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.
Senior Project Manager- Transmission
$140K - $160K *
Champion the development of transmission asset projects, focusing on scoping, planning, and advancing initiatives to construction-ready status. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success...
1 week ago
Senior Project Manager- Transmission
$140K - $160K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by leading impactful transmission projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll drive project success through collaboration, strategic planning, and pro...
1 week ago
$80K - $125K *
Transform electrical systems through analysis, design, and commissioning. Collaborate with diverse teams on infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and quality while leading the production of tec...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading engineering projects, ensuring quality and safety standards while collaborating with customers and stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions and improvements across mult...
5 days ago
Senior Project Engineer - Onsite
$86K - $165K *
Champion cross-functional collaboration to drive engineering projects, enhance producibility, and resolve technical challenges in the commercial fan blade production process, ensuring alignment with b...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive multidisciplinary design coordination and governance for Facilities in the High-Speed Rail programme, ensuring alignment with operational, regulatory, and performance targets while leading a tea...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Civil Engineer - Project Manager
$104K - $167K *
Elevate your career by leading municipal engineering projects, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovative solutions and ensure p...
1 week ago
Senior Project Engineer - Transportation
$125K - $150K *
Advance your career by leading transportation projects, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring teams and managing client expectations. Drive success through technical expertise and effective...
2 weeks ago
$160K - $230K *
Join a team that's redefining product engineering by owning high-impact areas from concept to launch. Collaborate closely with leadership to enhance user experiences and drive innovation in a fast-pac...
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Project Engineer - Water & Wastewater
$85K - $125K *
Deliver innovative engineering solutions for water and wastewater projects, managing multiple assignments while ensuring quality, budget, and schedule adherence. Collaborate with diverse teams and men...
2 weeks ago
$102K - $149K *
Unlock potential by leading facility condition assessments, leveraging 7-10 years of MEP expertise to guide teams and ensure compliance across diverse client portfolios, while mentoring others and dri...
6 days ago
$102K - $149K *
Drive your career with a leading role in assessing and managing facility systems. Utilize your expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design to lead projects and mentor teams, ensuring comp...
6 days ago
$102K - $149K *
Grow your career with us by leading Facility Condition Assessment projects, leveraging your expertise in mechanical systems to assess and manage facility systems for diverse clients across the globe...
6 days ago
$102K - $149K *
Inspire excellence in facility assessments by leveraging your engineering expertise. Lead teams to evaluate mechanical systems, ensuring compliance and quality across diverse projects while mentoring...
6 days ago
$102K - $140K *
Join a team that's dedicated to leading Facility Condition Assessments globally. Leverage your expertise in MEP systems to mentor others, execute project plans, and ensure compliance while working in...
6 days ago
$102K - $149K *
Lead transformative Facility Condition Assessment projects, leveraging your expertise in MEP systems to guide teams and ensure compliance across diverse client portfolios. Drive quality and efficiency...
6 days ago
$102K - $149K *
Analyze facility systems and lead assessments for large portfolios, leveraging 7-10 years of MEP expertise. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and quality, while mentoring others and managing...
6 days ago
$102K - $149K *
Lead the charge in assessing and managing facility systems for diverse clients. Utilize your expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to deliver high-quality evaluations and recommend...
6 days ago
$102K - $149K *
Unlock potential by leading Facility Condition Assessment projects, leveraging your expertise in MEP systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to evaluate and enhance facility performance for clients ac...
6 days ago
Sr Electrical Project Engineer
$132K - $156K *
Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading a dynamic team to deliver innovative design solutions across diverse sectors, ensuring compliance and sustainability while fostering collaboration...
1 week ago
Sr Electrical Project Engineer
$132K - $156K *
Transform electrical design projects by leading a skilled team, ensuring high-quality solutions, and collaborating with clients to meet their needs across various sectors, including healthcare and edu...
1 week ago
Design Manager Mechanical and Process Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading multidisciplinary design teams in mechanical engineering projects. Oversee the development of innovative gas processing systems while ensuring compliance with industry stan...
5 days ago
$90K - $150K *
Champion innovative electrical project management through the development, implementation, and oversight of engineering projects from conception to closeout, ensuring compliance with safety and qualit...
Reposted 4 days ago
$83K - $110K *
Innovate electrical engineering solutions by managing diverse projects, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design efficient electrical systems, including EV...
2 weeks ago
$83K - $110K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead electrical design projects, mentor engineers, and innovate solutions for building systems, including EV charging infrastructure. Collaborate across dis...
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.