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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$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Product Engineer, bridging manufacturing and design. Utilize your expertise in electrical systems and CAD to enhance product development, troubleshoot issues, and support qual...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$142K - $190K *

Drive field engineering excellence by overseeing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with design and regulatory standards, and fostering employee development in a dynamic construction environ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by managing direction, completion, and financial outcomes while fostering strong relationships with clients and subcontractors. Lead and mentor on-site teams to ensure timely del...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$119K - $221K *

Transform the design process as a Lead Software Engineer, developing innovative AI-driven solutions for emulation and prototyping that enhance workflows, ensure reliability, and integrate seamlessly i...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on rapid prototyping and advanced extrusion technologies, driving customer collaboration and technical excellence to accelerate produc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $268K *

Lead the charge in overseeing a multi-layered engineering organization, guiding teams to deliver high-quality digital purchase experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive innovati...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $250K *

Lead the design and development of advanced military electrical systems. Collaborate across teams to create innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards while driving high-impact...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Transform manufacturing processes by developing high-quality methods for diverse products, overseeing transitions from engineering to production, and enhancing efficiency through innovative solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in establishing a cutting-edge PCB assembly facility, overseeing SMT line setup, process development, and operator training to ensure seamless production and future growth...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge satellite electronics, ensuring projects meet schedule, cost, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and customers to drive innovation and accountab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of marine technology by driving the design and integration of electrical systems for autonomous surface vessels. Collaborate with engineering teams to innovate and optimize soluti...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $220K *

Join us to lead the development of advanced manufacturing systems for energetic products. This role encompasses end-to-end ownership, from concept to production, requiring cross-functional collaborati...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to streamline product development, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Engage in diverse projects that enhance elec...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $189K *

Innovate and design FPGA-based digital systems to enhance electronic warfare capabilities. Collaborate on firmware architecture, testing, and validation to support advanced technologies for the Naval...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $286K *

Empower innovation by joining a skilled team of engineers focused on developing high-speed serial-link physical IP. Contribute to mixed-signal design, verification, and testing, driving projects from...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize engineering project delivery by leading cross-functional teams, managing risks, and ensuring alignment across hardware and software programs from kickoff to launch, while maintaining clear co...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$229K - $344K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering infrastructure by leading the vision and operations for HPC and EDA platforms. Drive modernization, enhance productivity, and protect intellectual property wh...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $220K *

Manage the design and development of innovative power electronics systems, utilizing first principles. Collaborate with engineering teams, oversee projects from concept to production, and contribute t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $165K *

Grow your career with a visionary team driving breakthrough circuit designs and systems for fusion devices. Lead a high-performing engineering group that tackles engineering challenges, accelerating t...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a product design team to enhance heavy haul trailer platforms, ensuring designs are cost-effective and manufacturable while collaborating with cross-functional teams to sup...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $142K *

Join our innovative team to develop cutting-edge power electronics for spacecraft. Contribute to the entire lifecycle, from architecture definition to circuit design and testing, ensuring reliable pow...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$116K - $216K *

Lead and mentor a diverse verification team, driving comprehensive strategies for mixed-signal IC designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and timely deliverables while manag...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $216K *

Lead and mentor a verification team to develop and implement strategies for mixed-signal integrated circuits. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage project deliverables, and drive advanced v...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $191K *

Drive validation efforts for advanced ASIC/SoC products, ensuring high-quality silicon results through hands-on testing, systematic debugging, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining and enhancing property operations through effective supervision of engineering projects, preventive maintenance, and compliance with safety standards to ens...

6 days ago

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

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.