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 a multi-disciplinary team to design advanced laser systems for military applications. Manage complex projects, provide technical direction, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $130K *

Drive innovation by transforming concepts into market-ready products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate technologies, build prototypes, and streamline product development from idea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $180K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex software development initiatives, driving Agile sprint teams, and ensuring seamless integration of web services and databases to meet organizational goals while e...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to the full product development lifecycle by designing robust mechanical solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring manufacturability while tackling complex engineer...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Champion process engineering excellence by leading improvements, safety projects, and troubleshooting efforts, while managing capital projects and ensuring compliance with regulations to enhance facil...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead the design and standardization of materials management processes across the enterprise. Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment of physical material flow with ERP/WMS systems, while developing...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $145K *

Drive quality excellence by managing assurance programs, leading corrective actions, and collaborating with teams to enhance product reliability and compliance. Champion continuous improvement initiat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality excellence by managing assurance programs, leading corrective actions, and collaborating with teams to enhance product reliability and compliance. Shape strategic quality initiatives tha...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $211K *

Lead multi-discipline engineering teams to execute diverse water projects, ensuring quality and timeliness. Optimize budgets and schedules while mentoring staff and interfacing with clients for succes...

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

$80K - $95K *

Develop and maintain high-quality 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings, ensuring adherence to project standards. Collaborate with engineers and project managers to support multi-disciplinary layouts and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project outcomes by developing and maintaining 2D/3D models using AutoCAD and Revit. Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure high-quality, accurate designs while supporting B...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining design-build excellence by leading project coordination, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet cli...

Today

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

$110K - $165K *

Empower your career by leading design-build projects, ensuring seamless integration of design and construction phases while fostering collaboration among stakeholders to deliver exceptional outcomes t...

Today

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

$85K - $100K *

Empower the Cost Planning team by leading cost estimation and reduction initiatives for new technology projects, ensuring alignment between design and purchasing to meet investment targets and enhance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $200K *

Lead complex industrial projects in water and wastewater, driving design innovation and sustainability. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize solutions and guide project delivery from c...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $180K *

Build innovative electrical engineering solutions in a dynamic startup environment. Lead a talented team, drive complex projects, and collaborate across disciplines to shape cutting-edge technologies...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $230K *

Transform engineering design processes by leading the development of complex systems, enhancing product quality, and collaborating across teams to drive innovation and efficiency in manufacturing oper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $165K *

Manage and develop a skilled electrical engineering team to support multi-disciplinary project development in medical devices, ensuring resource allocation, mentoring, and compliance with industry sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of medical devices by managing a dynamic electrical engineering department, ensuring resource allocation, mentoring talent, and collaborating across disciplines t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Explore the intersection of design and science by crafting intuitive software for drug discovery. You'll lead projects from concept to execution, transforming complex molecular biology into user-frien...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$211K - $289K *

Join a dynamic team to manage end-to-end engineering programs, driving cloud storage solutions across major platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver strategic initiatives and lead cross-fun...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate within energetic manufacturing by leading systems engineering efforts. Drive design, development, and testing of solid propellant systems while collaborating across disciplines to ensure proj...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future by leading technical teams in innovative product launches and cost reduction projects, while fostering collaboration and growth through effective management and strategic planning...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $170K *

Champion quality assurance for a transformative infrastructure project, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance mobility and resiliency...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Drive the technical execution of innovative power conversion projects, managing cross-functional teams and ensuring successful product launches from architecture to manufacturing in a dynamic and coll...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.