Mechanical Engineering Manager Jobs

Explore Mechanical Engineering Manager jobs for experienced professionals ready to lead technical teams and shape the design, development, and delivery of mechanical systems and products. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you find leadership roles that align with your expertise and career goals.

What Does a Mechanical Engineering Manager Do?

Mechanical Engineering Managers oversee engineers and technical projects across industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, energy, medical devices, and industrial technology. They set priorities, coordinate with product and operations teams, manage resources and schedules, and help ensure designs meet performance, quality, safety, and cost requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, along with substantial engineering experience and a record of team leadership. Relevant strengths include mechanical design, product development, CAD and simulation tools, project management, budgeting, communication, and the ability to coach engineers. Some roles may prefer a master’s degree or professional credentials, depending on the industry and scope of responsibility.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Mechanical Engineering Managers may advance into senior engineering leadership, director, or vice president roles. Compensation varies by location, industry, company size, and experience. Browse Ladders for vetted Mechanical Engineering Manager opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, and compare roles based on responsibilities, qualifications, and career potential.

Find Your Next Mechanical Engineering Manager Role

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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative mechanical systems for diverse industrial projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions while mentoring junior engineers...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $102K *

Unlock your potential as you lead the design and development of innovative test equipment for aviation systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive projects from concept to production in a hands-o...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $119K *

Champion innovative mechanical engineering solutions in undersea systems. Collaborate on design, analysis, and testing of advanced hardware while enhancing your skills in a dynamic team environment fo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative civil engineering projects, guiding teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring success through effective project delivery and regulatory compliance. J...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Drive successful customer programs and NPI activities in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely product launches and maintain high-quality standards while manag...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by leading civil engineering teams to achieve strategic goals, manage project lifecycles, and cultivate client relations, ensuring compliance with regulations and high-quality...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead and elevate project vision, managing lifecycle from inception to delivery. Mentor a team of engineers, maintain client relations, and ensure adherence to quality standards while navigating regula...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive project success in civil engineering, overseeing all phases from planning to delivery while fostering client relationships and team development to achieve strategic busine...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$123K - $206K *

Shape the future of medical devices by leading a dynamic team in process development for new product introductions, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards while fostering talent growth in a co...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative bridge and structural solutions while mentoring emerging engineers. Oversee complex projects, ensuring technical excellence and compliance, while fostering col...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to driving operational excellence and profitability. As a key leader, you'll oversee financial performance, develop high-performing teams, and enhance manufacturing operat...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge mechanical solutions for RF sensors, collaborating across engineering disciplines to drive projects from concept to production while ensuring opt...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Mechanical Engineer, driving the design and integration of critical flight hardware in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to transform concepts into r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Empower innovation in flight hardware design and integration. Join a dynamic team to rapidly prototype and develop critical systems for hypersonic vehicles, transforming concepts into reality in a fas...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Manage multi-disciplinary engineering activities across capital projects, ensuring alignment with project scope, budget, and performance targets. Lead a high-performing team while overseeing external...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $200K *

Engage in hands-on mechanical design, driving prototypes from concept to reality. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate systems, utilizing CAD tools and rapid prototyping for in...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating mechanical designs and testing components. You'll collaborate across disciplines to enhance product development, from concept to manufacturing, while support...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team, driving operational excellence, and ensuring high-quality technical support. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes and foster c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$173K - $193K *

Lead the charge in spacecraft subsystem design, from concept to flight. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure timely delivery and integration, while mentoring junior engineers and driving innovativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project delivery by managing civil engineering and construction initiatives across Eastern Ontario, Quebec, and the Atlantic provinces, ensuring compliance, quality, and stakeholder satisfacti...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance submarine engineering by ensuring compliance with SUBSAFE standards, supporting underwater shock tests, and addressing fastener engineering challenges. Collaborate across teams to enhance safe...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $211K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI infrastructure by leading mechanical design for advanced rack systems. Shape innovative solutions through hands-on engineering, collaboration, and mentorship...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $95K *

Drive the design and documentation of mechanical components for UHP gas purification systems, ensuring high-quality standards and collaboration with suppliers in a dynamic environment focused on innov...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $120K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing product design, driving from concept to launch while ensuring performance, quality, and innovation in every detail. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to delive...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $114K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative mechanical solutions, tackling complex design, analysis, and validation challenges. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers to deliver high-quality, effic...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Mechanical Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Mechanical Engineering Manager leads engineering teams and oversees projects involving the design, development, testing, and improvement of mechanical products or systems. The role often includes setting priorities, managing schedules and budgets, coordinating with other departments, and supporting quality and safety goals.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Mechanical Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Most roles require a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline, several years of engineering experience, and demonstrated leadership or project management ability. Requirements vary, and some employers prefer advanced degrees, industry-specific experience, or professional credentials.

  • Which industries hire Mechanical Engineering Managers?question toggle

    Employers hire Mechanical Engineering Managers in industries including manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, energy, medical devices, industrial technology, and consumer products.

  • How much do Mechanical Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, company size, and the role’s scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, though compensation and benefits vary by individual listing.

  • What career paths can follow a Mechanical Engineering Manager role?question toggle

    Experienced managers may progress to senior engineering manager, director of engineering, vice president of engineering, or broader operations and product leadership roles, depending on their strengths and the organization.