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 *

Pioneer innovative solutions in product safety and security engineering, leading teams to enhance safety standards and regulatory compliance while driving strategic initiatives across all production p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of commercial strategy development, driving growth through market research, customer acquisition, and cross-team collaboration. Shape stakeholder partnerships and...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $120K *

Lead the charge in implementing lean manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality across facilities. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and optimize processes to support w...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K *

Manage complex environmental compliance projects, guiding clients through permitting and regulatory challenges while ensuring adherence to multi-media regulations and fostering sustainable practices a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K *

Lead transformative environmental projects, managing multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, client satisfaction, and innovative solutions. Drive business development and foster strong client re...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K *

Elevate your career by leading complex environmental projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and driving client relationships. Shape innovative strategies for funding and redevelopment while foste...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of automation by leading complex electrical design projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions in industrial automation, ensuring high perfor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $190K *

Support the development of a high-performing industrial engineering team, optimizing operations and workflows to enhance efficiency and throughput. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $125K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$111K - $125K *

Elevate your career by leading impactful engineering projects, ensuring quality and budget adherence while leveraging advanced AI tools. Collaborate with a dynamic team to shape sustainable built envi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Lead the strategic planning and delivery of large-scale municipal infrastructure programs, ensuring project alignment with organizational goals, regulatory standards, and budgetary constraints while m...

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

$120K - $140K *

Optimize infrastructure impact by leading large-scale municipal projects. Oversee strategic planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement to ensure timely delivery and compliance with standards, whi...

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development and launch of a new gas strut product line, optimizing manufacturing processes and collaborating across teams to ensure quality and efficiency in production. Drive technical exper...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $143K *

Lead the mechanical development of mobile robotic platforms from concept to production, ensuring design optimization, manufacturing readiness, and quality improvements through collaboration with cross...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and development of critical flight vehicle structures, focusing on high-temperature components and thermal protection systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure perfo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing critical flight vehicle structures for hypersonic systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration and performance under extreme condition...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $92K *

Drive continual improvement initiatives by supporting quality control and assurance processes in a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive software engineering excellence by leading a team focused on disciplined practices, agile workflows, and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with industry standards while fostering collabo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$163K - $273K *

Lead a dynamic Product Engineering team to enhance product quality and yield. Drive results through effective communication and collaboration across functions, ensuring customer satisfaction and conti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive technical product marketing efforts by leveraging your mechanical engineering expertise to create compelling narratives, sales enablement materials, and customer onboarding content, while collab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading embedded software for sensors. Drive technical excellence, manage a talented engineering team, and ensure reliable deployment in real-world conditions whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $110K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Transform project execution by leading multimillion-dollar automated storage solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and customer satisfaction a...

Romeoville, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.