Hardware Engineering Manager Jobs

Explore Hardware Engineering Manager opportunities with companies seeking experienced leaders to guide the design, development, testing, and launch of hardware products. These roles bring together technical depth, people leadership, and cross-functional collaboration—and many offer compensation of $100,000 or more. Ladders features vetted professional jobs to help you find your next leadership opportunity.

What Does a Hardware Engineering Manager Do?

Hardware Engineering Managers lead engineering teams that create and improve physical products and systems. Depending on the company and industry, they may oversee electrical, mechanical, systems, or product hardware engineering. Common responsibilities include setting technical direction, managing project schedules and resources, reviewing designs, supporting prototyping and validation, and helping teams resolve complex engineering challenges.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for a background in hardware engineering and experience guiding projects or teams from concept through production. Helpful qualifications may include a degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer engineering, or a related field; knowledge of design and testing processes; and a record of delivering products that meet performance, quality, cost, and schedule goals. Communication, prioritization, mentoring, and collaboration skills are also important.

Where Hardware Engineering Managers Work

Hardware engineering leaders work across industries that develop physical technology, including electronics, semiconductor, telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial equipment. The scope of a role can vary, from managing a specialized engineering group to coordinating multiple teams and partners across an organization.

Find Your Next Hardware Engineering Manager Role

Browse Hardware Engineering Manager jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, industry focus, and leadership scope to identify positions that fit your experience and career goals.

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$131K - $243K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $165K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $197K *

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$200K - $500K *

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Hardware Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Hardware Engineering Manager leads engineers who design, develop, test, and support physical products or systems. The role typically includes setting technical priorities, managing projects and teams, reviewing engineering work, and coordinating with other departments.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Hardware Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek a relevant engineering background, experience with hardware development, and demonstrated project or team leadership. Specific requirements vary by role and may include expertise in electrical, mechanical, systems, or product engineering.

  • Which industries hire Hardware Engineering Managers?question toggle

    Hiring industries may include electronics, semiconductors, telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial equipment.

  • How much do Hardware Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Hardware Engineering Manager jobs paying $100K or more?question toggle

    You can browse vetted Hardware Engineering Manager opportunities on Ladders, where professional jobs are selected for salaries of $100,000 or more.