Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs

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.

What Senior Mechanical Design Engineers Do

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Paths and Industries

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.

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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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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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in innovative product development by managing design, validation, and launch of electromechanical systems for automotive applications, ensuring alignment with performance, quality, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the delivery of complex water infrastructure projects, balancing project management and technical engineering. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful execution of dam and h...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $133K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional HVAC project management. Oversee all phases of construction, ensuring safety compliance, document control, and financial management while fosteri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $105K *

Join us to design and implement innovative mechanical systems. Leverage your expertise in AutoCAD and Solid Works to create detailed drawings and perform engineering calculations, while collaborating...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead electrical engineering design for diverse projects in commercial, institutional, and industrial sectors. Collaborate on impactful solutions while mentoring junior engineers...

Lethbridge, ABIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead geotechnical investigations and design for major civil projects, ensuring safety and compliance. Collaborate on levees, channels, and shore protection initiatives while overseeing project specifi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical design by executing medium- and low-voltage power systems and protection & control tasks, ensuring compliance with standards while delivering high-q...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $130K *

Drive electrical design excellence from concept to construction, ensuring compliance with standards and codes. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality power system designs and studies, while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Manage and enhance quality standards across diverse projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and regulations. Collaborate with teams to drive quality initiatives and mentor staff, contributin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Drive construction project success by overseeing engineering services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and delivering quality assurance. Collaborate with government personnel to manage contracts...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive project success by overseeing construction engineering services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing quality assurance. Collaborate with government personnel to deliver projects...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality construction projects by overseeing engineering services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing expert guidance throughout the project lifecycl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $102K *

Take ownership of construction project engineering services, ensuring quality assurance, contract compliance, and effective communication with government personnel while supporting project delivery an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine engineering solutions as a senior engineer, leading complex projects and enhancing field operations through innovative strategies while collaborating with teams and stakeholders to drive mea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing high-tech projects, ensuring exceptional client relations and safety. Oversee program management, trade partner facilitation, and continuous improvement practices to achiev...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civil engineering by leading major projects, ensuring sustainable development, and mentoring talent while delivering high-quality solutions that meet municipal...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and deliver innovative communications solutions for complex transportation projects, ensuring operational readiness and compliance through collaboration with multidiscip...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead transportation engineering projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary experts to deliver quality designs and reports. Mentor junior staff while managing client relation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative electrical designs for Federal projects, leading teams and ensuring quality. Collaborate with project managers to meet budgets while mentoring staff and enhancing efficiency in a dy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Transform complex electrical designs for Federal projects, leading teams and ensuring quality. Collaborate with project managers to meet budgets and timelines while mentoring staff and enhancing effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading electrical design projects for Federal and Government sectors. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables, mentor staff, and apply industry standards while ma...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $105K *

Shape innovative HVAC and plumbing designs for diverse projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions on time and within budget while enhancing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$82K - $124K *

Drive civil engineering excellence by providing early-stage support for Community Solar projects, focusing on stormwater management, site constraints, and permitting processes to ensure successful pro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Potential next steps include principal or staff mechanical engineer, engineering manager, technical program leader, or a specialized design and product development role.