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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$155K - $221K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of embedded systems by leading a skilled group of engineers. Drive innovation and quality in software development for regulated technology products while fosterin...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $130K *

Unlock innovative electrical designs by leading cross-functional teams to develop, test, and implement advanced systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality product development and en...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the conversion of Engineering Bill of Material to Manufacturing Bill of Material, overseeing the manufacturing plan for the first ship program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform shipbuilding processes by leading the conversion of engineering plans into actionable manufacturing strategies. Drive team collaboration and ensure alignment with production capabilities for...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation in hardware design as a senior technical leader, influencing architecture decisions and driving design excellence across multiple product lines in a regulated environment. Collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$236K - $329K *

Transform automated manufacturing systems for next-gen data center hardware. Lead complex engineering challenges, aligning cross-functional teams to implement advanced technologies and ensure efficien...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Take ownership of innovative software solutions in precision agriculture, leading a dynamic team to define product vision, manage backlogs, and ensure user-centered design while collaborating closely...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Pioneer the development of innovative software solutions for precision agriculture, leading a skilled team through all stages of product life cycle while enhancing user experience and meeting market d...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $142K *

Drive cross-functional NPI programs that transform market needs into production-ready semiconductor equipment. Lead teams through product definition, engineering, and validation, ensuring alignment an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of innovative product development, leading a team to create professional rescue equipment from concept to launch while ensuring quality, safety, and customer satisfaction through cross...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $168K *

Unlock your potential by leading cross-functional teams in the development and launch of cutting-edge lidar technology for vehicle autonomy and advanced systems. Drive innovation and ensure seamless i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $191K *

Transform high-speed optical networks by developing cutting-edge hardware platforms. As a key engineer, you'll drive complex designs from concept to validation, ensuring optimal performance for AI inf...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex electro-mechanical product development projects. Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery and outstanding product performance whi...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$111K - $166K *

Lead the charge in optimizing lab operations for a cutting-edge hardware team. Own infrastructure, equipment lifecycle, and logistics to ensure seamless technical engagements with customers in a fast...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion cross-functional collaboration to drive innovative product development, ensuring alignment across global teams and operational efficiency throughout the project lifecycle. Lead initiatives in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to design and integrate cutting-edge electrical systems for a leading consumer product. Collaborate across disciplines to solve complex engineering challenges, ensuring optimal per...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead engineering initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, resolve technical issues, and drive productivity improvements. Collaborate with teams to implement changes, train staff, and ensure qua...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team through complex financial landscapes. Collaborate cross-functionally to make strategic decisions while driving technical credibility and team perfor...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming financial technology by leading engineering in complex environments. You'll drive cross-functional collaboration, deepen technical expertise with AI, and develop high-p...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $266K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Principal Engineer, guiding hardware design for cutting-edge Ethernet and AI platforms. Leverage your expertise to ensure high-performance, manufacturable solutions whi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $192K *

Lead the charge in enhancing developer experience by managing a collaborative team focused on platform engineering, driving adoption of modern practices, and fostering a culture of ownership and conti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of industrial automation by leading a dynamic group of engineers. Drive growth through innovative solutions and collaboration while managing project budgets and s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Transform the future of computing by leading a team of software engineers in optimizing Linux kernel components, driving architectural design, and fostering a high-performance culture across multiple...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$208K - $260K *

Shape innovative networking product architectures by leading design and development efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance and manufacturable solutions that meet...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead our software engineering team to deliver innovative solutions for medical devices. Oversee embedded firmware and applications, ensuring regulatory compliance and managing the full software lifecy...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.