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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$100K - $120K *

Transform vessel management by leading maintenance strategies, coordinating inspections, and driving compliance for optimal performance in a dynamic marine engineering environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the Chassis Engineering Design team to innovate and enhance vehicle systems, ensuring robust, cost-effective designs that meet regulatory standards while supporting production and future program...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $112K *

Transform your career by leading electromechanical assembly initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions, and applying lean manufacturing principles. Collaborate across teams while driving innovation and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing assembly processes and equipment design. As a senior technical authority, you'll lead complex projects, mentor engineers, and drive continuous improvement in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Lead and innovate mechanical engineering design across diverse projects, ensuring quality and efficiency in a collaborative environment while supporting team growth and client engagement through exper...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage in innovative process design engineering for life sciences projects, leading feasibility studies to construction. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming concepts into high-quality product designs, collaborating with sales and manufacturing to ensure customer needs are met while utilizing advanced engineerin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of beverage technology by leading design, development, and testing of innovative equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on designing and developing innovative beverage equipment. Lead projects from concept to production, utilizing advanced technologies and collaborating acro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing subsea well intervention projects, ensuring safety, efficiency, and client satisfaction while driving continuous improvement and asset integrity in collaboration with inter...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of drone technology by leading a dynamic mechanical engineering team. Drive innovation in design, integration, and testing of advanced drone platforms while fostering talent and c...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs by analyzing customer needs, creating detailed CAD models, and collaborating across departments to ensure efficient production and delivery of high-quality packagin...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead and elevate a dynamic residential design team, ensuring exceptional client experiences and high-quality designs while fostering team development and streamlining processes. Drive innovation and a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $169K *

Lead innovative mechanical design projects, enhancing medical devices through effective collaboration and advanced engineering techniques while ensuring compliance and quality at every stage...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $190K *

Transform your career by building strategic partnerships with major design firms while driving engineering excellence in electrical distribution across diverse industries. Join a dynamic team focused...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful project delivery by leading complex hardware and software implementations. Collaborate with stakeholders and internal teams to ensure alignment, risk management, and quality execution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower project success by leading high-impact transportation drainage initiatives, managing client relationships, and driving innovative solutions from concept to completion while ensuring compliance...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of client implementations by leading large-scale projects, managing cross-functional teams, and driving digital banking solutions to success. Collaborate effectively to enhance proces...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's enhancing security solutions. Collaborate on design, support project implementation, and ensure compliance through innovative system integration. Elevate your engineering career wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading multi-site projects, enhancing infrastructure, and driving operational improvements to ensure safety and efficiency across facilities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $200K *

Elevate your engineering career by designing PCB layouts for challenging aerospace applications. Collaborate with diverse teams while ensuring adherence to strict standards and timelines, contributing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $120K *

Lead the charge in structural engineering projects, enhancing design execution, fostering client relationships, and mentoring while advancing technical and leadership skills for long-term career growt...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Drive the successful delivery of mineral processing projects by coordinating schedules, budgets, and documentation across engineering disciplines, ensuring projects stay on track from concept to const...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of aerospace systems by leading the development and enhancement of Cutting-edge Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) test environments while driving engineering e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects, ensuring successful execution across multiple disciplines while maintaining financial performance and project visibility. Oversee up to 30 projects simult...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.