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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$120K - $176K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative engineering projects that enhance technological capabilities and drive continuous improvement. Collaborate across teams to solve complex problems while ensuring...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $160K *

Join a team that's pioneering the validation of 3GPP and O-RAN network elements, ensuring product quality through hands-on testing, collaboration, and innovative automation in a dynamic lab environmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Deliver manufacturing excellence by leading product development initiatives from concept to production, ensuring high-quality standards in PCB and PCBa processes while collaborating with diverse teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $188K *

Lead the charge in advanced manufacturing processes, driving innovation and operational efficiency. Oversee cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge technologies and enhance product quality, e...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $221K *

Lead the charge in PCB fabrication initiatives, driving strategic supply chain enhancements for satellite production. Collaborate across teams to optimize design and manufacturing processes, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the transition of advanced RF hardware from prototype to production. Drive schedules, manage suppliers, and mitigate risks to ensure successful program execution while coll...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $231K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives in hardware strategy, driving execution and alignment across teams. Collaborate with leadership to enhance operational effectiveness and support technology investment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $90K *

Drive innovation in natural gas transportation by designing and supporting distribution and transmission projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while contributin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $265K *

Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers in EDR remediation, transforming insights into actionable product capabilities while managing scope and fostering collaboration across engineering t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer the design execution strategy for a large-scale semiconductor facility, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to meet operational requirements and ensure project milestones are achieved efficie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge packaging technologies for next-gen AI systems, collaborating across teams to drive innovation from concept to production while ensuring performance, reliabi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Drive software engineering excellence by leading a team focused on disciplined practices, agile workflows, and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with industry standards while fostering collabo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$207K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining computing by developing firmware for custom accelerators. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance AI capabilities, ensuring robust performance and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic hardware engineering team to design and implement electrical distribution systems for autonomous vehicles, ensuring robust architectures and seamless integration from concept to product...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Advance the design and implementation of electrical distribution systems for autonomous vehicles, ensuring robust architectures and seamless integration across teams from concept to production...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$106K - $177K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative engineering solutions. Oversee project management and technical leadership for complex engineering projects, ensuring alignment with customer need...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of aviation technology by designing and implementing embedded software for power distribution and cabin control systems, ensuring high standards of quality and compliance in a collabo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$192K - $288K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative hardware systems design for cutting-edge data center platforms. Collaborate with top engineering teams to drive projects from concept to production, ensuring...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $178K *

Engineer innovative hardware solutions by leading PCB design and development efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, manufacturable products that meet stringent defens...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$181K - $232K *

Elevate manufacturing processes for mission-critical payload systems, ensuring quality and precision in assembly. Collaborate with design teams and customers to translate requirements into executable...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $95K *

Lead the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting efforts for mission-critical hardware and systems. Engage with end-users to provide ongoing support and deploy solutions, ensuring optimal perfo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Invent innovative server motherboard designs while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive project success through effective problem-solving, documentation, and technical support, ensuring ro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $213K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in new product introductions. Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring seamless integration of manufacturing, supply chain, and quality requirement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $250K *

Engineer innovative electrical designs for rugged sensor and compute hardware, ensuring seamless integration with autonomy software. Oversee the entire lifecycle from schematics to compliance, focusin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$111K - $178K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing advanced test instrumentation for Defense and Aerospace. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, manufacturable hardware solutions that m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.