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.
$135K - $210K *
Reimagine network engineering solutions by leveraging your expertise to support DISN projects. You'll provide integrated technical solutions and guide the planning, analysis, and implementation across...
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$92K - $110K *
Join our multidisciplinary team as you lead electrical and instrumentation engineering projects from design to startup. Collaborate with clients and vendors to ensure successful project execution and...
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$95K - $115K *
Engineer innovative electrical and instrumentation solutions for energy facilities, leading projects from design to startup. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure technical excellence and project s...
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$85K - $102K *
Drive civil engineering excellence by providing design and technical support for construction and renovation projects within the NAVFAC Northwest area. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensu...
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Professional Engineer - Construction
$165K - $185K *
Lead inspections and project reviews to ensure compliance with building standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver quality assurance in construction projects, while traveling occasionally to various...
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$110K - $130K *
Empower engineering excellence by leading electrical design and automation projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring staff and managing resources ef...
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$120K - $170K *
Explore opportunities to lead construction projects, ensuring compliance and safety while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams. Drive project success through effective planning, commu...
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Construction Materials Principal Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in ensuring quality and performance across diverse construction materials testing projects, mentoring teams, and driving business development while maintaining technical excellence and...
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Shape the future of civil and structural engineering by investigating failures, conducting analyses, and providing expert testimony. Collaborate with a dynamic team to assess damages and ensure compli...
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Project Manager, Mechanical Construction
$90K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team to lead mechanical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and safety. Drive project success through effective management, collaboration, and innovative solutions while fos...
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Project Manager, Mechanical Construction
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in managing mechanical construction projects, ensuring timely delivery, safety, and budget adherence while fostering strong relationships with clients and teams to achieve exceptional...
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$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading geotechnical engineering for major bridge projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, oversee subsurface investigations, and ensure seamless coordination with st...
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Principal Engineer Civil/Structural
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in engineering excellence by applying advanced principles and practices to manage complex projects. Supervise a skilled team, ensuring compliance and innovation while fostering client...
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Principal Engineer Civil/Structural
$120K - $145K *
Engage in innovative engineering practices, leading projects and teams while applying advanced concepts. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to drive organizational success and implement effecti...
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Senior Electrical Engineer, Aviation
$120K - $170K *
Empower your career by leading electrical utility relocation projects in a dynamic airport environment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance aviation infrastructure and ensure seamless...
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$75K - $95K *
Contribute to innovative civil engineering projects by designing municipal infrastructure and land development plans. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver detailed designs, cost estimates, and c...
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$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of life science projects by leading multi-discipline teams, ensuring project delivery excellence, and fostering client relationships. Drive business growth while mentoring staff and m...
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$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential by optimizing industrial processes and enhancing manufacturing efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative solutions that meet safety, quality, and cost ob...
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$95K - $159K *
Advance enterprise security solutions by managing stakeholder dependencies, enhancing security designs, and delivering timely project outcomes while collaborating with technical teams and clients to e...
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$115K - $165K *
Lead the design and implementation of electrical systems for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, mentor junior engineers, and ensur...
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$120K - $174K *
Join a team that's dedicated to leading complex commissioning projects while managing and mentoring technical professionals to ensure exceptional outcomes and foster business growth in the Oregon mark...
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Senior Project Manager, Roadway
$100K - $120K *
Lead complex engineering design projects, focusing on roadway improvements. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and ensure project quality and deadlines are met while commun...
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$72K - $116K *
Lead cross-functional project teams to develop and implement innovative manufacturing solutions, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards while driving continuous improvement initia...
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Highway Design - Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Optimize transportation projects by leading design efforts, managing teams, and ensuring quality deliverables. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance roadway design while fostering mentorship and c...
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Highway Design - Project Manager
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of transportation by leading highway design projects, managing scope, schedule, and budget while mentoring junior engineers in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and cl...
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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.