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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$120K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing complex mechanical process systems for cutting-edge research facilities, ensuring high-quality solutions and client satisfaction while collaborating with mult...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$109K - $167K *

Transform engineering change management by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance. Drive collaboration across functions to enhance project delivery and maintain high standards in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of the Test Engineering team, leading the development and optimization of PCBA test processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust test coverage and product quality while dr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $155K *

Oversee all manufacturing operations, driving performance and growth initiatives while managing budgets and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Lead a high-performing team to ach...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of municipal water and wastewater projects. Lead strategic planning, budgeting, and stakeholder engagement from pursuit through preconstruction, ensuring successf...

1 week ago

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

$124K - $156K *

Lead the charge in managing construction projects, ensuring safety compliance and quality standards while coordinating resources and reporting on progress to achieve successful project outcomes in the...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $118K *

Oversee construction activities on high-voltage transmission lines, ensuring safety and compliance. Lead field crews, manage project progress, and conduct hazard assessments while fostering a collabor...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $156K *

Elevate your career by managing construction projects in the energy sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, compliance, and quality while driving project success and deliveri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Optimize product development by designing, prototyping, and testing mechanical components. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and manufacturability while supporting business growth through innov...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of large-scale mechanical projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives and overseeing all phases from design to commissioning. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver mission-c...

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

$140K - $190K *

Lead a global team in executing new product development strategies, managing portfolios, and driving cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative solutions that meet market demands and enhance...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your engineering career by providing design and technical support for mechanical piping systems across various projects, ensuring compliance with standards and collaborating with project teams...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive accurate cost estimation and competitive quotations for semiconductor equipment by analyzing technical specifications and collaborating across teams to enhance methodologies and automation, ensu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful project execution by overseeing multi-level teams and managing financial operations, schedules, and resources across concurrent engineering and manufacturing projects while ensuring c...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive safety and operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance process safety, optimize operations, and implement industry best practices that e...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$103K - $155K *

Drive innovation by designing and analyzing advanced mechanical systems for space technology. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-performance, cost-effective solutions from concept to integration...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$198K - $300K *

Elevate aircraft design by leading the development of innovative mechanical systems, ensuring modularity and producibility for high-rate production. Drive integration and testing of critical component...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that manages construction materials engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Oversee project planning, resource management, and client communication while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Champion the successful delivery of construction materials engineering projects, ensuring they meet scope, budget, and timeline. Oversee project management, resource allocation, and client communicati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $139K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in manufacturing processes. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll enhance production efficiency, implement process improvements, and support new product introductio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $120K *

Manage and oversee maintenance, inspections, and modifications on experimental aircraft while ensuring compliance and safety. Collaborate closely with engineers and pilots to support innovative aerosp...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $135K *

Lead engineering initiatives for UPS and Battery solutions, driving product enhancements and managing a talented team. Collaborate across departments to ensure reliability and performance in energy in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in space exploration by leading complex engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with rigorous standards while mentoring junior engine...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex engineering projects, ensuring the design and development of innovative Crew system products for commercial space stations. Collaborate across teams to manage sched...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $148K *

Accelerate team performance and delivery by leading software engineers, fostering development, and enhancing organizational effectiveness in a dynamic, remote environment. Drive sustainable practices...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.