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 - $105K *
Optimize project outcomes by leading planning and execution within a dynamic team. Bring your expertise to manage budgets, schedules, and compliance, ensuring timely delivery of complex construction p...
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Project Engineer - Mission Critical
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in delivering complex mission-critical construction projects, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, and reliability while collaborating with subcontractors and project man...
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Senior Project Engineer, Structural
$95K - $115K *
Help us advance structural engineering by leading multi-discipline teams. You'll oversee project designs, collaborate with clients and manage teams to deliver high-quality engineering documents and so...
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Senior Project Engineer, Structural
$105K - $155K *
Lead the charge in multi-discipline structural engineering projects, managing design and collaboration while ensuring quality and compliance across all phases. Mentor junior professionals and engage c...
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Professional Engineer III, Bridge
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead innovative bridge design projects, providing technical expertise and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality infrastructure solutions on time...
2 weeks ago
$114K - $160K *
Transform your career by leading energy audits and engineering analyses to drive efficiency and sustainability in commercial projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to implement innovative soluti...
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Lead Project Manager, Bridge Design
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of transportation by leading multi-discipline roadway and bridge projects. Leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships and drive business growth while mentoring engineerin...
4 days ago
Senior Project Engineer (PMO - Renewable Energy)
$95K - $115K *
Drive major construction and engineering projects by managing scope, schedules, and budgets. Collaborate with teams to resolve design issues and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards...
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Project Engineering Manager (Renewable Energy & Energy Storage)
$120K - $145K *
Lead and develop a team of engineers to support renewable energy projects, ensuring technical excellence and project success from bidding through execution and commissioning while fostering collaborat...
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Project Engineering Manager (Renewable Energy & Energy Storage)
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy by leading engineering efforts for innovative projects. Drive technical excellence, mentor engineers, and collaborate across functions to deli...
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Project Engineering Manager (Renewable Energy & Energy Storage)
$110K - $130K *
Lead and develop a team of engineers to support renewable energy projects from bidding through execution, ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence while fostering collaboration and continuous...
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Sr Project Engineer - Building
$95K - $115K *
Explore a pivotal role in project management, ensuring successful execution of complex commercial projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage procurement, and maintain project integrity while fos...
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$95K - $115K *
Manage and drive project execution for engineering assignments, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to align project goals and foster...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing complex engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and clients to define project scope, track progress, and...
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$88K - $105K *
Drive your career with impactful project management, overseeing engineering projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality stand...
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$88K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team as you oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to define project goals and lead a motivated t...
4 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing complex engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget and quality standards. Collaborate with teams to define project scope, maintain control, and foster pos...
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$75K - $135K *
Advance your career by supporting communication infrastructure on major data center projects. This role involves technical coordination, documentation control, and field execution in a fast-paced, mis...
3 weeks ago
Sr Construction Project Engineer - Aerospace
$100K - $120K *
Optimize construction project execution by providing technical leadership, overseeing financial performance, and managing risks across complex aerospace facilities. Collaborate with Project Managers t...
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$88K - $154K *
Champion the successful execution of field projects, ensuring adherence to budget, timeline, and quality standards while leading teams and coordinating with stakeholders in a dynamic environment...
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$94K - $158K *
Engage in construction management for diverse projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. Collaborate with teams and clients to support planning, execution, and oversight of construction...
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$94K - $158K *
Elevate your career by providing essential construction management support across diverse projects, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery while fostering strong client relationships and oversee...
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Principal Protection & Control Engineer
$120K - $135K *
Explore a pivotal role in leading protection design for capital projects, ensuring compliance with standards while enhancing system performance. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovation in...
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Principal Protection & Control Engineer
$120K - $135K *
Transform the energy sector by leading protection design for capital projects, ensuring compliance with standards while enhancing system performance through innovative engineering solutions and collab...
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$92K - $110K *
Join our dynamic team to enhance transportation projects through expert project controls. Leverage your scheduling and cost management skills to provide insights and support to project teams, ensuring...
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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.