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.
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Lead the charge in executing midstream oil & gas projects, ensuring engineering deliverables meet quality and regulatory standards while collaborating across disciplines and supporting project manager...
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Champion engineering excellence by managing projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, adherence to budgets, and high-quality standards w...
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Champion innovative design solutions for electromechanical actuation systems in aerospace. Lead project execution, ensuring technical, cost, and quality objectives are met throughout the system life c...
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Join a team that's driving innovation in aerospace by leading development efforts, managing projects, and enhancing customer relationships. Collaborate with experts to implement strategies and improve...
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Optimize program performance by leading development teams, managing schedules, and enhancing customer relationships. Drive engineering quality and productivity improvements while collaborating with to...
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Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive performance, manage schedules, and optimize processes in the aerospace electronics sector...
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Join us to lead engineering efforts for the G570 APU Program, driving project performance and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve technical goals and milestones in a dynamic aerospace...
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Champion complex natural gas infrastructure projects, leading multidisciplinary teams from design to commissioning. Drive quality, cost, and technical performance while mentoring junior engineers and...
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Innovate your career by leading multidisciplinary engineering for natural gas infrastructure projects. Drive quality and performance from design through commissioning, collaborating with teams to deli...
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Transform energy infrastructure by leading multidisciplinary engineering for natural gas projects. Drive quality and performance from design to commissioning, ensuring safe and practical solutions whi...
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Partner with us to lead complex transportation projects, managing a skilled CEI team while ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to safety standards. Drive success through strategic planning and...
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Advance engineering excellence by leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget. Collaborate across departments to ensure compliance with specifications while mentorin...
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Champion the delivery of power system generation and transmission interconnection services, managing complex studies and guiding engineers to optimize grid strategies and enhance organizational growth...
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Transform power distribution systems by leading design and planning efforts, ensuring quality and adherence to client schedules while solving complex engineering challenges with minimal supervision...
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Join a dynamic team to lead solid waste projects, preparing engineering designs and reports while gaining hands-on experience. Collaborate with professionals and contribute to sustainable engineering...
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Oversee onsite construction engineering for Heavy Highway and bridge projects. Manage personnel, ensure compliance with schedules, and provide technical support while interfacing with various departme...
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Project Engineer (Preston Pipelines Infrastructure)
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Join a team that's committed to excellence in underground utility projects. You will collaborate closely with project managers and field crews to ensure projects meet safety, budget, and quality stand...
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Unlock your potential as a Project Engineer, ensuring seamless execution of construction projects through effective design, coordination, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to meet quality...
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Civil Engineering Project Manager
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Drive project success by leading civil engineering initiatives from planning to completion, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while mentoring a skilled team and fostering bus...
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Civil Engineering Project Manager
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Unlock potential by leading civil engineering projects from planning to completion, ensuring quality, budget, and client satisfaction while mentoring a skilled team and driving business development in...
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Engineering Project Manager -- Site/Civil
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Transform project delivery by leading engineering initiatives, managing client relationships, and ensuring quality outcomes. Leverage technical expertise and team collaboration to drive success across...
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Contribute to successful bridge and paving projects by assisting in project management, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining schedules and documentation for timely completion and...
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Infrastructure Project Manager Engineer
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Join us to oversee and manage diverse civil infrastructure projects, ensuring successful planning and execution while leading teams and mentoring professionals in a dynamic environment...
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Lead cross-functional teams to drive innovative engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder alignment while advancing technology and manufacturing capabilities...
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Civil Project Engineer/Project Manager
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Empower communities by leading civil engineering projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions while ensuring qu...
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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.