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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$80K - $95K *

Optimize CNC machining processes by driving efficiency, improving scheduling, and enhancing tool management practices. Become a key player in sustaining continuous improvement, lean initiatives, and r...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and integration of complex transmission and drive unit components, ensuring performance, safety, and manufacturability while collaborating across teams to deliver robust engineering so...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading the design of complex transmission and drive unit components. Collaborate across teams to ensure performance, safety, and manufacturability from concept to launch, drivi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of solar energy by providing technical support during project engineering and construction phases. Collaborate with utilities, vendors, and clients while ensuring...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing advanced microelectronic circuits and systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize performance and ensure successful product development...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $107K *

Drive product excellence by leading engineering initiatives, performing advanced analyses, and supporting cross-functional teams to resolve complex challenges while enhancing quality and reliability o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the technical direction of engineering projects, ensuring client satisfaction and effective team performance while managing budgets, schedules, and multi-discipline coordination under minimal sup...

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

$81K - $151K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative hardware solutions for industrial applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop next-gen sensing technologies, ensuring product quality and re...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $196K *

Shape the future of military infrastructure by providing expert electrical engineering support for a high-profile campus project, ensuring reliable power distribution and system integration for modern...

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead innovative engineering solutions for gas infrastructure projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement gas distribution and transmission systems while ensuring compli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of innovative engineering projects, delivering solutions for gas infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, oversee, and support gas distribution and transmissio...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $87K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of structural engineering through innovative design and collaboration. Gain hands-on experience while working on diverse projects with seasoned professionals in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$68K - $93K *

Join a dynamic team to support the design and development of precision machine systems, enhancing your skills in mechanical design, prototyping, and system integration while collaborating with experie...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $176K *

Lead the charge in transforming aerospace and automotive manufacturing through advanced Additive Manufacturing. Drive equipment reliability and optimize production processes while mentoring teams and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $176K *

Explore your potential as you drive the transition of advanced Additive Manufacturing equipment into high-volume production. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, troubleshoot issues, and est...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse civil/site projects, from feasibility to design. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and innovation in land development, stormwater management, and utility...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Transform mechanical systems by applying engineering expertise to develop innovative, code-compliant designs. Collaborate with clients and teams to solve technical challenges and enhance building perf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $150K *

Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to design and develop innovative hardware for space nuclear systems, ensuring integration and performance across missions to the Moon and Mars. Drive requirem...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $126K *

Engineer innovative composite structures and pressure vessels, collaborating with customers and teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Drive design excellence and manage technical risks while mentor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower the evolution of advanced marine electrical systems, driving innovation from concept to deployment across power, propulsion, energy management, and more, ensuring performance and compliance in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative electronic test systems for semiconductor devices. Collaborate across teams to design, validate, and ensure robust performance while driving quality and reliability in complex prod...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping sustainable drainage solutions through innovative modeling and design. Lead projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and enhance system performance in a dynamic environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading power systems engineering for transmission protection. Drive compliance, enhance reliability, and guide teams in innovative solutions to shape the future of energy with adv...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing engineering support for gas turbine engines, ensuring technical documentation and logistics meet Navy standards while collaborating on project reviews and reports to enhan...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $196K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of digital engineering for defense systems. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to develop automated workflows and data pipelines, ensuring seamless integra...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.