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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$145K - $175K *

Seeking an experienced Thermal Engineer to lead thermal design and validation for advanced AI computing platforms, focusing on liquid cooling systems and thermal-fluid dynamics to ensure optimal perfo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing product yield for InP edge-emitting lasers and photodiodes. Collaborate cross-functionally to analyze performance, drive improvements, and ensure product reli...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at improving semiconductor product yield through data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and effective corrective actions. Drive measurable enhancements in performance and q...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Inspire innovative electrical designs for tenant deployments in data halls, ensuring compliance with codes and optimal power distribution. Lead a team in creating efficient, strong infrastructures whi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and delivery of high-quality analog and mixed-signal IC layouts for automotive applications, ensuring manufacturability and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $225K *

Drive excellence in mechanical design, ensuring compliance, quality, and integrity of advanced reactor components through effective leadership and technical expertise...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion manufacturing excellence by leading process improvements, mentoring engineers, and ensuring operational readiness. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate cross-functionally...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of III-V semiconductor laser layouts, driving design automation and collaboration across teams to enhance manufacturability and yield. Lead layout architecture from concept to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Transform program management by leading complex Microwave Amplification initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success, drive continuous improvement, and foster strong...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $195K *

Lead and inspire a mechanical engineering team to innovate and deliver high-quality medical device solutions, overseeing design, development, and lifecycle management in a regulated environment...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to redefine next-gen compute and storage architectures. Collaborate with experts, drive innovative solutions, and influence industry standards while contr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $349K *

Unlock potential by driving product strategy and execution for cloud infrastructure, focusing on Tier 1 & 2 customers. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance customer en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic engineering team, ensuring fleet reliability and customer satisfaction while bridging communication between onsite operations and HQ. Drive technical excellence a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $213K *

Advance manufacturing excellence by leading production operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing a diverse team to achieve key perfo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of beverage technology by leading design, development, and testing of innovative equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on designing and developing innovative beverage equipment. Lead projects from concept to production, utilizing advanced technologies and collaborating acro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $187K *

Transform energy efficiency initiatives by leading a skilled engineering team. Drive project execution, mentor talent, and enhance program delivery across multiple states, ensuring impactful cost savi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving project success in construction operations. You'll manage moderately complex projects, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams while delivering on ti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage in the design and execution of comprehensive testing strategies for optical transmission systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system integrity and performance, while drivi...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and execute comprehensive test plans for optical transmission systems, ensuring high performance and reliability through innovative verification practices and automation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Develop and execute comprehensive test plans for optical transmission systems, ensuring system specifications are met through collaboration and automation. Validate performance and reliability while e...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing semiconductor manufacturing processes. Oversee engineering functions, drive production efficiencies, and lead personnel development while ensuring compatibili...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development and optimization of semiconductor manufacturing processes, enhancing production efficiency and quality. Oversee engineering teams, implement strategic improvements, and collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $196K *

Join a team that's redefining defense technology by managing manufacturing test engineering. Oversee testing protocols, enhance automation, and ensure quality in high-volume production while leading a...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $170K *

Elevate your career by designing and integrating advanced opto-mechanical systems for High Energy Laser weapon solutions. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to develop robust, innovative designs tha...

1 week 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.