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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$96K - $115K *

Lead the design of ruggedized electronics packaging, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with technical specifications and manufacturing processes. Utilize SolidWorks for 3D...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $160K *

Transform production processes by collaborating with engineers to resolve non-conformances and optimize assembly tools for satellite hardware. Engage in hands-on troubleshooting and implement effectiv...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee project delivery from initiation to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met while collaborating across departments to achieve customer satisfaction and projec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $155K *

Drive the mechanical design team to innovate and enhance material handling equipment, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance while managing projects from concept to execution and fostering a cul...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $155K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic mechanical design team in developing innovative material handling solutions. Drive technical excellence and ensure compliance while managing projects from conc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading assembly and manufacturing operations, ensuring quality and efficiency in production processes while developing a skilled team to support growth and innovation in unma...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of aerospace by leading assembly and manufacturing operations. Drive production excellence, develop teams, and ensure quality for advanced unmanned aircraft systems while collabor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in manufacturing excellence by overseeing assembly operations, driving quality, and enhancing production capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Elevate manufacturing excellence by leading assembly operations, ensuring quality and compliance while developing a skilled team. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive efficiency and support growth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading assembly and manufacturing operations, driving quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, reliable aircraft delivery w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Drive manufacturing excellence by leading assembly operations, enhancing team capabilities, and ensuring quality control for advanced unmanned aircraft systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to suppo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in aerospace manufacturing. Lead assembly operations, enhance production processes, and ensure quality delivery of advanced unmanned aircraft systems while foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at our manufacturing operations by leading assembly, testing, and quality control for advanced UAS. Develop teams and processes to ensure safe, efficient production while driving c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading assembly and manufacturing operations, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and support gr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of robotics by developing cutting-edge firmware for electromechanical systems. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to innovate solutions for diverse applications, ensuring h...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance device production efficiency, manage resources, and foster collaboration across teams, ensuring alignment with commercial, engineering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Elevate the future of autonomy by managing Linux mission computers, integrating high-bandwidth sensors, and optimizing real-time data paths for advanced perception and decision-making in challenging e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing an AI-driven autonomy stack for challenging environments. Own the Linux mission computer, integrating sensors and optimizing real-time performance while collaborating wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $350K *

Unlock your potential by shaping our evolving product from 0-1. Collaborate across the stack, understand customer needs, and innovate through direct user feedback, building a roadmap that defines our...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $195K *

Drive front-end digital design for high-performance switch ASICs, translating microarchitecture into efficient RTL while leading execution across verification, synthesis, and physical implementation...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining digital design in high-performance network controllers, utilizing your expertise in front-end circuit design and micro-architecture to drive innovation and deliver qualit...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Join us in shaping the future of data-centric platforms by leading a dynamic team of software engineers. Drive innovation, enhance collaboration, and deliver high-quality solutions that meet the needs...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading multiple engineering teams to drive innovation, enhance AI integration, and elevate technical standards. Shape the future of engineering leadership while aligning technical...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $141K *

Contribute to the design and development of advanced electromechanical systems, leading complex mechanical architecture and ensuring optimal performance through rigorous analysis and testing in high-s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $174K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive innovative engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder alignment while advancing technology and manufacturing capabilities...

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

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.