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Engine Design Engineer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Doral, FL · On-site

$102.20K - $123.50K/yr

... Engine Sales and Leasing, Used Serviceable Material (USM) Sales and Parts Exchange, Flight ... Leads a team of mechanical design and stress engineers to develop models, drawings, and required ...

If you share our passion for design, art, and technology, we'd love to hear from you. Senior Unreal Engine Programmer. Responsibilities: * Extend and customize Unreal Engine functionalities to meet ...

Unreal Engine DevOps Engineer

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$50.75 - $69.75/hr

If you share our passion for design, art, and technology, we'd love to hear from you. Job Summary: We're seeking an experienced Unreal Engine DevOps Engineer to join our growing team at Imerza LLC, a ...

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As a Mechanical Engineer at Engine & Accessory, you will lead the creation of detailed designs ... and experience, Engine & Accessory will continue to enhance our product lines and design new ...

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As a Mechanical Engineer at Engine & Accessory, you will lead the creation of detailed designs ... and experience, Engine & Accessory will continue to enhance our product lines and design new ...

Cloud Data Services Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

$52.75 - $70.50/hr

Design, engineer, and implement solutions and provide recommendations for continous improvement for ... Strong technical knowledge in the Microsoft SQL Server database engine and related components ...

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How much do engine design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for engine design engineer in Florida is $65,873.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,800.00 and $73,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Engine Design Engineer job?

An Engine Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and testing internal combustion engines or alternative powertrain systems. They work on improving engine performance, efficiency, emissions, and durability while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Their role involves using CAD software, conducting simulations, and collaborating with teams across manufacturing, research, and testing. These engineers play a key role in advancing automotive, aerospace, and industrial engine technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Engine Design Engineer position, and why are they important?

Engine Design Engineers need a solid background in mechanical engineering, thermodynamics, and computer-aided design (CAD), often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Experience with simulation software like ANSYS or MATLAB, knowledge of industry standards, and certifications such as Professional Engineer (PE) can be highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective collaboration and communication skills help individuals excel in this role. These competencies ensure the engineer can create efficient, innovative, and reliable engine designs that meet both technical and regulatory requirements.

What types of projects do Engine Design Engineers typically work on, and how do they collaborate with other departments?

Engine Design Engineers are often involved in developing new engine concepts, improving existing engine performance, and ensuring designs comply with regulatory standards. Their daily responsibilities may include creating 3D models, performing simulations, running prototype tests, and analyzing results to refine designs. Collaboration is key—they regularly interact with manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance teams to integrate design changes, address technical challenges, and ensure feasibility. This cross-functional teamwork is crucial for delivering reliable, efficient products that align with project goals and customer requirements.

What is the highest salary for a design engineer?

The highest salaries for design engineers can exceed $120,000 annually, especially for those with advanced skills, extensive experience, or working in specialized industries such as aerospace or automotive. Senior design engineers with strong technical expertise and certifications may earn even higher compensation, including bonuses and profit sharing.
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Infographic showing various Engine Design Engineer job openings in Florida as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 15% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,873 per year, or $31.7 per hour.

Combustion Design Project Engineer

Power Systems Mfg., LLC

Jupiter, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago


Job description

POSITION: Combustion Design Project Engineer
LOCATION: Jupiter, FL
STATUS: Salary-Exempt


JOB SUMMARY

The Project and Mechanical design position will lead and support development and implementation of combustor system upgrades. This position works with a variety of internal and external teams to drive engineering and technical project management activities relating to gas turbine combustion modifications, and upgrades. Candidate will be part of a multi-disciplinary design team working on Industrial Gas Turbine (IGT) combustion components and systems to meet performance and design criteria such as combustion stability, operability, emissions, pressure drop, life, and cost across multiple engine frames.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions of the job include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Lead combustion system development projects, interfacing with other teams in the organization including Supply Chain, Gas Turbine (GT) Conversions, and Field Services.
  • Generate schedules, identify critical path activities, and align resources to ensure on time delivery of designs, manufactured parts, procurement of components and contractors, and on-site execution.
  • Setup and coordinate design and risk reviews per engineering design procedures, highlighting top project risks, assisting in the development of mitigation strategies and addressing all action items.
  • Support sales and tendering with project cost estimates and provide direction for site walkdown support during the bid phase.
  • Report project status and milestones to upper management.
  • Refine existing engineering procedures or develop new ones for continuous efficiency & quality improvement as well as lower execution cost.
  • Design Industrial Gas Turbine Engine components and systems to meet fit, form and functional requirements and design criteria
  • Support the continued development and oversee the adherence to PSM design systems including job folders and documentation, technical reviews, drawings and engineering changes and field validation plans and verification
  • Utilize appropriate design/analysis tools, such as Creo, ANSYS, Microsoft Excel or similar
  • Assess needs and identify critical path schedules for design, manufacturing and procurement activities
  • Create, lead and/or deliver presentations to internal and external clients
  • Other duties as assigned


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS


Education & Training

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • Equivalent industry experience will also be considered
  • Must complete EHS assigned regulatory training for work area as described by PSM’s EHS Training Matrix


Skills/Experience

  • 10+ years of applicable experience in the GT industry, with 5+ years of experience related to Gas Turbine product development.
  • Strong analytical decision-making and organizational skills are required
  • Experience with 3D CAD software – Creo, NX, Solidworks
  • Knowledge of various manufacturing processes, general machining and fabrication techniques
  • Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills are required
  • Strong skills with MS Office programs. Project, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.
  • Ability to perform hands-on fieldwork is strongly desired
  • Field work and travel may be required (up to 20%)
  • Demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills, including ability to motivate and influence others.


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