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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of nuclear technology by leading the design of reactor vessels and pressure-boundary systems. Your expertise in ASME BPVC Section III will drive compliance and in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive multidisciplinary design coordination and governance for Facilities in the High-Speed Rail programme, ensuring alignment with operational, regulatory, and performance targets while leading a tea...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Design, optimize, and lead mechanical engineering projects in traction systems. Collaborate with global teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery commitments are met...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Serve as the Engineering Lead for complex multi-disciplinary projects, overseeing the full lifecycle from design to commissioning, ensuring safe and cost-effective delivery of utility-scale power gene...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$87K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing innovative mechanical components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product performance and quality while driving cost-effective solutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Develop impactful solutions by closely engaging with customers. Design, build, and iterate across the entire stack to address real-time challenges while fostering a collaborative and high-performance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Champion the design and delivery of complex PCB layouts for large-scale infrastructure hardware, collaborating with cross-functional teams to establish standards and ensure high performance and reliab...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Design innovative air distribution systems, manage project objectives, and ensure quality in mechanical engineering. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to enhance project delivery, optimize effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us to redefine operational excellence by owning end-to-end business mapping. You'll build essential infrastructure and tools that empower transformations, ensuring each deployment enhances our pl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join us to lead the design and delivery of innovative gas-to-nuclear projects. As a senior technical authority, you'll drive engineering decisions, manage risks, and ensure compliance across all proje...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in R&D by leading product development and mentoring engineers. This role emphasizes organizational growth, technical excellence, and collaboration to elevate engi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Optimize product development by leading engineering projects, managing schedules, costs, and specifications while collaborating with global teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance healthier...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering efforts for facility construction, installation, and commissioning. Drive compliance, oversee power distribution, and ensure safe operations while co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive electrical engineering excellence by leading facility construction, installation, and commissioning efforts. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, troubleshoot issues, and establish robus...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with teams to oversee project execution, ensuring design integrity and adherence to standards while providing technical support and managing project documentation for successful delivery...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to define and implement comprehensive test strategies for AI systems, ensuring reliability and scalability from silicon bring-up to production. Collaborate across domains to enhanc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $162K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading complex routing designs for electric and fluid systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance vehicle performance and drive advanced p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading complex mechanical systems projects across diverse sectors. Oversee project execution, mentor engineers, and drive innovative solutions while collaborating with multidis...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and implementation of electrical systems for projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver integrated solutions in power gen...

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

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovation in high-speed connector design, leading projects from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions for data storage and telecommuni...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Innovate with us as a Senior Product Design Engineer, leading the design of high-speed connectors and cable systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions for the d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform design processes by delivering high-quality CAD documentation and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success across various sectors...

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

$72K - $111K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs and enhance existing equipment while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage your expertise to solve complex challenges and contribute to impactful proj...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $111K *

Innovate mechanical designs and enhance production processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Leverage your expertise in Creo to tackle complex challenges and contribute to impactful p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes and equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product quality and yield improvements in a dynamic, continuous improv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.