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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$150K - $180K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading teams to deliver high-quality flight systems on schedule. Collaborate across functions to ensure alignment and address challenges, fostering a culture of acco...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$242K - $275K *

Lead the charge in developing and deploying robust containerized software, manage CI/CD workflows, and grow a cohesive engineering team to enhance customer security operations and software delivery ac...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving engineering programs for cloud observability and storage platforms, ensuring high availability and performance while fostering collaboration and trust in a fast-paced, innov...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at an innovative tech firm by leading projects that enhance operational efficiency. Engage with customers, streamline communication, and drive project planning to ensure optimal ex...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $100K *

Elevate quality standards by leading audits, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating across teams to ensure compliance and enhance production quality. Manage customer relationships and defin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading vendor strategies and relationships in end-user technology. Drive performance improvements and innovation through collaboration with cross-functional teams, ensuring ali...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of power engineering by leading a dynamic group of professionals. Drive project excellence, foster innovation, and enhance collaboration to deliver world-class so...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by developing innovative IC package designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing solutions to meet diverse engineering requirements in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dedicated engineering team to ensure exceptional service and safety standards. Oversee maintenance operations, manage projects, and foster a collaborative culture while enhancing guest experien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Join our dynamic team to lead the verification of advanced SoCs for Cellular 5G. Collaborate across functions to enhance product quality and push industry boundaries, while developing innovative metho...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Execute the verification strategy for innovative Cellular SoCs, collaborating across teams to ensure high-quality design. Leverage your expertise in SoC design verification to adapt to evolving requir...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $128K *

Elevate your career by delivering impactful cost and value engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize design, validate costs, and inform capital investment decisions ac...

Today

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

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering organization, overseeing the full technical chain from design to production, while building a robust supplier ecosystem and mentoring a talented te...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $215K *

Drive innovative project execution across multidisciplinary teams to develop advanced in-space propulsion systems, ensuring alignment with technical objectives, cost, and schedules in a dynamic, fast...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $215K *

Innovate by leading cross-functional teams to drive technical execution in the development of advanced in-space propulsion systems. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and program management...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $147K *

Shape the future of software quality assurance by developing and maintaining evaluation systems, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards for software and f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Collaborate to deliver cutting-edge solutions in high-speed electrical design, focusing on optical interconnect products for data centers. Drive compliance, project planning, and technical documentati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building and operating a cutting-edge Product Design lab. You'll translate design concepts into reality, manage machining operations, and ensure safety and quality in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $344K *

Unlock potential by driving customer engagements and influencing product development. Collaborate with R&D and manage beta programs while addressing customer needs. International travel may be require...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative workforce products, guiding a dynamic team to enhance user access frameworks and policies while collaborating closely with Product Managers to drive project su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join us to lead cross-functional Software and ML initiatives, ensuring top-quality products for over 1 billion customers. Collaborate with elite teams in a fast-paced environment to drive innovation a...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading embedded systems design and testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, drive technical roadmaps, and mentor others while ensuring project success and addressing e...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Champion the design and integration of advanced analog circuits, driving innovation through simulation, verification, and collaboration across disciplines to enhance product performance and reliabilit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing production tests and processes. You'll enhance product quality, oversee testing and verification, and collaborate with manufacturers to ensure precision in m...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of sensing hardware by validating and improving core electrical blocks. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, reduce power consumption, and streamline designs from prot...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.