Explore Industrial Designer Jobs

Industrial designers bring products from idea to reality, combining creativity, research, and technical knowledge to shape the things people use every day. Browse vetted Industrial Designer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders and discover roles where you can influence product strategy, usability, materials, and manufacturing.

What Industrial Designers Do

Industrial designers develop concepts for products across industries such as consumer goods, technology, healthcare, transportation, and manufacturing. Their work may include researching customer needs, sketching and modeling concepts, building prototypes, selecting materials, and collaborating with engineering, marketing, and production teams. They balance aesthetics with function, accessibility, durability, cost, and production requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree or equivalent experience in industrial design or a related field, along with a strong portfolio that demonstrates the design process and finished work. Useful skills include 3D modeling and CAD, prototyping, visual communication, user-centered design, knowledge of materials and manufacturing methods, and the ability to present concepts and work effectively across teams. Senior and leadership roles may also call for product strategy, project ownership, and mentoring experience.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Industrial designers can grow into senior, lead, or principal designer positions, or move into design management, product development, and innovation leadership. Opportunities vary by employer and location, and may focus on a specific product category, customer group, or stage of development. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, scope, industry, and location; Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

Find Your Next Industrial Design Role

Use Ladders to explore high-paying Industrial Designer jobs and identify openings that match your experience and goals. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply with a portfolio tailored to the products and challenges that matter to the employer.

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$83K - $145K *

Join our team as a Mechanical Designer specializing in HVAC, where you'll lead innovative projects across diverse sectors, collaborate with engineers, and enhance client experiences through expert des...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining retail planning and pricing solutions. As a Senior Solution Architect, you'll lead implementations, translating business needs into effective designs while collaborating...

Campbell, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform brand vision into cohesive creative suites across digital and print. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver engaging designs that enhance customer experience and uphold brand sta...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the physical design of advanced SoCs, optimizing performance through innovative methodologies, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure successful tapeout readiness...

Irvine, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize physical design processes for complex SoCs, ensuring high performance and reliability through effective collaboration and advanced methodologies. Drive automation and lead cross-functional te...

San Jose, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of automation by leading innovative robotic solutions. Drive design, compliance, and manufacturing processes while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic, growth-stage envi...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $150K *

Reimagine service design by guiding government clients through human-centered frameworks. Lead discovery sessions, synthesize insights, and create actionable recommendations to enhance organizational...

Mclean, VARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Shape the future of AI-driven financial advice by designing intuitive, impactful products. Collaborate closely with PMs and engineers to create solutions that enhance user experience and drive results...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $122K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative municipal engineering solutions. You'll manage complex projects, oversee data analysis, and provide technical support while collaborating with int...

Durham, NCRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $225K *

Drive innovative design solutions as a Staff Product Designer, leading strategy and experience design for a new judiciary product. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful user expe...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Explore a pivotal role in high-speed analog layout design, leading complex IP block development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure silicon success while mentoring junior engineers in a...

Irvine, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of advanced optical communication systems by leading the layout design of complex analog and mixed-signal IP blocks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silic...

San Jose, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in high-speed analog layout design, driving complex IP block development for cutting-edge optical communication systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and m...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate user experiences by designing intuitive interfaces for consumer and B2B products. Collaborate with cofounders to influence product direction and create cohesive design systems that enhance usa...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$200K - $500K *

Deliver exceptional user experiences by blending research, design, and collaboration. Drive UX/UI initiatives for web and mobile platforms, ensuring usability and accessibility while aligning with bus...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Innovate user experiences by leveraging AI tools to enhance design processes, ensuring intuitive and accessible digital solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic UX initiat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$144K - $211K *

Lead the charge in managing complex Industrial Controls workstreams, ensuring seamless execution of NPI programs. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative automation solutions on time and within...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading UX research to enhance consumer offerings, understanding pet parent needs, and shaping product positioning. Collaborate across teams to drive insights that influence strate...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $125K *

Drive strategic growth by identifying and securing new brand clients. Collaborate with diverse teams and enhance client relationships through insightful communication. Become a trusted advisor while m...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's passionate about creativity and innovation, developing compelling design concepts across digital and print mediums. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate brand identity...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by optimizing product performance across channels. Drive revenue and margin through data-driven insights, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance customer...

Port Washington, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of dental technology by leading software development for specialized machines, shaping the future of custom prosthetics manufacturing in a dynamic, high-growth env...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $110K *

Drive successful project delivery by integrating engineering, program management, and controls. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment, mitigate risks, and uphold design integrity across d...

Franklin, TNRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $176K *

Innovate solutions by leading mechanical engineering projects to enhance production processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, and optimize equipment and systems, ensuring safety a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $243K *

Optimize product development by leading innovative auto offerings and enhancing member experience with data-driven insights. Collaborate cross-functionally in a remote role to drive performance and co...

San Antonio, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an industrial designer do?question toggle

    An industrial designer plans and develops products by combining user research, creative concepts, prototyping, and technical considerations. The role often involves working with engineering, manufacturing, and business teams to make products functional, appealing, and feasible to produce.

  • What qualifications do industrial designer jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for a background in industrial design or a related discipline, a portfolio of relevant work, and proficiency with design and CAD tools. Experience in prototyping, materials, manufacturing processes, and cross-functional collaboration can also be valuable.

  • What industries hire industrial designers?question toggle

    Industrial designers work in fields including consumer products, technology, healthcare, transportation, furniture, and manufacturing. Their focus may range from physical products and equipment to packaging and product experiences.

  • How can I strengthen my industrial designer job application?question toggle

    Showcase a focused portfolio that explains your process, decisions, prototypes, and outcomes—not just final visuals. Tailor examples to the role, highlight collaboration and technical skills, and clearly describe your contributions to each project.

  • Are Industrial Designer jobs on Ladders high-paying?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Salary and eligibility vary by position, so review each listing for current compensation details and requirements.