Find senior mechanical design engineer jobs that match your experience and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles focused on product design, equipment development, manufacturing, and engineering leadership.
Senior mechanical design engineers turn requirements into reliable, manufacturable mechanical systems and products. They develop concepts, create and review CAD models and drawings, perform or oversee engineering analyses, select materials and components, and guide designs through prototyping, testing, and production. Many also mentor engineers and collaborate with manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and product teams.
Employers commonly seek a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, along with substantial experience developing mechanical products or systems. Relevant skills may include 3D CAD tools, GD&T, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturing and assembly, materials selection, failure analysis, and knowledge of applicable industry standards. Senior roles also value clear communication, sound technical judgment, project ownership, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Senior mechanical design engineers work across industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical devices, industrial equipment, robotics, consumer products, energy, and semiconductor manufacturing. Depending on the organization, this role can lead to principal or staff engineering positions, engineering management, technical program leadership, or specialized design expertise.
Browse Ladders for vetted senior mechanical design engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare roles by industry, location, responsibilities, and qualifications to identify positions that fit your technical background and next career step.
Principal Design-for-Test (DFT) Engineer
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Engage in the development and implementation of DFT architecture for ASIC and SoC designs, ensuring seamless integration and high-quality silicon products through collaboration with cross-functional t...
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Optimize runtime authorization strategies across diverse segments, driving technical wins and enabling Sales Engineers. Leverage deep IAM and PAM expertise to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring com...
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Champion software quality by analyzing healthcare data, developing test cases, and executing both manual and automated tests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with clinical...
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Senior Instrumentation & Controls Engineer 1 - Nuclear
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Champion innovative solutions in instrumentation and control systems for power plants. Collaborate with engineers to design, troubleshoot, and enhance digital systems, ensuring project success and cli...
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Join a dynamic team to coordinate large-engine service projects, ensuring efficient execution and financial tracking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service excellence and meet cus...
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Senior Planner (Private Land Development)
$95K - $115K *
Inspire growth by leading land development projects, managing teams, and collaborating with clients to ensure successful outcomes while navigating regulatory standards and enhancing operational effici...
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Join a team that's redefining power systems engineering by leading advanced studies in T&D, enhancing software tools, and fostering collaboration across projects to drive innovation and efficiency in...
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Engineering Manager, Developer Infrastructure
$130K - $160K *
Transform your career by leading a high-impact Developer Infrastructure team. Drive technical strategy, enhance developer experience, and foster a culture of growth and accountability while collaborat...
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Director of Embedded Systems Engineering
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of embedded systems engineering by leading a high-performance team, defining technical roadmaps, and integrating AI-driven workflows to deliver innovative, reliable solutions across d...
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Senior Software Engineer, DevOps
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Lead the charge in evolving our cloud infrastructure and CI/CD systems. As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you'll enhance security, reliability, and operational efficiency while mentoring a team and ensurin...
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Lead the future of enterprise implementations in the medical device sector. Own end-to-end project delivery, ensuring rigorous management of scope, timelines, and client relationships while adapting p...
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Regional Sales and Project Manager (CPT003)
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate sales growth by managing hardware and service functions across a designated territory. Drive project management and customer relationships to meet revenue and profitability goals while ensu...
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Aftermarket Sr. Mechanical Engineer
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Elevate your engineering career by leading innovative conveyor and sortation projects. Drive technical solutions from concept to execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operati...
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Transform media operations by planning and coordinating across various areas, ensuring efficiency and adherence to best practices while driving productivity and cost savings in a dynamic environment...
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Innovate robust SaaS platforms by collaborating with cross-functional teams, building and enhancing features, and delivering customer-centric solutions throughout the development lifecycle...
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Engage in project management excellence by overseeing revenue control, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, and leading teams to deliver successful outcomes while ensuring client satisfaction a...
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Lead the charge in developing and managing enterprise proposals and plans, ensuring compliance and quality across submissions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance win strategies and dri...
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Lead Environmental Manager - Major Projects Group
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Take ownership of environmental compliance leadership across major utility-scale power generation projects, ensuring adherence to regulations while collaborating with teams and regulatory agencies thr...
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Develop innovative software solutions that enhance access to mental and physical health services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable applications, ensuring quality and perform...
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What does a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer do?
A Senior Mechanical Design Engineer leads or contributes to the design of mechanical products, components, and systems. Typical work includes CAD modeling, engineering analysis, design reviews, prototyping, testing, and supporting manufacturing.
What qualifications are usually required for senior mechanical design engineer jobs?
Employers often prefer a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline and several years of relevant design experience. CAD proficiency, GD&T, tolerance analysis, design for manufacturing, and cross-functional leadership are commonly valued.
Which industries hire Senior Mechanical Design Engineers?
Opportunities are available in aerospace, automotive, medical devices, industrial equipment, robotics, consumer products, energy, and other sectors that develop or manufacture mechanical products and systems.
How much do Senior Mechanical Design Engineer jobs pay?
Compensation varies by industry, location, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore senior-level opportunities in that salary range.
What roles can follow a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer position?
Potential next steps include principal or staff mechanical engineer, engineering manager, technical program leader, or a specialized design and product development role.