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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$80K - $95K *

Unlock innovative furniture design by leading the full development process from concept to production. Collaborate with experts to create compelling, buildable pieces that reflect exceptional design s...

2 days ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead innovative interior design projects, ensuring collaboration and excellence from concept through production. Maximize productivity by leveraging advanced technology while delivering high-quality d...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative interior design, leading projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with clients and partners to create functional, sustainable spaces while mentoring j...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of automated manufacturing. As an Intermediate Mechanical Designer, you'll collaborate on innovative projects, ensuring designs meet standards and budgets while a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform the customer journey by designing seamless web and mobile experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance onboarding, usability, and AI-driven interfaces, ensuring customers...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your design career by providing innovative solutions and consultative services to clients. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance project outcomes through creative design, technical expert...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Innovate how we design talent products, enhancing recruitment and culture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-quality solutions that utilize AI to improve the work environment and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of product design by bridging Industrial Design and Engineering. Collaborate on innovative solutions from concept to mass production, ensuring design intent and manufacturabil...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $90K *

Shape innovative design solutions by collaborating with teams to create compelling presentations, technical drawings, and comprehensive design packages for diverse projects, while managing budgets and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Innovate with us to lead the industrial design team, driving product development and design trends for lighting and ceiling fans. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure designs meet consumer needs w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead innovative design solutions by managing construction-focused projects, ensuring technical excellence and efficiency while collaborating with internal teams and clients to deliver high-quality res...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $98K *

Champion innovative interior design solutions by leading projects from concept to completion, collaborating with clients and teams to enhance public spaces through thoughtful design and material selec...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $300K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in AI hardware design, overseeing the full product development cycle from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to create manufacturabl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation in mechanical design and product development, collaborating across teams to take projects from concept to launch. Leverage your expertise to shape technical direction and mentor junio...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$72K - $109K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming engineering concepts into precise structural designs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality drawings and models for diverse proj...

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of product design by creating intuitive user experiences that simplify complex workflows and enhance human-agent collaboration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $207K *

Lead transformative design initiatives by simplifying complex data into intuitive user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI workflows, ensuring high-quality product del...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $207K *

Join a team that's redefining product design by transforming complex data into intuitive user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead innovative design initiatives and elevate the...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $97K *

Explore design challenges as a key contributor, generating drawings and collaborating with teams. Take ownership of tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance while effectively communicating ideas and fo...

4 days ago

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

$71K - $91K *

Elevate your design career by contributing innovative solutions and collaborating with a dynamic team. Utilize your skills in BIM and building codes to enhance project success while adhering to excell...

5 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative product designs and processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance product value and performance while managing medium-scope projects. Drive continuous improveme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Develop comprehensive 3D CAD models for water and wastewater treatment systems, ensuring high-quality designs that meet project specifications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support succ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead product development by guiding a team through design, prototyping, and testing. Drive innovation in fluid systems while managing projects from concept to launch, ensuring quality and alignment ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in innovative design development, ensuring project success through effective team collaboration, client communication, and sustainable practices across all project phases...

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

$80K - $100K *

Drive innovative design solutions and oversee project teams to ensure quality, sustainability, and client satisfaction throughout all project phases. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver e...

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

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.