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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$68K - $131K *

Unlock potential by driving cost modeling and analysis in manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance forecasting methods, assess financial impacts, and support cost reduction in...

Connecticut, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $157K *

Transform the Naval Enterprise Network through Model-Based Systems Engineering, utilizing SysML and CSM tools to develop and manage system models, requirements, and designs while collaborating with st...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $125K *

Drive success by managing the full subcontract lifecycle, ensuring compliance and collaboration with project teams to support federal, state, and local contracts in a dynamic environment...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $150K *

Empower construction teams by optimizing financial workflows and technology solutions. Serve as a subject matter expert in cost management, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance project cost cont...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $235K *

Help us drive innovation in electrical engineering for data center projects, leading complex design, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate across functions to o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $172K *

Join our expanding Sales Engineering team to provide technical expertise and support during customer evaluations, ensuring successful adoption of our solutions while driving revenue growth through con...

Denver, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by rapidly transforming customer insights into innovative prototypes. Collaborate with a dynamic team to build scalable products from scratch, leveraging AI tools and existing platfor...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and deploying GenAI applications that drive innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex business challenges using cutting-edge AI technologies...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $240K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you build full-stack applications for federal partners, focusing on user experience, security, and seamless integrations. Collaborate with engineers and product teams to...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $197K *

Innovate your career by developing cutting-edge computer vision and machine learning solutions for autonomous vehicle perception systems, enhancing object recognition and safety features in a dynamic...

Boston, MARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project management across all phases, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while mentoring fellow Project Managers for continu...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on driving sales growth in the plastics industry. Utilize your technical expertise and sales experience to foster customer partnerships and deliver tailored solutions across...

South Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $190K *

Accelerate your career by validating and testing complex satellite communications systems for the U.S. Marine Corps. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance and mission su...

Carlsbad, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$204K - $229K *

Empower a dynamic consulting team by driving growth strategies, securing projects, and fostering client relationships. Lead initiatives in civic innovation and mobility while mentoring talent and enha...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$185K - $240K *

Unlock the potential of AI solutions for U.S. Government clients by leading technical engagements, translating complex challenges into actionable strategies, and delivering impactful demonstrations th...

Reston, VARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Drive your career with impactful substation design projects, collaborating on utility systems from 12 kV to 500 kV. Leverage your expertise to enhance grid modernization and renewable energy integrati...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower semiconductor innovation by providing technical expertise and solutions that enhance product development and integration, ensuring customer success through collaborative application developmen...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $175K *

Elevate your career by managing innovative IT projects, leading Agile teams, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance system solutions. Drive client satisfaction through effective project delive...

Mclean, VARemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $175K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative technology solutions by managing Agile projects, guiding teams through the full development lifecycle, and ensuring high client satisfaction through effective...

Mclean, VARemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower startups to achieve rapid compliance with Vanta's AI-driven solutions. As a Staff Product Designer, you'll shape the customer experience from onboarding to activation, driving product strategy...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $170K *

Analyze and develop precise electrical cost estimates for large-scale data center projects, ensuring accurate planning and commercial guidance throughout the project lifecycle while collaborating with...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$205K - $231K *

Drive your career with impactful security initiatives that enhance product safety and foster responsible AI development. Collaborate across teams to elevate security practices and implement robust gua...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by optimizing product performance and driving growth in instrumentation solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance offerings and support strategic initiatives in the upstream...

Oklahoma, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $133K *

Unlock the potential of global clinical trials by leading feasibility projects, analyzing data, and developing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver insights and drive operati...

Durham, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $88K *

Accelerate project success by managing customer implementations from start to finish. Drive solution definition, resource allocation, and risk management while ensuring client satisfaction and team co...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.