Senior Mechanical Project Engineer Jobs

Explore senior mechanical project engineer opportunities with organizations seeking experienced professionals to lead complex engineering projects. Ladders features vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles focused on mechanical design, project execution, equipment, and systems development.

What Does a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer Do?

Senior mechanical project engineers guide projects from early planning and design through procurement, testing, and delivery. They coordinate with engineering teams, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders; manage scope, schedules, budgets, and technical risks; and ensure designs meet applicable performance, quality, and safety requirements. Depending on the industry, work may involve facilities, manufacturing equipment, energy systems, infrastructure, or product development.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field, substantial project engineering experience, and a record of delivering technically complex work. Useful strengths include mechanical design and analysis, project planning, cost and schedule control, risk management, technical documentation, and clear communication. Familiarity with CAD tools, relevant codes and standards, and project management methods may also be important. Requirements vary by role and employer.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Senior mechanical project engineers can pursue opportunities across industries such as aerospace, construction, energy, manufacturing, and consulting. With experience, professionals may advance into engineering management, program leadership, technical leadership, or project director roles. Browse Ladders for vetted senior mechanical project engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, and compare opportunities based on responsibilities, location, and qualifications.

Find Your Next Senior Mechanical Project Engineer Role

Use Ladders to explore openings that match your experience and career goals. Review each listing for salary details, required expertise, and project scope, then apply to positions aligned with your strengths in mechanical engineering and project delivery.

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$88K - $105K *

Transform manufacturing processes by providing expert support and data analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance yield and product performance using Lean, Six Sigma, and CAMP method...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive efficiency in advanced aerospace electronics manufacturing by optimizing processes, analyzing workflows, and implementing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance productivity and product qua...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $120K *

Engineer innovative water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and sustainability. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver effective solutions for municipal and industrial cli...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $165K *

Lead traffic engineering projects, enhancing mobility and safety across NYC and Long Island. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, manage technical tasks, and mentor junior staff to deliver high-q...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $165K *

Transform transportation infrastructure by leading traffic engineering projects, enhancing community connectivity through innovative design and analysis, while mentoring junior staff and collaborating...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading traffic engineering projects that enhance mobility and safety across New York City and Long Island. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff whil...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $165K *

Transform transportation projects by leading traffic engineering efforts, enhancing mobility and safety through innovative design and analysis. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholder...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by driving the mechanical design and analysis of turbomachinery components. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate and improve products for gas turbine engines, utilizing adva...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Innovate your career by designing and developing cutting-edge analog and digital circuits. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product safety and reliability while supporting production...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading plumbing engineering design for diverse projects. Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and contractors, while ensuring compliance with standards and budget go...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in complex HVAC procurement, mentoring junior staff while enhancing supplier partnerships and driving process improvements across multiple projects to maximize efficiency and revenue o...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in transitioning prototype developments to production-ready systems, ensuring quality and efficiency in engineering processes while managing product lifecycle and technical documentati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $138K *

Transform UAV systems through engineering support, design modifications, and configuration management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and ensure seamless produc...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $138K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role supporting UAV systems through engineering modifications, design verification, and configuration management. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performanc...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by applying advanced automation expertise to design and develop complex electrical control systems, ensuring compliance with NQA-1 quality assurance standards while mentoring junio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$132K - $251K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace actuation technologies. Lead multidisciplinary efforts in algorithm development and mechatronic system design, ensuring safety and performance in adv...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $100K *

Transform product development by leading innovative engineering projects, ensuring quality and alignment with business goals. Collaborate across teams to drive technical execution and deliver exceptio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$145K - $203K *

Transform your career by leading the design of innovative Crew Systems for lunar missions. Collaborate with engineers, mentor junior talent, and ensure manufacturability while contributing to sustaina...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K *

Join a team that's redefining structural engineering by tackling complex design challenges across diverse projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary experts while mentoring junior staff and enhancin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to lead HVAC and plumbing design projects for diverse facilities. Leverage your expertise to mentor junior engineers and drive innovative solutions in a collaborative environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K *

Innovate structural engineering solutions for advanced nuclear systems, bridging design and construction. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient, safe, and scalable implementation of first-of-a-ki...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower mining projects by leading instrumentation and controls engineering efforts. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and excellence in design, a...

Denver, CORemote

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead and empower project teams in instrumentation and controls for mining projects, ensuring effective design, client engagement, and technical excellence while mentoring staff and managing project de...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee project delivery from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met while collaborating across departments to achieve customer satisfaction and projec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the delivery of power system generation and transmission interconnection services, managing complex studies and guiding engineers to optimize grid strategies and enhance organizational growth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior mechanical project engineer do?question toggle

    A senior mechanical project engineer leads or coordinates mechanical engineering projects, overseeing technical design and execution while managing schedules, budgets, stakeholders, quality, and project risks.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for senior mechanical project engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly request a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline and significant relevant experience. They may also value project leadership, mechanical design skills, knowledge of industry standards, and strong communication.

  • Which industries hire senior mechanical project engineers?question toggle

    Opportunities may be available in manufacturing, energy, aerospace, construction, infrastructure, consulting, and other industries that develop or operate mechanical systems and equipment.

  • How much do senior mechanical project engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary and compensation details.

  • What career paths can follow this role?question toggle

    Experienced senior mechanical project engineers may move into engineering management, program management, project director positions, or specialized technical leadership roles.