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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$110K - $130K *

Drive product development by transforming ambiguous challenges into impactful software solutions. Collaborate with founders and customers to build, test, and refine products across multiple startups...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $85K *

Empower our design and production teams by ensuring garment fit and technical construction for non-denim apparel. Collaborate with global partners to maintain brand consistency and streamline workflow...

2 weeks ago

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

$71K - $93K *

Elevate product design by developing innovative solutions through collaboration and prototyping. Support cross-functional teams in bringing concepts to life while ensuring alignment with design philos...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $125K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative packaging solutions and sustainability initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches while managing specification...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative design projects that redefine performance footwear. Collaborate across disciplines to create groundbreaking concepts, mentor teams, and influence long-term strat...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation as you lead the mechanical design of cutting-edge products, collaborating across disciplines to transform concepts into reality while ensuring reliability and performance throughout t...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape innovative design solutions as a Senior E&I Designer, preparing comprehensive design packages and ensuring compliance with specifications while optimizing project efficiency and safety standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Develop exceptional user experiences for App Store tools, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create high-fidelity designs and prototypes. Leverage your design expertise to enhance app develo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the built environment by leading innovative graphic design projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to create impactful visual narratives across various sectors, ensuring design excellence a...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of architecture by leading diverse projects, mentoring talent, and ensuring high-quality delivery across multiple sectors. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation from concept to c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $95K *

Shape the future of architectural design by leading diverse projects, fostering collaboration, and driving sustainable practices while enhancing client relationships and business development efforts a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $85K *

Unlock your potential as a Civil Designer, contributing to impactful projects in water and wastewater systems. Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver high-quality design solutions while advancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of aerospace by designing innovative mechanical systems for space applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design accuracy and manufacturability, impacting...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $166K *

Build innovative layouts in advanced semiconductor technology, transforming complex circuit designs into production-ready silicon. Collaborate with a skilled team to optimize performance and manufactu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $166K *

Elevate design excellence by developing intricate block-level and full-chip layouts. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize layouts for performance, power, area, and manufacturability across state...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $166K *

Deliver high-quality integrated circuit layouts while solving complex design challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, power, area, and manufacturability in advanced...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the design and release of automotive closure mechanisms, ensuring quality and performance while managing supplier relationships and cross-functional collaboration throughout the product lifecycle...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing technical expertise to suppliers in automotive interiors, leading quality assessments, and ensuring compliance throughout the product lifecycle while fostering supplier d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $115K *

Transform your expertise into innovative single-use medical products, leading design from concept to launch. Collaborate across teams to ensure manufacturability and compliance, while driving continuo...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $149K *

Innovate packaging solutions within a dynamic Supply Chain team, ensuring protection and transport of high-value products. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency and quality in a fast-pa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $225K *

Lead the charge in integrating Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) within a high-profile construction program, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to ensure efficient design, production, an...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $120K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying innovative SCADA systems for utility-scale solar projects. Join a dynamic team to enhance your skills and contribute to the growing renewable energy sector...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in engineering, overseeing cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and profitability while fostering an agile, high-performance culture in manufacturing oper...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our team as a Product Engineer II, collaborating across functions to develop and enhance products from concept through production, leveraging your CAD expertise for innovative design solutions...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion the design and development of PLC control systems, ensuring compliance with specifications and standards while driving continuous improvement initiatives in a collaborative environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.