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 *

Oversee medium complexity projects, leveraging technical expertise and leadership skills to drive successful program milestones and continuous improvement while managing risks and collaborating with c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate product innovation by independently designing and evaluating complex engineering solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and support manufacturing, ensuring adherenc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$277K - $350K *

Join a team that's redefining foundation IP for cutting-edge silicon. Lead a skilled group to manage vendor relationships, drive PPA evaluations, and ensure high-quality deliverables across multiple g...

6 days ago

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

$161K - $223K *

Empower innovation in hardware design as a technical lead, driving next-gen Hyperscaler Switch development. Collaborate across teams to define specifications, troubleshoot, and ensure seamless integra...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$114K - $234K *

Join a dynamic team as a System Technical Lead, driving board design and integration for next-gen server systems. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to shape architecture, validate prototypes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $230K *

Join the Instant Cash team to lead a diverse group of engineers. Drive innovative product experiences and foster career growth in a mission-driven environment that empowers low-income Americans and en...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $230K *

Advance your career by leading aerospace design initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams, utilizing CAD technology to develop innovative structures across multiple program phases, while mentoring t...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $152K *

Lead a dynamic software development team, driving firmware and cloud solutions while ensuring project delivery and fostering team growth through mentorship and collaboration with cross-functional part...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $219K *

Drive innovation in energy by leading a high-performing engineering team focused on Aeroderivatives Combustion technology. Champion design excellence, foster continuous improvement, and collaborate cr...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$131K - $219K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by leading a high-performing engineering group focused on aeroderivative combustion technology, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of continuou...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee the delivery of data center projects, ensuring compliance and quality across engineering, construction, and operations. Lead multi-disciplinary teams to achieve timely...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-availability data center projects, ensuring compliance and quality across engineering, construction, and operations. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$258K - $376K *

Lead the charge in developing engineering strategies that enhance product reliability and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize initiatives, mentor engineers, a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock innovation as you lead a team of mechanical engineers, driving the design and improvement of advanced semiconductor equipment. Collaborate cross-functionally to solve complex challenges and enh...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$258K - $376K *

Join our team to lead engineering efforts, enhancing product reliability and operational efficiency. You'll coach engineers, set strategic priorities, and drive impactful initiatives across teams, fos...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $138K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of high-density printed wiring board design. Collaborate with engineers to create complex layouts, ensuring manufacturability and quality while driving projects t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as you lead a high-performing aviation engineering team, driving project delivery and business development across nationwide aviation initiatives while collaborating with architect...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$285K - $320K *

Lead the charge in delivering Honeycomb Private Cloud, driving product growth, and collaborating across teams to enhance operational processes while building a high-performing engineering team to supp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $261K *

Lead engineering teams to deliver automation solutions for brokers, enhancing efficiency and control in freight management while fostering team development and maintaining architectural standards. Dri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$208K - $293K *

Lead the Carrier Network Integrity team to forge a trusted freight environment, balancing fraud prevention with a seamless user experience while shaping strategy and managing team dynamics for impactf...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $150K *

Champion the transition from R&D to manufacturing by ensuring product readiness, mitigating risks, and delivering high-quality outcomes through effective project management and cross-functional collab...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $219K *

Advance your career by developing cutting-edge metrology software and inspection recipes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes and drive innovation in semiconduc...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$133K - $188K *

Drive innovation in packaging technology by developing advanced thermal solutions and optimizing assembly processes. Collaborate globally to enhance materials science and engineering capabilities for...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $219K *

Optimize metrology systems and processes to enhance manufacturing data analytics and yield improvement for advanced packaging technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure measuremen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$145K - $165K *

Architect innovative hardware integration solutions for autonomous ground vehicles, leading technical execution across disciplines. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure mission-capable systems meet...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.