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $155K *

Transform the mechanical estimating landscape by delivering precise cost estimates and commercial management for complex semiconductor projects, ensuring optimal vendor selection and effective change...

Seattle, WARemote

3 days ago

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

$118K - $180K *

Drive quality assurance excellence in heavy industrial construction projects, ensuring compliance and safety standards are met throughout all phases. Collaborate with contractors to enhance performanc...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating contractor efforts across multiple sites to meet performance obje...

West Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Join the Platform Engineering Team to design and implement innovative solutions across infrastructure, data, and security platforms, leveraging modern technologies to enhance efficiency and security i...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Innovate solutions as a Water Resources Engineer, tackling hydrologic and hydraulic challenges while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful renewable energy and infrastructure...

Minnesota, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.