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.
Project Engineer IV - Water/Wastewater
$88K - $105K *
Partner with us to lead complex water/wastewater projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Utilize your engineering expertise to manage project lifecycles, mentor junior staff, and drive business gro...
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Project Manager - Civil/Water Resources Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career as a Project Manager leading multidisciplinary civil and water resources projects, managing budgets, scopes, and teams to deliver solutions that enhance communities and ensure proj...
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$120K - $140K *
Lead impactful capital projects in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of facility upgrades, utility systems, and manufacturing...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive procurement excellence by managing contracts and costs for large-scale projects. Leverage your expertise in construction management to ensure compliance, optimize processes, and foster collabora...
2 weeks ago
Civil Engineer (PE)/Civil Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Shape your career by leading civil engineering projects from design to construction. Manage project scope, budget, and client relationships while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance wit...
5 days ago
Senior Project Engineer (CMT) - Annapolis Junction, MD
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing Construction Materials Testing projects, ensuring compliance with standards while fostering client relationships. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to drive proje...
1 week ago
Senior Project Engineer (CMT) - Annapolis Junction, MD
$95K - $115K *
Lead and manage construction materials testing projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive project success while developing client relationships and supporti...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Contribute to innovative projects by applying your engineering expertise in the design of structural foundations for utility-scale renewable energy facilities, enhancing sustainable solutions within d...
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$90K - $110K *
Transform structural designs for renewable energy projects, overseeing foundations and retaining walls for solar and wind facilities while collaborating with project managers to ensure project success...
Reposted yesterday
$85K - $120K *
Shape your career by leading project teams and fostering client relationships while delivering high-quality engineering solutions. Join us to drive innovative design and mentor a dedicated team in the...
Reposted yesterday
$85K - $120K *
Advance your career by leading structural engineering projects, mentoring teams, and fostering client relationships. Drive project success while ensuring high-quality deliverables and compliance with...
Reposted yesterday
$90K - $110K *
Tackle structural design challenges for renewable energy projects. Collaborate closely with Project Managers to ensure precision in structural calculations and documentation. Bring your engineering ex...
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$165K - $237K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative HVAC and Plumbing solutions for industrial projects, managing budgets and schedules while ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Mentor engineers and dr...
2 weeks ago
$161K - $241K *
Transform advanced tool design and structural optimization by leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive excellence through mentorship, compliance, and collaboration, ensuring innovative solutions meet...
2 weeks ago
Project Engineering Manager - Industrial Water
$126K - $211K *
Lead multi-discipline engineering teams to execute diverse water projects, ensuring quality and timeliness. Optimize budgets and schedules while mentoring staff and interfacing with clients for succes...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$75K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team to lead mechanical R&D projects, develop prototypes, and implement engineering solutions for innovative Air-Core Coil products while collaborating across departments to drive succe...
3 weeks ago
Intermediate - Senior Structural Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Lead innovative structural projects across diverse sectors, providing technical direction and mentorship. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and compliance while enhancing your career in a suppo...
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Structural Building Engineering - Project Manager
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by overseeing structural analysis and design projects, guiding junior engineers, and ensuring quality and compliance while fostering strong client relationships to deliver excellence...
Reposted 1 week ago
$90K - $140K *
Join us to develop TIC estimates for small capital projects, collaborating with clients and project teams. Enhance your skills in cost controls and scheduling while contributing to diverse engineering...
2 weeks ago
Senior Project Engineer - Mechanical (HVAC)
$95K - $115K *
Transform your career by leading complex engineering projects, ensuring quality and budget adherence while mentoring a team. Drive project success through collaboration, technical expertise, and stron...
2 weeks ago
Project Engineer/Control Account Manager (CAM)
$118K - $219K *
Join a dynamic team to manage engineering projects, ensuring technical, schedule, and cost performance. Collaborate across disciplines to drive efficiency and maintain compliance while addressing reso...
3 weeks ago
Project Engineer/Control Account Manager (CAM)
$118K - $219K *
Drive project execution by managing technical, schedule, and cost performance across multiple programs. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure compliance and optimize resource allocation while a...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Support the structural team in delivering innovative solutions for water, wastewater, and municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring quality design and analysis while fostering collaboration and comm...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive project excellence by managing multiple workstreams in a major pipeline expansion program. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes and support governance activities while m...
3 weeks ago
Civil Engineering Project Manager
$100K - $140K *
Lead the charge in managing land development projects, guiding design teams from inception to completion while ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction. Mentor junior engineers and drive...
4 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.