Engineering Design Manager Jobs in South Carolina
Engineering Design Manager jobs in South Carolina are in steady demand, concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, automotive supply chains, and advanced materials engineering, with openings at every level from senior individual contributor to multi-site director. The heaviest hiring is in Charleston, Greenville, and Columbia, where employers like Boeing, Michelin, and Bosch have long-established operations requiring ongoing design leadership. Program management, mechanical systems design, and cross-functional product development are the specialties South Carolina employers request most consistently. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
- Design and plan production for general civil on a wide variety of projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities.
- Perform quantity calculations.
- Prepare specifications and contract documents.
- Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed.
- Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position.
- Supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- A minimum of 4 years experience in general civil engineering
- Proficient and demonstrated applied experience with CAD civil engineering software such as Bentley Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Civil 3D; specialty civil platforms (e.g., Openflows) as required
- Local candidates are preferred
LI-SM1
- Bachelor's degree
- Previous experience in general civil engineering
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
: United States-South Carolina-GreenvilleOther Locations
: United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-South Carolina-CharlestonIndustry
: Building EngineeringSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Posting
: Nov 9, 2026
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.
- Design and plan production for general civil on a wide variety of projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities.
- Perform quantity calculations.
- Prepare specifications and contract documents.
- Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures.
- Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed.
- Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position.
- Supervise a small staff of professionals and technicians as needed.
- Perform other duties as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- A minimum of 4 years experience in general civil engineering
- Proficient and demonstrated applied experience with CAD civil engineering software such as Bentley Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Civil 3D; specialty civil platforms (e.g., Openflows) as required
- Local candidates are preferred
LI-SM1
- Bachelor's degree
- Previous experience in general civil engineering
- Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
- Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
: United States-South Carolina-GreenvilleOther Locations
: United States-South Carolina-Columbia, United States-South Carolina-CharlestonIndustry
: Building EngineeringSchedule
: Full-timeEmployee Status
: RegularJob Posting
: Nov 9, 2026See All 15 Engineering Design Manager Jobs in South Carolina
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Engineering Design Manager Job Market in South Carolina
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What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering design manager jobs across South Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering required
- Professional Engineer license or eligibility preferred by South Carolina employers
- Five or more years of engineering experience with direct team leadership
- Proficiency in CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or CATIA
- Experience managing full product development lifecycles from concept to production
- Familiarity with aerospace, automotive, or advanced manufacturing quality standards
Engineering Design Manager Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering design manager in South Carolina?
Most engineering design manager roles in South Carolina require a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline followed by several years of hands-on engineering work before moving into leadership. Earning a Professional Engineer license through the South Carolina Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors strengthens your candidacy significantly, particularly with aerospace, defense, and automotive employers in the state. A PE license is sometimes required at the senior or principal level.
Which companies hire engineering design managers in South Carolina?
South Carolina engineering design manager roles are posted by Techtronic Industries Co., SMS Data Products Group, and HDR and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. South Carolina's large aerospace and automotive manufacturing base means many of these employers operate permanent engineering design teams rather than project-based contracts.
Which South Carolina cities have the most engineering design manager jobs?
Anderson, Columbia, and Greenville have the most engineering design manager openings in South Carolina. Charleston leads because of its Boeing and defense contractor cluster, Greenville draws from Michelin's North American headquarters and a dense automotive supplier network, and Columbia's mix of state government contractors and university-affiliated research organizations rounds out the distribution.
Are there remote engineering design manager jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of engineering design manager openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves collaborating with production floors, test facilities, and cross-functional teams in person. The parts of the role most likely to be done remotely are documentation review, vendor coordination, and cross-site project management.
How can I get hired as a engineering design manager in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a lead engineer or senior engineer role first, then stepping into management within the same organization. Large South Carolina employers like Boeing in North Charleston and Michelin in Greenville hire new engineers into rotational development programs that build the cross-functional exposure managers need. Building a PE license candidacy early and taking on project lead assignments in your current role are the credentials that most consistently open the door.
Where can I find and apply to engineering design manager jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to engineering design manager jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current South Carolina openings in one place. Search the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and location preferences.
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