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.
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Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovative mechanical design solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product lines and tackle complex challenges in a s...
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Sr. Engineer, Electrical, Operations
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Explore your potential as you lead the design and reliability of electrical power systems, ensuring safety and efficiency across industrial applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams...
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Lead a dynamic engineering team in delivering innovative process automation solutions for the water and wastewater sector, ensuring project success through technical expertise and effective management...
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Senior Machine Design Engineer
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Drive innovation in machine design by developing concepts, performing analyses, and guiding projects from inception to installation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturable, r...
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Mechanical Engineer - Forward Deployed
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Engage in hands-on mechanical engineering to deploy innovative systems in maritime environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and troubleshoot mechanical payloads, ensuring ope...
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Transform the future of mechanical design by creating innovative systems for diverse applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions that enhance functionality, saf...
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Mechanical Engineer - Forward Deployed
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Accelerate progress at the intersection of engineering and maritime operations, integrating mechanical systems into autonomous vessels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and enha...
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Sr. Electrical Engineer, Hardware Design
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Lead the charge in designing and testing spacecraft avionics systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful integration and performance in space environments while driving in...
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Sr Principal Electrical Design Engineer
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Optimize cutting-edge electrical design solutions for aerospace projects. Collaborate with a diverse engineering team to enhance military platform technology, ensuring impeccable quality and adherence...
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Champion engineering excellence by leading electrical projects that enhance plant operations, reliability, and safety. Collaborate with teams to drive improvements and ensure compliance with industry...
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Transform your career by leading electrical engineering projects that enhance safety, reliability, and performance. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions and drive improvements in a d...
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Pioneer innovative PCB designs for cutting-edge energy solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-quality layouts, ensuring optimal performance and manufacturability from concep...
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Lead the engineering management for power plant projects, ensuring design clarity and scope ownership. Drive technical reviews, manage change processes, and develop standardized specifications to enha...
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Transform advanced tool design and structural optimization by leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive excellence through mentorship, compliance, and collaboration, ensuring innovative solutions meet...
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Shape your career by leading complex commissioning projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and enhancing building performance through innovative controls and systems integration. Drive s...
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Lead innovative electrical design projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality building systems solutions from concept to completion...
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Senior Principal Mechanical Design Engineer (Onsite)
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Drive innovation by developing mechanical design solutions for military and advanced engine programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and meet delivery milestones while pr...
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Civil Design Engineer (Alternative Design)
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Elevate your career by leading multidisciplinary transportation engineering projects. Collaborate with a diverse team to deliver innovative designs and mentor emerging talent while ensuring quality an...
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Innovate your career by leading complex hardware engineering projects that support mission-critical operations. Drive integration, testing, and deployment of advanced infrastructure solutions across s...
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Champion complex hardware solutions in mission-critical environments. Lead integration, testing, and sustainment efforts while providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineers. Drive innovation...
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Drive innovation in high-tech product development, leading cross-functional teams to enhance energy efficiency and performance. Oversee projects from business case to commercialization, ensuring align...
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Lead the charge in electrical engineering design across diverse industrial projects. Oversee project management while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on solutions in renewable energy, oil ...
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Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading innovative projects across various industries, including renewable energy and heavy manufacturing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and ma...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical engineering by leading projects from design to construction. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high-quality delive...
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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.