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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative embedded software solutions while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and customer satisfac...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Elevate software development by designing and enhancing embedded systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior engineers to drive innovation in optical networking solutions...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to design and develop cutting-edge embedded software for optical networking products. Collaborate with engineers, coach junior staff, and enhance product performance while ensuring docum...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing embedded software solutions, enhancing product performance, and mentoring junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on developing innovative embedded software solutions for optical networking, enhancing product performance, and mentoring junior engineers while engaging w...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $190K *

Lead a dynamic sourcing team to ensure high-rate production of air vehicles, focusing on supply strategy, supplier negotiations, and cost management while driving efficiency and quality in a fast-pace...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $185K *

Lead and inspire engineering teams to deliver high-quality digital products, ensuring alignment with business priorities while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement in a dyna...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure by leading a high-performing team, driving strategic growth, and ensuring technical excellence in complex projects. Your leadership will foster innovation and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $241K *

Lead a dynamic team in the full software development life cycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software products while managing risks and fostering collaboration across engineering discipli...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $241K *

Lead a dynamic team in the full software development life cycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software products while fostering collaboration and innovation in an Agile environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive efficiency and quality in manufacturing processes by leading a skilled team, optimizing equipment and workflow, and implementing innovative engineering solutions for new product introductions...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in manufacturing engineering, driving new product introductions and optimizing existing processes. Empower teams, ensure cross-functional alignment, and foster continuous improvement i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower the manufacturing process by designing and optimizing systems to meet quality, cost, and delivery goals, while managing customer-specific projects and leading technical teams throughout the pr...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $155K *

Develop and implement engineering strategies while managing teams to enhance operational efficiency and quality. Collaborate across departments to solve complex problems and drive innovative solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $155K *

Shape the future of power systems by designing and developing embedded hardware for industrial applications. Collaborate through the entire product lifecycle, ensuring reliability and performance from...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Drive the design and development of mission-critical edge devices for aviation, ensuring robust performance in challenging environments while managing the entire hardware lifecycle from concept to dep...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $226K *

Design innovative IC testers and lead hardware development for DRAM and Flash systems, influencing architecture and ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions through collaborative processes and mentor...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$274K - $439K *

Lead a high-performing engineering team to drive next-gen semiconductor test products, ensuring strategic alignment and successful execution from concept to production while fostering innovation and c...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$274K - $439K *

Champion the future of semiconductor testing by leading a dynamic hardware engineering team. Drive innovation and execution across product development, ensuring alignment with business goals and custo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$188K - $274K *

Transform cutting-edge hardware design by leading innovative engineering projects, driving technical direction, and collaborating across teams to enhance next-generation platforms that power global co...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of innovative hardware test boards and platforms for high-speed electro-optical devices, contributing to cutting-edge optical networking solutions in a dynamic R&D environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$112K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, driving excellence in semiconductor test operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance equipment performance and streamline p...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing design teams, optimizing processes, and collaborating with manufacturing partners to innovate and resolve complex design challenges for project su...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $247K *

Empower product development by leading and mentoring teams of engineers. Bring your expertise to complex projects while fostering creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration within a fast-paced con...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Unlock excellence in PCB design and manufacturing by leading DFM initiatives, developing complex multilayer layouts, and shaping best practices across engineering teams to enhance product performance...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.