Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs

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.

What Senior Mechanical Design Engineers Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Paths and Industries

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.

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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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$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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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Shape project success by integrating scheduling, cost controls, and construction insights. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance performance on large-scale transportation projects, ensur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project controls for repair service projects, ensuring effective management of costs, schedules, and risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful project delivery and en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative engineering solutions for complex high-voltage transmission projects, ensuring design excellence and stakeholder collaboration throughout the project lifecycle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse civil/site projects, from feasibility to design. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and innovation in land development, stormwater management, and utility...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in designing and repairing highway bridge projects, ensuring quality and accuracy through all phases. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior staff, and oversee project documentation whi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supporting civil construction projects, ensuring quality and safety while coordinating with subcontractors and project teams to meet schedules and specifications. Bring your exp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Champion the construction process by providing technical engineering support, ensuring compliance with design and safety standards, and coordinating activities across teams to deliver successful heavy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$107K - $204K *

Drive innovative communication systems development as a Principal Project Engineer, overseeing engineering execution, budget management, and multidisciplinary team collaboration to ensure program succ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering efforts for advanced communication systems. Oversee project execution, manage budgets, and ensure technical compliance while collaborating with multidisciplinar...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Transform major construction and engineering projects by leading scope initiation, scheduling, and cost estimation. Collaborate with teams to ensure design accuracy and budget adherence while managing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in engineering management, blending technical expertise with team mentorship to drive innovative fluid power solutions while ensuring project success and fostering a collaborative envi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Lead civil engineering projects from concept to completion, managing site development, design, and compliance. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders while mentoring junior staff to ensure quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Optimize project outcomes by leading construction management efforts, ensuring timely procurement, quality control, and effective communication across teams. Engage in multiple trades, enhancing opera...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Seeking a Project Engineer to drive continuous improvement and optimize manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity, ensure quality, and support capital pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$83K - $110K *

Lead innovative electrical design projects, managing multiple deliverables while collaborating with a diverse team. Drive the development of building electrical systems, including EV charging infrastr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$83K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse electrical design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with codes while mentoring junior engineers and enhancing design...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Transform large-scale manufacturing projects by leading cross-functional teams to enhance safety, efficiency, and compliance. Ensure timely delivery while managing budgets from $250k to $5M, driving p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of engineering by managing diverse projects, leading business development, and mentoring teams. Leverage your expertise in mechanical systems and project management to drive successfu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of engineering by developing innovative designs and solutions for diverse industrial projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and efficiency while mana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality construction projects. As a Senior Project Engineer, you'll coordinate project execution, manage documentation, and collaborate with stakeholder...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career forward by providing advanced project coordination and technical support for construction projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project delivery, maintaining...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic engineering team in the development of innovative orthopedic products, ensuring project success through collaboration across functions and effective management of resources f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Tackle complex utility projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely deliverables. Collaborate closely with clients to enhance project execution and support team de...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Potential next steps include principal or staff mechanical engineer, engineering manager, technical program leader, or a specialized design and product development role.