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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of advanced satellite platforms, optimizing system architectures for performance, reliability, and cost. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate mission requirement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform engineering excellence by leading a multi-discipline team to deliver innovative designs for modular fabrication projects in fast-paced data center and life sciences markets, ensuring quality...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform the Engineering Department by leading a dedicated team to enhance facility operations, ensuring safety and guest satisfaction while driving continuous improvement and managing budgets effect...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Engineering Manager, leading technical excellence and team growth. Drive engineering standards, mentor talent, and ensure high-quality delivery while aligning with busi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by directing projects and ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Utilize best practices to deliver innovative solutions and manage resources effectivel...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform the building engineering landscape by leading a multidisciplinary team, driving strategic growth, and delivering innovative solutions for high-profile projects in Boston's dynamic market...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to design and enhance skid loader and excavator attachments. Leverage your mechanical design expertise to create 3D models and engineering documentation while collaborating across...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $129K *

Shape the future of power distribution by designing innovative low and medium voltage solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver custom engineering projects that meet client needs a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $129K *

Help us deliver innovative mechanical solutions for power distribution systems. Join our Modernization Team to design, evaluate, and implement custom engineering projects that enhance customer success...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by developing and managing engineering content for fastening solutions. Collaborate with global teams to deliver insights, support education, and drive market adoption in structu...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $160K *

Empower innovation in logistics! Lead engineering projects to design advanced sortation and transportation systems, driving process efficiency and high-quality solutions globally...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$115K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining modular construction; lead design efforts, ensuring seamless transitions from drawings to fabrication while guiding a dynamic team through innovative projects that impact...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $150K *

Lead the charge in executing design visions through effective patternmaking and team management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and fit standards while mentoring Technical D...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $150K *

Elevate your career with a dynamic role overseeing technical design and patternmaking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute design vision, manage workflows, and ensure quality standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $105K *

Build innovative mechanical systems for drilling tools. Lead design efforts by applying engineering principles to enhance safety and performance while collaborating across teams to meet market needs a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in structural lift design, equipment selection, and technical guidance, mentoring junior staff while overseeing complex rigging projects to ensure safety and efficiency in construction...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you guide the design of HVAC and plumbing systems for advanced facilities. Collaborate with teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions while managing p...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by designing and building complex semiconductor fabrication systems, ensuring rapid prototyping and collaboration across disciplines to meet production needs effectively. Bring your c...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform manufacturing excellence by leading process optimization initiatives, mentoring engineers, and ensuring operational efficiency in automotive production while driving innovation and cross-fun...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $260K *

Lead the charge in developing embedded firmware for innovative printers, ensuring quality and performance across a growing platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable solutio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$106K - $142K *

Drive cross-functional NPI programs that transform market needs into production-ready semiconductor equipment. Lead teams through product definition, engineering, and validation, ensuring alignment an...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $185K *

Transform the future of mechanical engineering by leading MEP practice expansion, managing client relationships, and delivering innovative building systems solutions for complex infrastructure project...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $185K *

Advance your career by leading mechanical engineering for complex infrastructure projects. Drive client development and practice expansion while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$132K - $170K *

Partner with us to lead a vital manufacturing operation, championing continuous improvement and operational excellence while developing future leaders and strategies that drive business success and te...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.