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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$86K - $126K *

Engineer innovative composite structures and pressure vessels, collaborating with customers and teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Drive design excellence and manage technical risks while mentor...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining product design for B2B SaaS. As a key player, you'll shape user experiences, build design systems, and collaborate closely with engineering and leadership to drive impact...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative design projects in Power Tools. Utilize your engineering expertise to mentor teams, drive product development, and ensure technical excellence while fostering a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $135K *

Lead complex mechanical design projects, driving innovation from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while providing technical guid...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $170K *

Drive innovation as you lead AI-powered product design initiatives, collaborating with teams to create transformative user experiences. Shape the future of technology by designing functional, user-cen...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $175K *

Shape the future of user experiences by designing intuitive interfaces that empower women in their health journeys. Collaborate across teams to create impactful solutions that merge user insights with...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of our growth surfaces by enhancing user experiences and driving business outcomes through robust design partnerships and high-quality execution across marketing and activation flows...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving high-quality growth experiences for users. Collaborate across teams to enhance marketing and activation surfaces, while leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize small...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful growth by enhancing marketing platforms and systems, collaborating cross-functionally to elevate user experiences and experimentation velocity for small businesses leveraging our innov...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform the mobile product experience by leading design initiatives that empower creators and engage fans. Drive product quality and innovation through hands-on design, collaboration, and strategic...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate the future of fresh food by designing innovative sous vide protein products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create exceptional culinary experiences that enhance nutrition, convenie...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Innovate by bridging abstract concepts with tangible machinery, generating diverse design ideas, and transforming them into executable projects while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure ali...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the CAD file lifecycle for additive manufacturing, collaborating with engineering teams to create and modify CAD models, ensuring printability and design integrity while managing file sharing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by designing exceptional UX experiences for our digital platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize e-commerce solutions, utilizing your expertise in design and analytics to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $135K *

Help us enhance our digital customer experience as a Senior UX Designer. You'll lead end-to-end design processes, optimize user flows, and collaborate with teams to drive impactful solutions across ou...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in optimizing digital customer experiences through hands-on UX design, from problem definition to post-launch validation, ensuring seamless interactions across web and mobile platforms...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $135K *

Champion the optimization of digital customer experiences by designing end-to-end UX for websites and mobile apps. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive solutions, analyze data, and enhance user enga...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior UX Designer, optimizing digital experiences across web and mobile. Drive end-to-end design processes, collaborate with stakeholders, and leverage data to enhance user e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior UX Designer, optimizing digital experiences across platforms. Drive end-to-end design processes, collaborate with stakeholders, and leverage data to enhance user engage...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $135K *

Unlock the potential of digital experiences as a Senior UX Designer, driving end-to-end design for e-commerce platforms. Collaborate with teams to optimize user journeys, leveraging data insights to e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $135K *

Drive the optimization of digital customer experiences through hands-on UX design, focusing on e-commerce solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance user flows, prototypes, and analytics, ensuring i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $135K *

Transform the digital customer experience by designing and optimizing user interfaces for web and mobile applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions that enhance usabili...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$115K - $140K *

Champion the design of enterprise applications, enhancing user workflows and experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that support data-driven decision-maki...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $140K *

Empower design excellence by leading the creation of user-centric enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and ensure usability, clarity, and consistency a...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

Innovate your career by designing impactful digital experiences across product lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define problems, validate solutions, and deliver user-centric desi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.