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.
$80K - $95K *
Innovate by bridging abstract concepts with tangible machinery, generating diverse design ideas, and transforming them into executable projects while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure ali...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $143K *
Drive your career forward in embedded controller design, where you'll collaborate with a talented ASIC team, mastering System on Chip methodologies in a dynamic environment focused on innovation for a...
Reposted 1 week ago
$69K - $96K *
Develop innovative mechanical designs that meet customer specifications through collaboration with global teams, conducting testing, and ensuring documentation is complete for production readiness...
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Manufacturing Equipment Design Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Discover your potential as you enhance automated systems, ensuring production efficiency and quality. Collaborate across teams to design, troubleshoot, and maintain cutting-edge manufacturing equipmen...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing a dynamic team focused on product innovation, process optimization, and customer satisfaction. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of...
3 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Structures
$150K - $200K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on transforming innovative prototypes into production-ready mechanical designs for advanced ground launcher systems, ensuring high-quality perform...
2 weeks ago
Electrical Engineer, Design (NPG) B - 519024
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing electrical engineering solutions for nuclear projects. You'll plan, coordinate, and execute engineering tasks, ensuring compliance with industry standards whi...
Yesterday
Mechanical Design Engineer - Advanced Machine Systems
$83K - $114K *
Shape the future of advanced machine systems by designing innovative mechanical components and collaborating across teams to transform concepts into reliable manufacturing solutions. Drive prototype d...
Yesterday
$100K - $110K *
Transform manufacturing processes by optimizing performance, enhancing safety, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to elevate operational efficiency and prod...
2 weeks ago
$92K - $110K *
Transform your career by developing innovative IC package designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing solutions to meet diverse engineering requirements in a dynamic environment...
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (ACS Systems)
$110K - $130K *
Optimize the design and development of advanced attitude control systems for hypersonic vehicles. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure reliable performance and integration of critical ha...
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (ACS Systems)
$110K - $130K *
Transform aerospace design by leading the development of advanced attitude control systems, ensuring precision and reliability in high-performance hypersonic vehicles through innovative mechanical eng...
1 week ago
Sr Engineer - Mechanical Component
$95K - $115K *
Manage the design and development of Variable Geometry Systems, driving technical improvements and influencing strategy. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality and operational efficiency wh...
4 days ago
Sr Engineer - Mechanical Component
$95K - $115K *
Lead the design and development of innovative VG Systems, enhancing product quality and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical improvements and influence st...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive mission-critical sustainment activities to ensure efficient operation of US facilities, focusing on mechanical engineering, infrastructure maintenance, and project support to enhance mission suc...
Today
Electrical Engineer/Designer Team Lead - MEP
$95K - $115K *
Manage and lead a team of electrical designers, ensuring high-quality technical drawings and effective collaboration across disciplines. Drive departmental growth and technical expertise while deliver...
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$90K - $140K *
Innovate and manage electrical engineering for a major hydroelectric safety upgrade, overseeing subcontractors, ensuring compliance, and leading project execution across multiple facilities for optima...
Reposted 2 days ago
Manufacturing Design Engineer (MDE), Brittles
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by driving innovative mechanical manufacturing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver exceptional design solutions in a dynamic, hands-on enviro...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing hardware systems for critical operations. You'll design, develop, and implement solutions while supporting testing and project execution, ensuring high-qualit...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving growth and innovation by executing capital projects. You'll provide technical leadership across the project lifecycle, ensuring safe and efficient solutions that align with...
Today
Mechanical Engineer, Vehicle Integration & Product Design
$100K - $140K *
Drive innovation by designing vehicle-specific mechanical interfaces for autonomy systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and manufacturability while directly impacting techno...
3 weeks ago
Senior Engineer - Mechanical Engineering
$113K - $188K *
Partner with us to design and develop mechanical components for wind turbines, overseeing the entire product lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and innovation in mech...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $100K *
Contribute to the successful delivery of mechanical construction projects by supporting planning, procurement, scheduling, and compliance. Gain hands-on experience across all project phases while buil...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate your career by designing innovative electro-mechanical systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving projects from concept to mass production while ensuring compliance with i...
1 week ago
Senior Design Engineer - Interior Plastics
$95K - $115K *
Elevate product development by leading engineering activities, managing small-scale projects, and driving efficiency through innovative design solutions and collaboration with cross-functional teams...
3 weeks ago
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.