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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$128K - $166K *

Innovate scalable content systems and workflows to enhance customer communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design reusable components and optimize content for accessibility and con...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $166K *

Optimize customer communications by designing scalable content systems and workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience through reusable patterns and governance models...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive the design and development of innovative door systems, ensuring product performance and compliance. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and manufacturability while supporting...

1 month ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives that drive cost and quality improvements in product development. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project success from conceptualization to pr...

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

$70K - $115K *

Champion innovative mechanical design and development, ensuring project success through collaboration and compliance. Drive testing and analysis of systems while maintaining technical documentation an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Innovate mechanical systems and components while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project success and enhance engineering solutions through research and analysis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of product design by developing innovative solutions from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet safety and quality standards while ment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $150K *

Drive transformation by guiding government clients through human-centered design, focusing on stakeholder engagement and change management to foster adaptability and mitigate resistance in evolving wo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $150K *

Help us guide government clients through transformative change by leveraging human-centered design and change management strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experiences and drive...

Mclean, VARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative design solutions while managing multiple projects, collaborating with teams, and ensuring high-quality documentation from concept through construction in a dynamic studio environme...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Project Architect or Designer, contributing to all design phases in a collaborative studio. Thrive in a supportive environment while managing multiple projects and engaging wi...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative design and project excellence. Contribute your expertise in all phases of architecture, from documentation to client management, while thriving in a supporti...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as you guide government clients through transformative change using human-centered design. Leverage your expertise to foster collaboration, develop actionable plans, and ensure suc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Help us design innovative products by leading mechanical design efforts from concept to production, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards while collaborating with cross-functional...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Engineer innovative mechanical designs from concept to production, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products t...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $114K *

Shape the future of advanced machine systems by designing innovative mechanical components and collaborating across teams to transform concepts into reliable manufacturing solutions. Drive prototype d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate design excellence by leading large-scale projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes through strategic leadership, effective communication, and a focus on client vision. Drive team performance an...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and development of complex AV systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality solutions that meet client needs while mentoring junior engineers and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Elevate product design by transforming complex workflows into intuitive, polished experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define user flows, create prototypes, and ensure seamless impl...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $225K *

Transform engineering excellence by leading DFSS and reliability initiatives, enhancing product quality and manufacturability while coaching teams to drive continuous improvement and customer satisfac...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $225K *

Transform your career by leading DFSS and reliability initiatives, enhancing product quality and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive engineering excellence and coac...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $225K *

Elevate engineering excellence by transforming customer needs into actionable requirements, leading complex reliability initiatives, and enhancing product quality through DFSS methodologies and hands...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $140K *

Drive the end-to-end development of vehicle accessories, collaborating across teams to deliver manufacturable solutions. Enhance your engineering prowess in a dynamic setting focused on innovation and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate AI-driven solutions that enhance engineering effectiveness and operational performance. Collaborate across teams to transform processes through automation and analytics, driving measurable im...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating tools for plastic piping systems. This hybrid role involves mechanical design, prototyping, and collaboration across departments to enhance product efficienc...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.