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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Drive your career forward by owning structural design for cutting-edge autonomous aircraft. Collaborate closely with manufacturing and lead the design process from concept to first flight, ensuring in...
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Shape the future of autonomous aircraft by owning structural design from concept to first flight. Collaborate closely with manufacturing and lead analysis to ensure optimal performance and compliance...
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Senior Electrical Design Engineer
$140K - $170K *
Shape the future of innovative product design by leveraging your expertise in electrical engineering. Collaborate with a dynamic team to transform concepts into reliable, market-ready solutions while...
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$120K - $200K *
Engineer innovative solutions across the stack, enhancing user experience and scaling systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality product features using cutting-edge techn...
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Senior Composite Design Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of composite design by leading innovative projects, ensuring quality and efficiency in product development, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional airbor...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical design by leading complex projects, mentoring CAD professionals, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while utilizing advanced CAD tools...
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$120K - $145K *
Join us to lead the design of electrical and control systems for semiconductor equipment. You'll develop schematics, ensure compliance with safety standards, and drive engineering projects with a focu...
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Senior Electrical Engineer (Design), Facilities
$120K - $175K *
Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative electrical systems for diverse facilities and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, code-complian...
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$80K - $95K *
Join our team to design and develop innovative mechanical systems, ensuring project specifications are met. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create detailed drawings and support manufacturin...
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$85K - $100K *
Design and develop innovative filtration products, leading cross-functional teams to transform concepts into manufacturable solutions while ensuring performance, quality, and cost-effectiveness throug...
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$78K - $128K *
Optimize component designs to meet stringent functional and manufacturing standards, ensuring robustness and quality in engineering solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams and adheri...
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$130K - $141K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of airborne technologies by applying your advanced mechanical engineering expertise to develop high-performance solutions for military aircraft, ensuring mission...
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$130K - $141K *
Elevate airborne technology development by applying advanced mechanical engineering expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design high-performance solutions that enhance military aircra...
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$79K - $129K *
Lead innovative R&D projects in automotive systems, managing resources and timelines while driving continuous improvement and collaboration across teams to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure...
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Drive the mechanical design of innovative robots from concept to production. Collaborate across teams to enhance reliability, affordability, and performance while building and testing prototypes to en...
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$130K - $160K *
Transform business challenges into innovative solutions by leveraging AI and engineering expertise. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities, develop full-stack applications, and drive...
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$95K - $120K *
Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate and develop cutting-edge mechanical designs. Engage in hands-on prototyping and testing, leveraging your engineering expertise to bring transformative produ...
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Digital Design Engineer, SoC Chassis
$130K - $155K *
Drive the development of cutting-edge technology solutions, collaborating with engineers and researchers to design and optimize low-power hardware accelerators and custom silicon for next-gen devices...
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Digital Design Engineer, SoC Chassis
$150K - $180K *
Transform the future of technology by designing advanced hardware solutions. Collaborate with engineers and researchers to create low-power accelerators and innovative silicon, driving the next genera...
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Digital Design Engineer, SoC Chassis
$138K - $165K *
Design and optimize advanced hardware solutions, collaborating with engineers to enhance performance and power efficiency in cutting-edge technology applications. Drive micro-architecture and RTL desi...
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Digital Design Engineer, SoC Chassis
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of technology by developing advanced hardware solutions, collaborating with engineers and researchers to optimize low-power accelerators and SoCs for innovative devices, ensuring perf...
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$100K - $170K *
Design and implement complex front-end ASIC solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful integration, validation, and tape-outs while driving innovation in digital logic d...
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$75K - $95K *
Engineer innovative mechanical designs that enhance user experiences. Collaborate with engineers to create detailed drawings and construction documents, ensuring safety and functionality in healthcare...
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Project Engineer, Senior - Mechanical design
$95K - $115K *
Transform mechanical design processes by leading the development of innovative systems and modifications for enhanced safety and performance in drilling operations, collaborating across disciplines to...
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Mechanical Design and Manufacturing Engineer
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Transform the future of aerospace by leading the design and manufacturing of groundbreaking thermal protection systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance, optimi...
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What does a design engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Design engineers can progress to senior or lead roles, specialize in areas such as product development or systems design, or pursue engineering management.