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.
$100K - $130K *
Champion the design and management of electrical systems for water projects, overseeing junior staff while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in power distribut...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, leading multi-disciplinary projects and driving business development while ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction in a collaborative env...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $176K *
Drive impactful infrastructure projects by overseeing on-site operations, ensuring compliance with contract specifications, and managing safety protocols while leading inspection teams and coordinatin...
3 weeks ago
Project Engineer, Structure Inspection
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to lead structure inspections, mentor staff, and enhance project delivery. Utilize advanced technologies and collaborate with engineers to ensure compliance and safety in bridge an...
Reposted 2 days ago
Project Engineer, Structure Inspection
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing infrastructure safety through leading bridge and structure inspections. Take ownership of projects, mentor junior staff, and contribute to the growth of a spe...
Reposted 2 days ago
Project Engineer, Structure Inspection
$80K - $95K *
Lead structure inspection projects, mentor junior staff, and enhance inspection practices. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance and quality while utilizing advanced inspection techn...
Reposted 2 days ago
Project Engineer, Structure Inspection
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by leading structure inspections and mentoring junior staff. This role offers the chance to manage projects, utilize advanced technologies, and contribute to a growing practice foc...
Reposted 2 days ago
Project Engineer, Structure Inspection
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of structure inspection by leading projects, mentoring staff, and utilizing advanced technologies. Drive growth in a collaborative environment while ensuring compliance with industry...
Reposted 2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform the future of advanced electro-optical systems by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions on time and within budget. Drive engineering excellence while mentoring junio...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $115K *
Transform the future of building design by developing innovative electrical solutions, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with codes and standards throughout all proje...
1 week ago
Principal Construction Engineer
$180K - $275K *
Manage complex construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to solve challenges and drive impactful results in a dyn...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Champion innovative structural designs for transportation projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and project timelines. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality solutions while ment...
2 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by leading complex civil engineering projects in hydro power generation. Collaborate with innovative teams to ensure safety, quality, and cost efficiency while shaping infrastruc...
3 days ago
Structural Project Engineer | New York, NY
$115K - $145K *
Drive innovative structural design solutions by leading project efforts, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring quality and compliance in building projects while mentoring junior eng...
5 days ago
Structural Project Engineer | New York, NY
$115K - $145K *
Manage structural design projects, collaborating with teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions while ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Lead low to moderate complexity projects and...
5 days ago
Intermediate / Senior Project Engineer - Hydro
$140K - $190K *
Lead the charge in multidisciplinary engineering for hydropower and water resources projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful project delivery from planning through construction, enhancing...
4 days ago
Intermediate / Senior Project Engineer - Hydro
$140K - $190K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead multidisciplinary engineering efforts for hydropower and water resources projects. Drive technical deliverables, coordinate with stakeholders, and enhance project outco...
4 days ago
Intermediate / Senior Project Engineer - Hydro
$140K - $190K *
Champion multidisciplinary engineering excellence in hydropower and water resources projects, driving technical deliverables and quality processes from planning through construction across North Ameri...
4 days ago
Intermediate / Senior Project Engineer - Hydro
$140K - $190K *
Lead the charge in multidisciplinary engineering for hydropower and water resources projects, coordinating activities from planning through construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliv...
4 days ago
Principal Project Engineer - Pipeline & Flow Assurance
$167K - $210K *
Lead and enhance pipeline engineering and flow assurance for EPC projects. Engage with multi-disciplinary teams to optimize system performance, ensure safety, and meet client needs while delivering qu...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join us to lead geotechnical engineering projects, applying your expertise to analyze data, develop recommendations, and collaborate with teams to support infrastructure development across diverse sec...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join our dynamic team as we tackle innovative engineering challenges in power generation. This role offers the opportunity to lead projects, mentor engineers, and contribute to groundbreaking technolo...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead electrical design initiatives across diverse building projects, providing technical expertise and mentorship. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuri...
3 weeks ago
$74K - $138K *
Contribute to innovative engineering solutions by applying technical expertise to moderately complex projects, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness while collaborating with teams to meet project ob...
2 weeks ago
Bridge Engineering Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to manage bridge engineering projects, ensuring design excellence and compliance with standards. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while overseeing multiple proj...
2 weeks 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.