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.
$124K - $166K *
Empower project success by leveraging your expertise in construction engineering. Collaborate with teams on transportation projects, ensuring compliance and effective communication while managing budg...
1 week ago
$100K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of rugged embedded computing solutions. As a Product Engineer, you'll tackle complex challenges, lead technical initiatives, and drive products from concept to pr...
1 week ago
$85K - $112K *
Innovate in water and wastewater engineering by designing sustainable systems, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive project success through technical suppo...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $100K *
Drive innovative engineering solutions by leading diverse projects, conducting analyses, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with teams to deliver quality results while mentoring junior staff and eng...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Manage engineering and consulting services across diverse projects, ensuring compliance, quality, and effective communication with clients. Lead investigations, analyses, and design efforts while ment...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in designing innovative electrical systems for complex rail and transit projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, reliable solutions that enhance community in...
6 days ago
Project Engineering Professional
$85K - $100K *
Transform capital projects by leading execution from concept to closeout, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and operational efficiency. Drive process improvements and collaborate cross-functionally t...
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Project Engineering Professional
$95K - $115K *
Pioneer process improvements and lead capital projects, ensuring timely delivery and operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency and quality while managing project lifecycle...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Controls Specialist
$145K - $160K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project controls and management systems. You'll lead initiatives that enhance resource and cost management across large-scale projects, ensuring alignment wi...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize project profitability by gathering and analyzing data, generating reports, and working collaboratively with teams to achieve cost-saving measures, ensuring project success within a defined sc...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of municipal stormwater infrastructure. Lead innovative drainage projects, mentor professionals, and cultivate client relationships to drive growth in Central Tex...
3 weeks ago
Intermediate Project Engineer - Pipelines & Well Pads
$90K - $110K *
Champion the execution of multidisciplinary engineering projects, focusing on above-ground pipelines and well pads. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective project delivery from development through...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Engage with a dynamic team to manage large-scale solar and battery storage projects. Oversee the delivery of SCADA systems by coordinating design teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project ex...
Reposted 1 week ago
$88K - $154K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of infrastructure in oil, gas, and wastewater. Leverage your mechanical engineering expertise to drive innovative projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and en...
5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead engineering projects from concept to production, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage schedules, budgets, and customer communications while driv...
6 days ago
Civil Project Engineer, Roads + Highways
$85K - $120K *
Drive impactful roadway and civil infrastructure projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative designs and solutions while mentoring junior staff and ensuring adherence to...
1 week ago
Senior Project Engineer - Capital Projects
$95K - $115K *
Deliver impactful engineering solutions by leading capital projects across multiple manufacturing sites. Manage project lifecycles from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic objecti...
2 weeks ago
Senior Project Engineer - Capital Projects
$100K - $125K *
Lead and manage capital engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with strategic objectives. Collaborate across teams to drive operational improvements and implement effective engin...
2 weeks ago
Project Mananger - Civil Engineer
$80K - $115K *
Lead civil engineering projects by collaborating with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions in site development, drainage, and roadway design. Manage budgets, schedules, and project scopes...
3 weeks ago
Staff Engineer, Project Manager
$130K - $215K *
Elevate your career by leading eCTW projects for optimal manufacturing efficiency, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solut...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Champion innovative energy solutions by developing Energy Conservation Measures and Facility Improvement Measures. Collaborate with teams to analyze utility consumption, create project timelines, and...
1 week ago
Intermediate Structural Engineer (P.Eng.)
$80K - $95K *
Champion the structural design of multi-family and commercial projects, overseeing all phases from concept to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior engineers while e...
4 days ago
Supervising Discipline Engineer, Structural
$160K - $180K *
Deliver innovative structural engineering solutions for power generation projects. Lead a dynamic team, manage project scopes, and ensure timely delivery of high-quality designs across various power f...
3 weeks ago
Senior Electrical Engineer (Design), Facilities
$120K - $175K *
Lead the charge in designing innovative electrical systems for diverse facilities and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, code-compliant solutions f...
2 days ago
Senior Electrical Engineer (Design), Facilities
$120K - $175K *
Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative electrical systems for diverse facilities and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical, code-complian...
5 days 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.