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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$149K - $284K *

Drive the development of advanced density fill solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance physical verification methodologies and ensure manufacturability across cutting-edge semi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $284K *

Transform the future of semiconductor design by developing advanced density fill methodologies and PDK solutions. Collaborate with top engineers to tackle complex challenges, enhance productivity, and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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

$150K - $180K *

Engage in leading a diverse technical team to drive innovative engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $206K *

Shape the future of medical devices by leading a dynamic team in process development for new product introductions, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards while fostering talent growth in a co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $120K *

Champion healthcare technology projects by leading planning, execution, and delivery within the VA. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and successful outcomes while managing risks and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead quality initiatives across North America, driving risk prevention and process discipline in product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $204K *

Champion the planning and execution of factory electrical infrastructure, ensuring alignment with production goals. Drive technical decisions, coordinate with utilities, and lead cross-functional team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $260K *

Pioneer the future of embedded software by leading architecture and development for cutting-edge energy systems. Drive technical direction, foster team growth, and ensure seamless integration across p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $220K *

Drive the development of custom silicon for AI inference, overseeing post-silicon validation, packaging, and high-volume manufacturing. Lead a team to ensure designs are producible and reliable, estab...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you develop cutting-edge software technologies, collaborating across teams to enhance user experiences and drive advancements in AI and XR. Your expertise will shape the...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead technical initiatives in the fabrication of advanced cable assemblies, focusing on process improvement, validation, and quality. Ensure optimal operations through data analysis, metrics developme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Innovate as a Senior FPGA Engineer, leading complex projects and driving technical solutions across multiple disciplines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product architecture and op...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of aerospace manufacturing by leading assembly operations, enhancing production capabilities, and ensuring quality standards for unmanned aircraft systems while fostering team develop...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by leading assembly and manufacturing operations, ensuring quality and compliance while developing processes and teams to support growth in the aerospace sector...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in aerospace manufacturing by leading assembly operations, enhancing production capabilities, and ensuring quality delivery of unmanned aircraft systems while fos...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Inspire operational excellence by leading assembly and manufacturing processes, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and suppor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join us to lead assembly and manufacturing operations, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Oversee a skilled team, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate across departments to suppor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of project management by leading technology initiatives, ensuring optimal performance, and achieving organizational goals through strategic planning and communication with stakeholder...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $119K *

Join our team as a Senior Engineer to design and optimize gas purification systems. Collaborate across functions, conduct rigorous testing, and drive innovation in mechanical engineering to enhance sy...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Optimize the power delivery system for high-performance AI hardware, overseeing DC/DC converter design and PCB architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive inno...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Deliver end-to-end power delivery solutions for high-performance AI hardware, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to drive innovative designs from concept to production, en...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$213K - $319K *

Lead the charge in building a secure, scalable API-first Compute Platform, driving AI-Native engineering practices and operational excellence while managing high-performing teams to enhance infrastruc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $265K *

Champion innovative engineering practices by leading a high-performing team to develop a secure, scalable API-first Compute Platform, enhancing automation and AI-driven operations across the organizat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing Solutions Engineering team, delivering innovative customer projects while fostering growth and collaboration. Engage closely with clients to ensure qual...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.