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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Drive impactful projects in the energy sector by coordinating teams, managing schedules, and ensuring quality deliverables. Join a dynamic group where your contributions will be valued and celebrated...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by managing impactful transmission and substation projects. Collaborate with skilled professionals to ensure project success through effective planning...
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$78K - $90K *
Empower project success by coordinating transmission and substation initiatives. Collaborate with a dynamic team to manage schedules, costs, and deliverables while ensuring quality and client satisfac...
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$78K - $90K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of energy projects by managing transmission and substation initiatives. Collaborate with skilled professionals to ensure project success while fostering a culture...
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$78K - $90K *
Transform project outcomes by leading transmission and substation initiatives. Collaborate with a dynamic team to manage schedules, costs, and deliverables while ensuring client satisfaction and adher...
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$125K - $135K *
Elevate your career by managing impactful projects in the energy sector. Collaborate with diverse teams, drive project schedules, and ensure successful execution while enhancing stakeholder engagement...
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$80K - $95K *
Accelerate progress at an innovative tech firm by leading projects that enhance operational efficiency. Engage with customers, streamline communication, and drive project planning to ensure optimal ex...
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Civil Engineer - Project Construction Lead
$80K - $95K *
Collaborate with clients to lead transportation construction projects, ensuring quality, timely delivery, and profitable management while mentoring staff and maintaining strong client relationships in...
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$85K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing HUD Multifamily Housing and Office of Healthcare Programs construction inspections. Oversee operations, coordinate inspections, and ensure timely deliverables...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead project management efforts, ensuring technical accuracy and client satisfaction while overseeing budgets, schedules, and team performance for civil engineering projects. Drive successful project...
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Project Engineer - Utility and Repower
$85K - $105K *
Transform project execution by leading a team of engineers and specialists, ensuring quality and safety while fostering client relationships and optimizing operations across multiple U.S. sites...
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$90K - $120K *
Lead structural engineering projects, managing assessments, designs, and client interactions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project success through...
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Principal Geotechnical Engineer (Special Project Group)
$120K - $145K *
Advance your career by providing technical leadership in geotechnical engineering. Oversee project quality, mentor emerging leaders, and drive business development while ensuring strategic execution a...
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$103K - $181K *
Transform project execution by integrating engineering, procurement, and construction aspects. Oversee technical excellence, manage budgets, and ensure quality while mentoring personnel to achieve pro...
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$103K - $181K *
Empower project success by integrating engineering, procurement, and construction aspects. Oversee technical excellence, manage budgets, and ensure quality while coordinating interdisciplinary teams f...
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$103K - $181K *
Unlock your potential by integrating engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Lead technical excellence, manage procurement, and ensure quality while mentoring personnel to achie...
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$103K - $181K *
Transform project execution by integrating engineering, procurement, and construction aspects to ensure technical excellence and adherence to budget and schedule requirements. Lead teams and manage pr...
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$103K - $181K *
Champion the integration of engineering, procurement, and construction for medium-sized projects, ensuring technical excellence, budget adherence, and timely delivery while coordinating interdisciplin...
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$103K - $181K *
Join a team that's dedicated to integrating engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects. Contribute to technical excellence and ensure quality while managing project scopes and procu...
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$134K - $201K *
Lead the charge in designing and delivering innovative electrical systems for energy and infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency while mentoring junior engineers and managing compl...
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Project Engineer - Land Development
$90K - $135K *
Join a dynamic team to lead land development design projects, overseeing site layouts, utility and roadway design, and permitting processes. Collaborate across disciplines while mentoring engineers an...
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$101K - $152K *
Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative electrical systems for energy and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient, code-compliant solutions...
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Principal Engineer - Municipal Infrastructure
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for water, sewer, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to ensure successful project outcomes across...
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$80K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in construction management, where you'll gain hands-on experience and collaborate with seasoned professionals to drive project success and uphold safety stan...
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$90K - $110K *
Engineer innovative HVAC solutions for diverse projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance building performance and sustainability. Drive impactful design from concept to completion, ensuri...
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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.