Engineering Design Manager Jobs

Engineering Design Managers lead teams that turn concepts into reliable, practical products and systems. They connect design vision with engineering execution, guide multidisciplinary teams, and help organizations deliver solutions that meet customer needs, technical requirements, schedules, and budgets. Explore vetted Engineering Design Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does an Engineering Design Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and organization, but often include setting design direction, overseeing engineering design work, reviewing concepts and technical documentation, and coordinating with product, manufacturing, quality, and business teams. Managers also develop team capabilities, manage project priorities, address technical risks, and ensure designs satisfy performance, safety, cost, and regulatory requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a background in engineering or product design, experience leading technical teams, and the ability to guide projects from early concepts through validation or production. Useful strengths include systems thinking, design review, project and resource management, clear communication, and familiarity with relevant design tools, standards, and industry processes. Specific qualifications depend on the role and sector.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Engineering Design Managers work across sectors such as manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, consumer products, energy, medical technology, and construction. Depending on the company, related titles may include Design Engineering Manager, Mechanical Design Manager, Product Design Engineering Manager, or Director of Engineering Design. Browse openings to compare responsibilities, industries, and leadership scope.

Find Engineering Design Manager Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Engineering Design Manager jobs to find roles that align with your experience, technical expertise, and career goals. Review each listing for compensation details, required qualifications, location, and team responsibilities.

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$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering seamless customer implementations by managing complex projects from kickoff to go-live. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely execution, high-quality outcomes, and ex...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Structural Engineer, leading innovative design for hyperscale data centers. Leverage your expertise in concrete and steel structures to deliver impactful projects while...

Arlington, VARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $145K *

Lead clinical research projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines. Collaborate with teams and sponsors, manage study functions, and drive effective communication to achieve trial mil...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of software systems for autonomous aviation, managing architecture, integration, and performance across airborne, ground, and cloud environments to enhance operation and reliabili...

Mountain View, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$228K - $423K *

Lead the charge in advancing national cybersecurity initiatives, overseeing program execution and stakeholder engagement. Drive strategic objectives into actionable plans while ensuring technical perf...

Colorado Springs, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $177K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to shape product strategy, drive growth, and enhance customer value through data-driven insights and innovative solutions across the full product lif...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$56K - $114K *

Drive the development and support of applications and systems, ensuring quality and performance through coding, testing, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with teams to enhance software solutions and m...

Lansing, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Oversee the end-to-end implementation of advanced instrumentation and digital solutions, ensuring project milestones are met while coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality customer...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$203K - $280K *

Reimagine the future of manufacturing by leading a dynamic Applications Engineering team. Drive technical assessments, build customer relationships, and ensure seamless communication between clients a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining nuclear power engineering by designing innovative systems and leading projects that enhance plant operations and safety. Collaborate with clients and drive impactful modi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $180K *

Lead engineering projects in nuclear power systems design, focusing on modifications, analyses, and vendor evaluations. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $158K *

Manage the successful delivery of healthcare IT projects, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring compliance with standards while driving customer engagement and adoption across acute care environments...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $235K *

Lead and innovate in our modeling group, managing a team of engineers to develop next-gen technology while ensuring seamless integration with AI and existing systems; collaborate closely with stakehol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $160K *

Oversee mid to large scale construction projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams to manage operations, contracts, and safety, while maintaining high standards...

Rockford, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$176K - $243K *

Empower innovation by leading the design and delivery of AI/ML systems. Drive architectural decisions, optimize model development, and enhance system reliability while collaborating with cross-functio...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer interactions by serving as a key technical resource during sales cycles, bridging the gap between commercial and engineering teams to enhance the onboarding process and troubleshoot...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $161K *

Join a team that's driving complex program initiatives across cross-functional operations. Lead strategic projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes while managing risks and stakeholder e...

Mentor, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

Champion the development of healthcare marketing tools by guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving innovative features and optimizing user experiences to enhance HCP engag...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform engineering concepts into successful project implementations by collaborating with design teams and providing technical expertise on cooling systems for optimal project execution and custome...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform project outcomes by leading the estimating team, ensuring accurate cost assessments, and identifying value engineering opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver comprehensive p...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality and compliance for mechanical and electrical systems. Collaborate across teams to uphold standards, conduct inspections, and drive continuous improvement in mission...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower our team by integrating cutting-edge industrial automation solutions. This hands-on role involves collaborating with clients to enhance manufacturing processes through effective PLC integratio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of end-to-end product design, leveraging AI tools to innovate and iterate. Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to shape solutions that enha...

Ontario, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $195K *

Accelerate progress at digital modernization initiatives by leading human-centered product design. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance workflows, automate processes, and create AI-enabled experi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and building impactful backend services and APIs that enhance customer experiences across multiple products, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams in a dynamic...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Engineering Design Manager do?question toggle

    An Engineering Design Manager leads design and engineering teams, sets technical direction, coordinates with partner functions, and helps deliver products or systems that meet performance, cost, schedule, safety, and quality goals.

  • What qualifications are common for Engineering Design Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many roles ask for an engineering or design background, relevant industry experience, and a record of leading technical projects or teams. Requirements vary, and some positions may favor expertise in a specific discipline, software, or regulatory environment.

  • Which industries hire Engineering Design Managers?question toggle

    Hiring industries can include manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, consumer products, energy, medical technology, and construction, among others.

  • Are Engineering Design Manager jobs available with salaries of $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including Engineering Design Manager opportunities when available. Compensation and eligibility depend on the individual listing.

  • What related job titles should I search?question toggle

    Related titles may include Design Engineering Manager, Mechanical Design Manager, Product Design Engineering Manager, and Director of Engineering Design. Titles and responsibilities differ by employer.