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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$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

$94K - $140K *

Elevate manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and improving energetics processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead engineering projects from concept to production, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage schedules, budgets, and customer communications while driv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $173K *

Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality software delivery. Lead and mentor a team of engineers while optimizing processes and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous impro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Take ownership of SoC integration, RTL design, and FPGA prototyping, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality hardware solutions while mentoring junior engineers and driving t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$181K - $262K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace manufacturing by owning processes for structural assemblies. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to enhance production efficiency and quality in a hands...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Drive innovative EMC solutions for product design, ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess risks, develop test plans, and share best practices, enhancing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $148K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating manufacturing processes for advanced ceramics. As a Principal Manufacturing Process Engineer, you'll drive improvements, optimize production, and support cut...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$187K - $270K *

Shape the future of next-gen FPGA products by leading complex, cross-functional engineering programs. Drive execution, align teams, and translate technical challenges into actionable plans, ensuring s...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of high voltage power solutions by leading cross-functional teams to innovate and deliver cutting-edge products. Drive project performance, manage risks, and foster stakeholder relati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in silicon validation for optical chiplets. You'll lead post-silicon bringup, execute characterization, and develop automation frameworks to ensure product excell...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $225K *

Transform the Teamcenter PLM platform by leading a multidisciplinary team, driving innovation, and ensuring operational excellence while fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $225K *

Lead a dynamic team driving Teamcenter PLM solutions, ensuring quality and innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance product lifecycle processes while fostering a culture of continuous impr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $225K *

Join a multidisciplinary team to lead the development of Teamcenter PLM solutions, enhance automated quality practices, and ensure project alignment with business goals while fostering an agile engine...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation by designing and validating embedded firmware for high-performance storage solutions, collaborating across teams to solve complex challenges and accelerate product development in a dy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $273K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative SoCs for cutting-edge SSD technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design, validation, and implementation, ensuring top-quality semiconductor sol...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $163K *

Lead the development and optimization of manual assembly processes for microelectronics, collaborating across disciplines to enhance quality and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$64K - $122K *

Help us enhance electronic hardware testing and prototype development by performing tests, documenting processes, and collaborating with engineers to support innovative solutions in a dynamic team env...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower a dynamic team of engineers to innovate pet products from concept to production. Lead mechanical design strategies, ensure quality, and foster team growth while collaborating across discipline...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$181K - $308K *

Lead the charge in designing and architecting advanced NAND datapath systems, utilizing AI for enhanced productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance, timing clos...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative electronics solutions for unmanned systems, engaging in all product lifecycle stages from design to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance aerospace and auto...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale software engineering projects within the Aerospace industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensu...

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  •   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.