Design Engineer Jobs

Design Engineer jobs are open across aerospace, automotive, consumer electronics, and industrial manufacturing, from entry-level to senior and principal, with specializations in mechanical design, product development, and systems integration. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles3,788+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerLockheed Martin
Top citySunnyvale, CA
Work type55% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
Civil Engineer - Entry-level Site Design
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Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
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Civil Engineer - Entry-level Site Design
Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
Boston, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$75k - $90k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
Civil Engineer - Entry-level Site Design
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Civil Engineer - Entry-level Site Design
Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
Wilmington, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$75k - $90k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
Structural Engineer - Entry-level Bridge Design
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Structural Engineer - Entry-level Bridge Design
Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
Wilmington, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$75k - $90k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
Structural Engineer - Entry-level Bridge Design
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Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
New 6h ago
Structural Engineer - Entry-level Bridge Design
Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
Boston, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$75k - $90k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
Civil Engineer - Entry-level Highway Design
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Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
New 6h ago
Civil Engineer - Entry-level Highway Design
Greenman-Pedersen, Inc
Wilmington, Massachusetts
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
$75k - $90k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Design Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Lockheed Martin
    Lockheed Martin133
  • Amazon
    Amazon106
  • Blue Origin
    Blue Origin64
  • LJB
    LJB57
  • Raytheon
    Raytheon49

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services83
  • Electronics & Hardware53
  • Construction & Real Estate34
  • Energy23
  • Manufacturing23

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in design engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or related engineering discipline
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as SOLIDWORKS, Creo, or CATIA
  • Experience applying GD&T to production drawings and tolerancing
  • Familiarity with DFM and DFA principles across manufacturing processes
  • Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings and BOMs
  • Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including manufacturing and QA

Tips for Your Design Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume to each discipline

Design engineering covers mechanical, electrical, and systems work, so a generic resume hurts you. Rewrite your summary and skills section to mirror the specific discipline in each posting, whether that's GD&T, PCB layout, or CAD-driven product development.

Show design intent in your portfolio

Hiring managers want to see how you think, not just what you built. Include annotated sketches, tolerance analyses, or revision histories alongside finished models to demonstrate your decision-making process from concept to production-ready design.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists design engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that name your CAD platform

Employers screen hard on tooling. If a posting calls for SOLIDWORKS and you have Creo, flag that gap upfront in your cover letter with a credible learning timeline rather than hoping it goes unnoticed in a technical screen.

Prepare for a design challenge or whiteboard test

Most design engineering interviews include a hands-on problem, such as sketching a bracket under load constraints or walking through a failure mode analysis. Practice articulating your reasoning out loud, not just arriving at the right answer.

Negotiate using scope, not just title

Design engineer offers vary widely by program complexity and ownership level. Ask what percentage of the role is original design versus sustaining engineering before accepting, then use that scope to anchor your negotiation around responsibility rather than seniority band alone.

Design Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most design engineers?

The companies hiring the most design engineers right now include Lockheed Martin, Amazon, and Blue Origin, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Aerospace, automotive, and consumer electronics firms consistently account for the bulk of active postings.

How many design engineer jobs are remote?

About 45% of design engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than most engineering disciplines because hands-on prototyping and lab access are often required. Software-adjacent roles such as CAD automation, simulation engineering, and technical documentation tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible positions.

How do you become a design engineer?

Most design engineers start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering, then build proficiency in at least one industry-standard CAD platform. Internships or co-op programs that involve hands-on product development are critical for landing a first role. From there, pursuing certifications in GD&T, DFMEA, or a specific CAD tool accelerates hiring at more senior levels.

Can you get a design engineer job with little experience?

Yes, entry-level design engineer roles are a real and active hiring category. Employers prioritize candidates who can demonstrate applied CAD work, such as capstone projects, personal builds, or maker portfolio pieces, over pure academic credentials. Targeting smaller manufacturers or contract engineering firms gives you faster hands-on exposure than large OEMs, which often have longer ramp times for new engineers.

What does the design engineer interview process look like?

Most design engineer interviews move through a recruiter screen, a technical phone interview focused on fundamentals like tolerancing and materials, and a panel or on-site round that includes a design exercise or whiteboard challenge. Employers at the on-site stage typically ask you to walk through a past project in detail, so prepare to discuss your design decisions, constraints you faced, and how you iterated toward a final solution.

Where can I find and apply to design engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to design engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your discipline, experience level, and location preference, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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