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Senior Infrastructure Design Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin

Eaton

Sr Design Engineer - Regulators

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$86K - $126K/yr

Eaton's ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Sr Design Engineer - Regulators. This role is based at our Waukesha, WI facility. No relocation assistancew ill be provided. The expected annual ...

Milwaukee Tool

Design Engineer II

Brookfield, WI · On-site

Design Engineer II - Accessories Come be DISRUPTIVE with us! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe ... Under the Guidance of Senior Engineering Staff: * Use the following to solve engineering problems ...

Milwaukee Tool

Design Engineer II

Brookfield, WI · On-site

Design Engineer II - Accessories Come be DISRUPTIVE with us! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe ... Under the Guidance of Senior Engineering Staff: * Use the following to solve engineering problems ...

Standard Iron

Senior Advanced Design Engineer

Hartford, WI · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

Engineer the Future of Standard Iron Standard Iron is seeking a Senior Advanced Design Engineer to lead complex product development initiatives and innovative engineering solutions that meet customer ...

Standard Iron

Senior Advanced Design Engineer

Hartford, WI · On-site

$95K - $115K/yr

Engineer the Future of Standard Iron Standard Iron is seeking a Senior Advanced Design Engineer to lead complex product development initiatives and innovative engineering solutions that meet customer ...

ISG

Transportation Design Engineer

La Crosse, WI · On-site

$76K - $93K/yr

Transportation Design Engineer Department: Civil Employment Type: Full Time Location: La Crosse, WI ... transportation infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on Wisconsin Department of ...

AECOM

Transportation Design Engineer - CEIII

Middleton, WI · On-site

$77K - $95K/yr

We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the ... Perform transportation engineering design for highways, interchanges, urban roadways, and ...

Northern Impact

Senior Municipal Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

Overview National Award-Winning Engineering Firm is seeking a highly motivated Senior Municipal ... infrastructure design. The company has developed a mentor-mentee culture that allows them to share ...

AECOM

Transportation Design Engineer - CEIII

Middleton, WI · On-site

$77K - $95K/yr

We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the ... Perform transportation engineering design for highways, interchanges, urban roadways, and ...

ISG

Transportation Design Engineer

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$75K - $92K/yr

Transportation Design Engineer Department: Civil Employment Type: Full Time Location: Green Bay, WI ... transportation infrastructure projects, with a strong emphasis on Wisconsin Department of ...

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What is the difference between Senior Infrastructure Design Engineer vs Civil Engineer?

AspectSenior Infrastructure Design EngineerCivil Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, PE license often preferredBachelor's in Civil Engineering, PE license common
Work EnvironmentDesign firms, consulting companies, government agenciesConstruction sites, consulting firms, government departments
Industry UsageInfrastructure projects like roads, bridges, utilitiesBroad civil projects including buildings, transportation, water

While both roles involve civil engineering principles, a Senior Infrastructure Design Engineer specializes in designing large-scale infrastructure projects such as roads and utilities, often with a focus on planning and technical design. Civil Engineers have a broader scope, including various construction and infrastructure projects. The Senior Infrastructure Design Engineer typically requires advanced experience in infrastructure design, whereas Civil Engineers may work across multiple civil disciplines.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior infrastructure design engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Infrastructure Design Engineer, you need expertise in civil engineering principles, infrastructure planning, and project management, typically supported by a bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering and professional licensure (such as PE). Familiarity with software like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and knowledge of relevant codes and standards are essential, as are certifications like PMP or LEED AP. Strong problem-solving abilities, leadership, and excellent communication skills set top performers apart in this role. These competencies are crucial for designing robust infrastructure solutions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading multidisciplinary teams to successful project completion.

What types of projects and teams do senior infrastructure design engineers typically work on, and how does collaboration shape their daily responsibilities?

Senior Infrastructure Design Engineers often work on complex projects such as highways, bridges, utilities, or large-scale site developments. They collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including civil engineers, architects, contractors, and local authorities to ensure designs meet regulatory standards and client needs. Daily tasks often involve reviewing design plans, coordinating with project managers, mentoring junior engineers, and addressing technical challenges that arise during the design and construction phases. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as these engineers must integrate input from various stakeholders while maintaining project timelines and quality.

What does a senior infrastructure design engineer do?

A Senior Infrastructure Design Engineer is responsible for planning, designing, and overseeing the construction of infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, water supply systems, and other public works. They use advanced engineering principles and software to create efficient, safe, and sustainable designs that meet regulatory standards. Additionally, they coordinate with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Their role often includes troubleshooting technical issues, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
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Infographic showing various Senior Infrastructure Design Engineer job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution.

Senior Design Engineer, Head Protection

Milwaukee Tool

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Sr Design Engineer

Job Description:

Senior Design Engineer, Advanced Engineering

Front End Head Protection Development

Summary

Bring first-principles rigor and evidence-backed decisions to deliver production-ready innovations that raise the bar for performance, reliability, and manufacturability. In this role, you will be developing innovative technologies and designs to push the boundaries of safety, comfort, and performance for head protection products. You will lead design maturation by setting performance targets, generating and analyzing data (tests + models), and reducing technical risk to ensure confident launches. You own validation and analysis, turn data into clear decisions, and collaborate across manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and product teams from early exploration through transfer to production.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop innovative solutions that industry leading safety performance in a head protection product.
  • Define performance objectives and validation strategies; develop and execute test plans for functional, durability, and environmental requirements.
  • Instrument prototypes/fixtures for high-fidelity data capture; analyze results with DOE, regression, and reliability models to quantify trade-offs.
  • Collaborate with simulation engineers to develop FEA/CFD/thermal models to lab/field data; update models based on findings; drive root-cause analysis and reliability growth.
  • Utilize high speed video, python tools, and other advanced data analysis techniques to synthesize test results into actionable findings
  • Partner with manufacturing and suppliers on process capability, materials, and tooling; feed cost/quality/takt insights into design iterations and risk mitigation.
  • Plan and execute prototyping-from proof-of-feasibility throughproduction-representativebuilds-and capture lessons learned to inform downstream development.
  • Document technical decisions, assumptions, and test outcomes in clear reports; present findings and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Cultivate curiosity toward AI: proactively explore and run small proofsofconcept where machine learning, generative design, and intelligent automation can improve analysis, prototyping, and test design
  • Mentor engineers in test design, analysis, and modeling; foster first-principles thinking and measurable outcomes.

Typical Advanced Engineering Workflow


Discovery: Clarify user and business needs; benchmark performance; define success metrics and initial risk hypotheses.

Definition: Translate needs into engineering targets; select validation methods; outline modeling/analysis and prototype plans.

Exploration & Prototyping: Execute tests and simulations; iterate designs; quantify trade-offs; down-select solution paths.

Validation: Confirm performance, reliability, and manufacturability against targets; refine design and process risks.

Transfer to Production: Provide documentation, test methods, critical features/tolerances, and known risks; support ramp as subject-matter expert.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Product, or Material Engineering (or related); advanced degree a plus.
  • 2+ years experience with energy absorption technologies and/or head protection products
  • 5+ years of product development experience in automotive, industrial, consumer/durable goods, or adjacent industries.
  • Demonstrated expertise in test planning/execution, data analysis, and modeling/simulation (FEA/CFD/thermal).
  • Proficiency in CAD; experience with DFMA, prototyping methods, and supplier collaboration.
  • Hands-on with instrumentation/DAQ and statistical tools (e.g., JMP/Minitab); familiarity with reliability methods (e.g., accelerated life testing, Weibull).
  • Excellent communication skills-able to synthesize complex data into clear design recommendations; strong cross-functional collaboration.
  • Practical experience applying ML/AI to guide mechanical design and integrate proven tools into standard engineering workflows
  • Self-starter comfortable learning beyond core discipline; able to manage ambiguous design tasks.
  • Willingness to travel ~10%(domestic/international).

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.

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