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.
Layout Designer / Layout Engineer
$70K - $100K *
Design and deliver innovative layout solutions for semiconductor facilities, enhancing process efficiency and safety. Collaborate with senior staff to develop compliant, constructible layouts that mee...
2 days ago
Layout Designer / Layout Engineer
$70K - $100K *
Engage in innovative layout design for semiconductor facilities, collaborating with senior engineers to create efficient, compliant solutions that enhance safety and quality. Develop your technical sk...
2 days ago
Staff R&D Engineer - Technical Project Lead
$105K - $195K *
Drive innovative Data Solutions for liquid-cooling product development, leading technical architecture and cross-disciplinary integration. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, validation, and...
3 days ago
Electric Motor Design Engineer
$90K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge UAV propulsion motors through advanced electromagnetic design and simulation, ensuring high performance and reliability in real-world flight conditions...
1 week ago
Manager Engineering & Design Management
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer engineering excellence by leading site operations, ensuring safety, reliability, and efficiency in a mission-critical environment. Drive startup, commissioning, and sustaining engineering init...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Optimize power integrity methodologies for high-performance PCB and ASIC designs, ensuring robust delivery for high-current applications while collaborating across teams to define architectures and ad...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Intermediate Structural Engineer (P.Eng.)
$80K - $95K *
Transform your career as an Intermediate Structural Engineer, owning projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with diverse teams and mentor junior engineers while delivering innovative desig...
Today
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of product design by creating intuitive user experiences that simplify complex workflows and enhance human-agent collaboration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish a...
1 week ago
Electrical Engineer - Central Maintenance
$80K - $95K *
Empower plant operations by providing expert electrical engineering support in high-voltage systems, ensuring safety and reliability across power distribution while leading innovative projects and enh...
Reposted 3 days ago
Engineering Candidate/Engineer - Land Development
$67K - $110K *
Drive innovative land development projects by collaborating on design, planning, and implementation. Engage with clients and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment to enhance your engineering...
1 week ago
Product Development Electrical Engineer I (Onsite)
$57K - $108K *
Optimize product development by leading cross-functional teams to enhance PCB and CCA designs, ensuring manufacturability and quality throughout the production lifecycle while meeting project timeline...
1 week ago
$110K - $160K *
Transform advanced semiconductor facilities by leading electrical design projects, ensuring compliance and innovation. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver high-quality solutions that se...
Yesterday
$110K - $160K *
Transform advanced semiconductor facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance and innovation, utilizing cutting-edge AI tools to enhan...
Yesterday
$98K - $168K *
Advance your career by leading the technical architecture and integration of innovative avionics display systems, ensuring safety and compliance throughout the full lifecycle of aerospace subsystems...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Lead Project Engineer - Aerospace
$112K - $155K *
Lead and mentor engineering teams in developing hydraulic actuation devices for aerospace applications. Drive project objectives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver innovative soluti...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Engineer - EPG Product Development
$95K - $115K *
Drive innovative engineering solutions by translating customer requirements into scalable designs. Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders to enhance product offerings and ensure compliance, while...
Yesterday
Project Engineer (Advanced Manufacturing)
$50K - $140K *
Unlock potential by leading technical aspects of projects, coordinating with clients and teams to ensure quality and efficiency. Drive project success through planning, scheduling, and resource manage...
1 week ago
$84K - $146K *
Create innovative electronic hardware solutions by designing, testing, and collaborating across disciplines to enhance product performance and manufacturability, while providing technical guidance and...
1 week ago
Mechanical Design Engineer - Drill Bits
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing drill bit performance through innovative design and collaboration. You'll develop production-ready designs, evaluate product performance, and work cross-funct...
1 week ago
Mechanical Engineer III - Design
$97K - $139K *
Join a team that's pioneering advanced engineering solutions, focusing on design, analysis, and manufacturing processes for cutting-edge aerospace systems. Collaborate with experts to innovate and opt...
Yesterday
Engineer-in-Training (EIT)- Aviation Services Group
$72K - $105K *
Elevate your career by joining our Aviation Services Group, where you'll support experienced engineers in civil design and construction inspection, focusing on airport infrastructure projects and coll...
Reposted today
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by driving innovative electrical designs, optimizing systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance from concept to manufacturing, while ensurin...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Champion the design and management of electrical systems for water projects, overseeing junior staff while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in power distribut...
3 days ago
$104K - $147K *
Join a team that's committed to innovative mechanical design and engineering. Collaborate on large-scale projects, ensuring quality and safety in developing industrial equipment while enhancing your s...
Reposted 6 days ago
$69K - $107K *
Join a team that's dedicated to designing and managing large-scale industrial equipment. Collaborate with engineers and internal teams to ensure safe, efficient project execution while developing comp...
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.