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.
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading complex mechanical engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative designs, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring junior en...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $170K *
Manage execution of cross-functional projects, driving product development from concept to launch. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery, maintain project tracking, and communicate effectiv...
2 weeks ago
Mechanical Project Engineer, Intermediate
$73K - $109K *
Elevate your career by managing mechanical engineering projects from initiation to completion, ensuring efficient and safe execution of capital projects in manufacturing environments, while providing...
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$83K - $124K *
Empower your career by leading engineering activities for diverse water treatment projects, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation...
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$101K - $152K *
Transform complex structural challenges into innovative solutions. Collaborate with design engineers to ensure structural integrity through advanced analysis techniques, influencing projects from ince...
5 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee construction projects valued at $5m-$25m. Leverage your expertise in project management, financial oversight, and team leadership to ensure safety, quality, and client s...
5 days ago
Project Engineer III, Sustainability
$132K - $145K *
Elevate sustainability initiatives by leading energy projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance campus infrastructure, ensuring efficient design, execution, and com...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join our team to lead complex structural engineering projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring high standards of quality and safety throughout the project l...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical design by leading multiple projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring seamless coordination across disciplines while delivering innovative s...
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$103K - $149K *
Champion electrical engineering excellence by leading project delivery, mentoring teams, and fostering client relationships. Balance hands-on design with strategic oversight to ensure compliance and i...
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$95K - $115K *
Champion the design and engineering of diverse water/wastewater projects, ensuring compliance with codes and standards while mentoring junior engineers and managing project deliverables as Engineer-of...
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Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical engineering by leading multiple design projects, coordinating cross-discipline activities, and mentoring junior staff while ensuring compliance with...
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$80K - $95K *
Lead and innovate as an Electrical Engineer, driving project success through collaboration, technical excellence, and client engagement. Contribute to diverse engineering projects while fostering team...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in executing complex utility-scale power generation projects, serving as a key technical interface across disciplines and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within...
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$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of construction contract administration, ensuring quality assurance and effective project management. Collaborate with contractors and oversee field operations to maintain schedules and...
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$95K - $115K *
Champion innovative structural designs and lead project teams to deliver exceptional engineering solutions. Collaborate with clients and partners to exceed expectations while mentoring junior engineer...
1 week ago
Junior/Intermediate Civil Engineering Designer
$76K - $114K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation infrastructure. As a Civil Engineering Designer, you'll collaborate on diverse projects, enhancing mobility and community connectivity while gai...
3 weeks ago
Project Engineer - Traffic Operations Design
$85K - $102K *
Drive the technical design and coordination of traffic operations projects, ensuring compliance with standards while managing project delivery, budgets, and mentoring junior engineers in a collaborati...
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$115K - $157K *
Drive impactful survey projects by leading teams, ensuring technical accuracy, and mentoring talent in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with clients and manage project scope, budget, and quality...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive your career with a role focused on developing and managing maintenance plans, budgets, and asset preservation strategies while overseeing operations and project staff to enhance facility perform...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive project success by leading multi-discipline teams from scope development to execution, ensuring client satisfaction and financial accountability while fostering innovation and collaboration acro...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, leading engineering and design projects from inception to execution. Collaborate with diverse clients, manage budgets, and ensure project success through effe...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in project management, leading multi-discipline engineering efforts from scope development to execution, ensuring client satisfaction and project success across d...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
The Civil/Senior Site Civil Engineer will be responsible for the design of facility-related sites in support of Data Center and other Mission Critical buildings. This role involves coordinating with a...
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Engineering Department Manager
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to leading a multidisciplinary engineering department, fostering collaboration, and driving project success while mentoring engineers across various disciplines in a dynam...
3 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.