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.
Assistant Engineering Project Manager
$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to manage complex waste facility projects, ensuring successful design and construction. Leverage your engineering expertise and leadership skills to drive project success across divers...
6 days ago
Lead Project Engineer - Aerospace
$112K - $155K *
Lead and mentor engineering teams in developing hydraulic actuation devices for aerospace applications. Drive project objectives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver innovative soluti...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Project Engineer/Assistant Project Manager
$72K - $104K *
Drive project success by leveraging your engineering expertise and coordination skills. Collaborate with teams to manage project documentation, budgets, and compliance while supporting the transition...
1 week ago
$90K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation by managing complex highway projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to deliver innovative designs and collaborate across disciplines in a...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Shape the future of transportation engineering by leading design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring quality and efficiency in roadway and bridge projects while mentorin...
2 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Shape the future as a Project Engineer, overseeing engineering activities across projects, ensuring compliance with national codes, and leading design development for a global business unit. Drive inn...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's driving excellence in construction engineering and inspection. Lead high-performing teams, optimize project outcomes, and build lasting client relationships while making a significa...
3 weeks ago
Senior Project Engineer - Multidisciplinary
$125K - $150K *
Drive impactful engineering solutions by leading a multidisciplinary team in delivering innovative projects across water and transportation sectors, ensuring quality and efficiency within budget and t...
2 weeks ago
$72K - $108K *
Shape innovative water treatment solutions by providing technical expertise, guiding design modifications, and supporting project management. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and optimize s...
1 week ago
Project Engineer - Civil/Water Engineering
$80K - $95K *
Empower communities by managing small to mid-sized municipal water projects. Lead from inception to delivery, fostering client relationships and collaborating with a skilled team to ensure high-qualit...
Yesterday
$110K - $120K *
Shape the future of air traffic control tower construction by managing project documentation, schedules, and subcontractor coordination. Collaborate with senior team members to ensure timely procureme...
1 week ago
$145K - $269K *
Partner with us to drive engineering excellence, ensuring technical performance, cost efficiency, and schedule adherence across programs while managing risks and fostering collaboration with stakehold...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive the successful design and delivery of complex engineering projects, ensuring alignment with performance, quality, and safety standards while managing resources and timelines effectively througho...
Today
$160K - $185K *
Join a dynamic team to coordinate design deliverables for major utility projects. Collaborate on substation design, ensuring quality and compliance with industry standards while managing project activ...
5 days ago
Project Engineer, Mechanical Procurement
$80K - $95K *
Drive innovative HVAC procurement strategies, collaborating with teams to ensure optimal performance, budget adherence, and timely delivery of mechanical systems while fostering strong supplier relati...
1 week ago
Senior Project Engineer - Civil/Site
$95K - $115K *
Transform your career by leading innovative land development projects. Leverage your expertise in civil engineering to design effective stormwater systems and collaborate with clients to achieve their...
1 week ago
$108K - $130K *
Drive midstream project success by managing conceptual studies and detailed designs across diverse assets, ensuring client satisfaction and effective resource allocation while overseeing project profi...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform your career by designing innovative material handling systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to create customized solutions, ensuring project success from concept to execution while enjoyin...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing project administration for multiple small to medium-sized projects, ensuring effective cost and schedule management while supporting the Project Manager and overseeing proj...
Reposted 1 week ago
Project Engineer 3 (Infrastructure & Security Projects)
$95K - $115K *
Transform your career by leading complex infrastructure and security projects. As a key technical liaison, you'll ensure project success from design through construction, managing multidisciplinary te...
Reposted 4 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Contribute to project administration by supporting management of cost, schedule, and quality for multiple projects. Leverage expertise to oversee project functions and foster collaboration for success...
Reposted 1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive project success by supporting project managers in managing cost, schedule, and quality across multiple small to medium-sized projects while overseeing support functions and ensuring safety on-si...
Reposted 1 week ago
Project Engineer, New Product Development
$100K - $120K *
Transform the product lifecycle by supporting the design and commercialization of complex natural gas generator systems, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration across teams for critical infra...
Reposted 1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic engineering team focused on developing cutting-edge test equipment for satellite electronics. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success and co...
5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Accelerate progress at our Operations team by managing onsite trade activities, ensuring project execution, and mentoring junior associates. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to elevate constructi...
Reposted 4 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.