What does a engineering director do day-to-day?

A engineering director sets technical strategy, hires and mentors teams, manages stakeholder relationships, and ensures engineering execution aligns with business goals. The balance of hands-on vs. strategic work varies by company.

What is the salary for a engineering director?

Engineering Director roles typically command $200k–$400k+ in total compensation at well-funded companies. Compensation includes base salary, equity, and performance bonuses.

How do I transition into a engineering director role?

Build a track record of technical leadership, people management, and business impact. Many engineering director professionals start as senior engineers or engineering managers and grow into the role.

2,442+ JobsUpdated Jun 4, 2026

Engineering Director Jobs

Engineering Director roles combine deep technical understanding with organizational leadership. These positions involve setting technical vision, building high-performing teams, and driving business outcomes through technology.

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Salary Range

$65k – $440k

Top Companies

Leaman Life Sciences, Luminate, Spiria, Poseidon Aerospace, EIG, Odgers Berndtson +43 more

Job Types

98% Full Time, 2% Contract

Top Locations

Washington, CA, Saskatchewan, Arlington

Work Model

90% On-Site, 6% Hybrid, 4% Remote

Experience Levels

60% Director+, 34% executive, 6% vp

We found 2,442 engineering director jobs currently hiring in locations including Washington, CA, Saskatchewan. Salaries range from $65k to $440k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (90%), Hybrid (6%), Remote (4%). Top employers include Leaman Life Sciences, Luminate, Spiria and 46 other companies.

Companies Hiring for Engineering Director Jobs

Leaman Life Sciences2 jobs

Luminate1 job

Spiria1 job

Poseidon Aerospace1 job

EIG1 job

Odgers Berndtson1 job

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