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.
$88K - $154K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative structural engineering solutions for complex DoD projects, ensuring quality and compliance while collaborating across disciplines to enhance infrastructure and...
3 days ago
Engineering Project Manager II
$120K - $135K *
Champion project delivery from concept to completion; manage timelines, budgets, and communication with stakeholders to ensure successful execution of engineering projects with external customers...
Reposted yesterday
Project Engineer Utility Scale Power & Renewable Heavy Civil
$85K - $145K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy projects. As a Project Engineer, you'll support critical infrastructure initiatives, enhance your skills, and grow into leadership roles while...
3 days ago
Project Engineer Utility Scale Power & Renewable Heavy Civil
$85K - $145K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of utility-scale power projects. Contribute to critical infrastructure while developing your skills in project coordination and management. Grow into a leadership...
3 days ago
Project Engineer Utility Scale Power & Renewable Heavy Civil
$85K - $145K *
Contribute to utility-scale power projects by managing engineering tasks, supporting project documentation, and collaborating with teams to ensure successful project execution and growth opportunities...
4 days ago
Project Engineer / Field Engineer 2027
$75K - $90K *
Advance your career by collaborating with our project management team to deliver large-scale heavy civil construction projects in a safe and efficient manner, while developing your skills alongside ex...
Reposted yesterday
Construction Engineer/Office Engineer
$95K - $142K *
Unlock potential by joining our Construction Management team to oversee highway and structural projects, ensuring quality and compliance through technical supervision and collaboration with onsite ins...
1 week ago
Engineering Project Manager II
$110K - $130K *
Drive your career with a dynamic team managing engineering projects in power, industrial, and chemical sectors. Oversee project scope, budget, and schedule while leading a talented team to deliver exc...
Reposted 6 days ago
Project Engineer III - Sustainability
$140K - $151K *
Take ownership of sustainability projects by providing engineering support for capital construction and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project delivery...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Join us to lead and support innovative land development projects, shaping communities through expert design in grading, drainage, and utility planning. Collaborate with engineers to deliver impactful...
2 weeks ago
Project Engineer, Geotechnical Dams & Hydraulics
$94K - $125K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of geotechnical engineering. Lead projects, mentor staff, and collaborate on innovative solutions for diverse infrastructure challenges while enhancing client rel...
4 days ago
$150K - $220K *
Oversee complex construction projects nationwide, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and compliance with quality standards while coordinating with clients, teams, and stakeholders to drive p...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in overseeing civil engineering projects, ensuring successful site development from planning to execution, collaborating across disciplines, and managing contractor and consultant rela...
Reposted yesterday
$90K - $104K *
Champion innovative mechanical design solutions while leading projects in HVAC systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal performance and compliance across diverse sectors, in...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Engineer impactful projects by defining clear work packages, translating customer needs into technical specifications, and leading teams through delivery and commissioning phases. Collaborate across a...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Lead the charge in municipal infrastructure projects, driving design and construction of stormwater, water transmission, and sewer systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project su...
4 days ago
Project Electrical Design Engineer
$85K - $125K *
Deliver innovative building electrical system designs and lead junior engineers, ensuring quality and compliance while advancing your career with minimal oversight...
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Project Electrical Design Engineer
$85K - $125K *
Lead impactful building electrical design projects, fostering collaboration among junior engineers while leveraging your expertise in power distribution and communications infrastructure to ensure suc...
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$155K - $200K *
Lead the charge in managing complex capital projects, guiding multi-discipline teams, and fostering long-term client partnerships. Drive execution strategies and influence stakeholders while ensuring...
4 days ago
Project Engineer-Heavy Civil Construction
$80K - $95K *
Join our team to empower project success through effective coordination, documentation, and communication in heavy civil construction. Support project management from planning to completion, ensuring...
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Civil Engineer - Bridge Design
$88K - $105K *
Advance your career by leading structural engineering projects across New England. This role offers the chance to influence project success while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with clie...
4 days ago
Civil Engineer - Bridge Design
$88K - $105K *
Elevate your career by leading structural engineering projects across New England. This role offers the chance to influence project success while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with clie...
4 days ago
Civil Engineer - Bridge Design
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leading structural engineering projects across New England. Drive innovative designs for bridges and dams while mentoring junior engineers and enhancing client relationships in...
4 days ago
$80K - $105K *
Champion project execution in aviation communication by coordinating STC development programs, ensuring timely delivery, and facilitating stakeholder collaboration to enhance engineering efficiency an...
2 weeks ago
Project Engineer - Sustainability
$85K - $115K *
Pioneer sustainability initiatives by leading projects that enhance resource efficiency, reduce waste, and implement renewable energy solutions, driving measurable operational improvements across faci...
1 week ago
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.