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

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  •   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...

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  •   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

$110K - $135K *

Elevate PCB design excellence by leading DFM initiatives and developing high-density layouts. Collaborate across teams to ensure manufacturability and drive continuous improvement in processes and sta...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading complex storage and networking solutions. Drive program planning, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely delivery and quality of Broadcom so...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $175K *

Engineer and manage complex storage and networking solutions, overseeing program planning, budget, and staffing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality delivery and meet customer re...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $175K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative storage and networking solutions. Oversee program planning, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely, high-quality project execut...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Innovate your career by leading complex hardware engineering projects that support mission-critical operations. Drive integration, testing, and deployment of advanced infrastructure solutions across s...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion complex hardware solutions in mission-critical environments. Lead integration, testing, and sustainment efforts while providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineers. Drive innovation...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $224K *

Join a dynamic team to manage complex projects across global regions, ensuring seamless integration and communication while applying best practices in project management to drive customer success and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Transform embedded systems development by leveraging your expertise in firmware design and prototyping for aerospace applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality integr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $179K *

Lead a dynamic team in engineering design, ensuring project efficiency and quality from development to closeout while exceeding client expectations and fostering staff growth...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $149K *

Join us to design and optimize advanced digital circuits for custom blocks, focusing on schematic entry, simulation, and verification. Your work will enhance high-performance solutions in data center...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a key leadership role to shape engineering strategy and operational performance in a growing GMP pharmaceutical facility, driving modernization, reliability, and continuous improvement initiative...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$138K - $197K *

Drive innovative solutions as a Technical Program Manager, leading complex projects that optimize network design and manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $187K *

Pioneer innovative Digital Engineering solutions by leading the integration of Model-Based Systems Engineering and AI/ML methodologies, driving modernization efforts across complex Naval Nuclear Labor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in product design and engineering, overseeing a team to create custom trailers. Collaborate with manufacturing and sales to ensure quality and efficiency while driving innovation and t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$192K - $278K *

Join our team as a technical lead to drive innovative interconnect and optical packaging solutions for next-gen TPU systems, bridging hardware architecture with manufacturing capabilities to enhance m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by designing rugged embedded control systems for industrial applications. Own the hardware design process from schematics to prototypes, collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the development and enhancement of manufacturing processes, spearheading equipment implementation and optimizing injection molding operations while managing cross-functional teams to ensure proje...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $140K *

Lead and inspire a diverse team of software professionals, driving embedded software development strategies and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve development objectives and enhance team...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovation by driving product development from concept to launch. Collaborate across teams to identify opportunities, validate designs, and enhance existing products while ensuring alignment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join us to design and develop high-speed hardware for advanced robotic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create reliable electronic systems, ensuring optimal performance and integrat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $311K *

Lead the charge in driving transformative engineering projects, fostering innovation, and enhancing operational excellence within a highly technical team. Collaborate across functions to align strateg...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$220K - $311K *

Empower your career by leading transformative engineering initiatives, driving technical projects, and fostering innovation within a high-performing team. Collaborate across functions to align strateg...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.