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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Join us to enhance transportation infrastructure through highway design, focusing on NYSDOT standards. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions for roadway, drainage...
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$67K - $100K *
Elevate your career by contributing to innovative highway design projects. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop transportation solutions that meet NYSDOT standards and enhance roadway...
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$140K - $215K *
Drive innovative project execution across multidisciplinary teams to develop advanced in-space propulsion systems, ensuring alignment with technical objectives, cost, and schedules in a dynamic, fast...
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$140K - $215K *
Innovate by leading cross-functional teams to drive technical execution in the development of advanced in-space propulsion systems. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and program management...
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$95K - $115K *
Elevate product innovation by independently designing and evaluating complex engineering solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and support manufacturing, ensuring adherenc...
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$85K - $100K *
Elevate project management by coordinating ground improvement initiatives from feasibility to delivery, ensuring adherence to budgets, timelines, and quality standards while fostering collaboration am...
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$145K - $234K *
Lead strategic initiatives and client relationships while driving electrical engineering excellence and team growth in the A/E/C industry. Contribute to business development and project delivery, ensu...
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$145K - $234K *
Lead the charge in advancing electrical engineering practices while driving strategic growth and client relationships. Oversee project delivery, manage teams, and ensure technical excellence in a coll...
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$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading strategic projects, fostering client relationships, and driving team growth. Leverage your expertise to innovate and elevate engineering practices...
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$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading strategic projects, fostering client relationships, and driving team growth in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and excellence in the A...
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$95K - $115K *
Empower your career as you lead a commissioning team, ensuring quality deliverables and mentoring staff while managing project performance, risks, and client relationships to achieve operational excel...
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$100K - $120K *
Lead multiple engineering projects, collaborating with stakeholders to define scope, schedule, and budget. Drive project execution and resource coordination while managing risks and expectations in a...
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Staff Engineer III - Structural (PE Required)
$100K - $131K *
Shape the future of structural engineering by managing diverse projects, applying technical expertise, and mentoring engineers to deliver safe, economical, and functional structures. Collaborate with...
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$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by coordinating construction activities, managing multiple projects, and ensuring compliance with specifications. This role requires mentoring, documentation, and effective collaborat...
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Project Engineer - Plumbing & Fire Protection
$80K - $105K *
Contribute to innovative design solutions as a Project Engineer, supporting plumbing and fire protection engineering across diverse projects. Collaborate with clients, architects, and MEP engineers wh...
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Senior Project Manager - Engineering & Design Coordination
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by leading engineering and design coordination for major infrastructure projects. Manage project scope, schedules, and stakeholder relationships to ensure timely and safe execution fr...
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$85K - $110K *
Support project management activities from planning to closeout, collaborating with teams to ensure timely delivery and quality standards. Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic environment while build...
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Electrical Project Engineer, Customer Support
$112K - $122K *
Engineer innovative electrical solutions for service projects, enhancing system reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver technical excellence and lifecycle value...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Help us deliver innovative engineering solutions across diverse projects. You'll lead investigations, perform analyses, and ensure compliance while collaborating with clients and teams to drive projec...
3 weeks ago
Senior Design Engineer, Civil/Site
$130K - $170K *
Lead the charge in managing structural projects, mentoring junior staff, and providing expert guidance across multidisciplinary teams to shape the growth of the Civil/Site Engineering Department...
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Senior Design Engineer, Civil/Site
$130K - $170K *
Seek a seasoned Senior Design Engineer to lead civil projects across NY, mentor junior staff, and ensure client satisfaction. Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams to deliver quality designs, rep...
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Senior Design Engineer, Civil/Site
$130K - $170K *
Join a team that's shaping innovative civil engineering projects while mentoring junior staff. Oversee comprehensive site design with an emphasis on quality and collaboration to drive your career forw...
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Senior Design Engineer, Civil/Site
$130K - $170K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of civil engineering by leading site design projects, mentoring junior engineers, and engaging directly with clients. Your expertise will drive critical infrastru...
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$80K - $110K *
Elevate project outcomes by leading teams through all phases of design and delivery. Foster client relationships and ensure project excellence while managing schedules, budgets, and quality standards...
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$80K - $110K *
Transform project delivery by leading teams through all phases of architectural design and execution. Build strong client relationships while ensuring quality, schedule adherence, and financial perfor...
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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.