Discover top-tier, high-paying Engineering Director opportunities across diverse industries on Ladders. As Engineering Director, you'll lead teams, strategize projects, and contribute to the success of the organizations you work for.
An Engineering Director oversees the end-to-end engineering functions within a company. They manage large engineering teams, guide technical strategies, and ensure the optimization of engineering processes.
Typically, Engineering Directors hold at least a bachelor's degree in an engineering field, although many employers prefer a master's degree or an MBA. Prior managerial and engineering experience is pivotal.
Explore our extensive collection of Engineering Director roles and propel your career forward with Ladders.
Senior Equipment Mechanical Engineer
$125K - $150K *
Transform your career by joining our Equipment Consulting team, driving impactful evaluations and analyses of mechanical systems. Leverage your engineering expertise in a dynamic, flexible role where...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $160K *
Shape the future of homebuilding by leading a small team of engineers to develop innovative solutions. Balance technical ownership and people leadership while driving impactful projects from concept t...
1 week ago
Senior Staff Software Engineer
$143K - $266K *
Lead the development of a cutting-edge Cluster management platform, ensuring robust access control, security, and scalability. Collaborate across teams to drive architectural continuity and mentor eng...
3 weeks ago
Principal Consultant - Wireless/Network
$145K - $180K *
Contribute to successful, multi-discipline project deliveries by leading design, improving processes, and mentoring engineers. Build trusted relationships with clients while ensuring high-quality outc...
3 weeks ago
$240K - $260K *
Join us as you lead cross-functional teams in engineering, driving innovation while balancing rapid experimentation and scalable solutions across mobile, web, and backend products that shape the futur...
1 week ago
Transportation Project Manager 2
$126K - $166K *
Drive successful infrastructure projects by leading design, budget, and client relations. Collaborate with a skilled transportation team to enhance community safety, sustainability, and accessibility...
2 weeks ago
Lead R&D Engineer - Medium Voltage
$100K - $130K *
Shape the future of power distribution innovation by leading R&D teams in designing and validating cutting-edge medium voltage products. Enhance performance, ensure compliance, and mentor engineers fo...
Reposted 1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Optimize data workflows by building and maintaining high-performance data pipelines, implementing CI/CD processes, and enhancing data models for analytical solutions that drive business outcomes...
1 week ago
Manager of Software Engineering
$127K - $165K *
Join a dynamic team as a hands-on technical leader, driving software modernization and operational stability for a mission-critical COBRA platform. You'll oversee engineering execution while fostering...
Yesterday
Director, Project Delivery - Ford Energy
$130K - $180K *
Empower project success as a strategic leader overseeing the execution of large-scale energy projects, fostering a high-performance culture, and ensuring timely delivery while engaging with diverse st...
5 days ago
$90K - $130K *
Transform and lead IT projects, leveraging technical expertise to guide teams, implement innovations, and ensure delivery of high-quality solutions tailored to client needs...
3 days ago
$155K - $288K *
Pioneer the development of cutting-edge enterprise data platforms that enhance data capabilities across the organization. Lead a talented team while driving data modernization, governance, and strateg...
3 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Fleet Response Training
$213K - $263K *
Transform training experiences by designing comprehensive systems for evolving operational needs, utilizing cutting-edge simulation technology to enhance real-world applications and ensure role profic...
1 week ago
Principal RF & Radar Systems Engineer
$200K - $240K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of radar and wireless technologies. As a Principal Engineer, you will lead innovative projects, collaborate across disciplines, and ensure high-quality design and...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$119K - $179K *
Elevate your career by enhancing build and testing pipelines in a dynamic fintech environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions that redefine transaction processing a...
6 days ago
$246K - $312K *
Empower user experience by leading design strategy for growth products. Drive impactful design across onboarding, activation, and retention, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance usabil...
Yesterday
Principal Data Engineer, Growth Analytics
$128K - $229K *
Lead the charge in architecting and building an advanced data infrastructure that enhances internal analytics, business intelligence, and AI capabilities, ensuring a reliable foundation for strategic...
1 week ago
Engineering Lead, Core Product Engineering
$204K - $280K *
Lead and inspire a multi-team product area, driving engineering excellence and strategic direction while fostering growth in engineering managers and ensuring alignment with company objectives...
Yesterday
$100K - $150K *
Advance progress at the forefront of national security applications by developing, deploying, and supporting mission-critical software solutions in an Agile environment while leveraging modern cloud a...
4 days ago
$90K - $120K *
Empower project performance by optimizing project management systems and transforming complex data into clear, actionable insights, ensuring integration and governance across platforms to enhance deci...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Lead automated testing initiatives to enhance quality and performance of critical Air Force IT systems. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive testing strateg...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $110K *
Lead project teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, drive communication, and ensure customer satisfaction while mitigating risks and...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive your career forward as a Security Engineer in a dynamic remote environment, enhancing security operations and identity management while collaborating with diverse teams to strengthen our organiz...
1 week ago
$90K - $120K *
Elevate customer success by delivering organized project management across complex adoption programs. Oversee multi-workstream execution while ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder alignment from k...
1 week ago
$115K - $145K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of software engineering by architecting innovative AI-driven solutions to enhance benefits access, streamline development processes, and ensure system integrity i...
3 weeks ago
What does an Engineering Director do?
An Engineering Director oversees and guides the engineering functions within a company, including managing large engineering teams, outlining technical strategies, and ensuring the successful execution of engineering projects.
What qualifications are needed for an Engineering Director role?
Typically, Engineering Directors require a bachelor's degree in an engineering field, though many prefer a master's degree or an MBA. Substantial managerial and engineering experience is also crucial.
How can I find Engineering Director jobs on Ladders?
You can explore our extensive collection of vetted Engineering Director roles under the 'Jobs' section on our website. Our high-paying job selections can help you advance your career significantly.