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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$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...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $200K *

Lead and innovate in automotive interior design, managing projects from concept to production. Oversee a diverse team, ensuring timelines and budgets align with vision while collaborating closely with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead and mentor RTL design engineers, optimizing microarchitectural features and ensuring successful project delivery in a collaborative, innovative environment for semiconductor solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform complex cybersecurity narratives into engaging content that captivates audiences across various formats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance brand storytelling and drive conve...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and prototype innovative solutions in additive manufacturing. Collaborate on CAD modeling, testing, and development of cost-effective manufacturing processes while enhanc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading innovative visual strategies and campaigns. As a key creative force, you'll elevate brand aesthetics, mentor junior designers, and ensure quality across multi-channel...

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

$85K - $100K *

Empower your career by taking ownership of complex electrical design projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to develop innovative control systems, mentor junior designers, and drive technical excel...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative products, ensuring compliance with quality standards and customer requirements while managing projects from conception to completion...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and implementing robust data solutions using Python and PySpark. Collaborate closely with colleagues to transform complex business requirements into effective...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team to shape user experiences in autonomous systems. You'll define and design workflows, collaborate with cross-functional partners, and own projects from discovery to implementation...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Engage in shaping user experiences for a dynamic accounting platform. Leverage your design expertise to create intuitive solutions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and lead projects from conc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of workplace interiors through innovative design, technical expertise, and collaboration. Drive projects from inception to completion while ensuring compliance...

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead and enhance product engineering initiatives, managing teams to ensure product quality, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation and continuous impro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced motor control algorithms for electric drives. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance traction motor systems, ensuring high performance and reliability in aut...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $160K *

Champion innovative packaging design for luxury brands, overseeing the entire process from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and ensure exceptiona...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining design systems by leading the evolution of reusable components and patterns. You'll tackle complex design challenges, collaborate with engineers, and elevate the quality...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Elevate design excellence by leading the evolution of a shared design system, transforming complex needs into reusable components and patterns while ensuring high-quality, accessible user experiences...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and evolving a robust design system, ensuring high-quality user experiences through reusable components and patterns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align desi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Innovate your career by enhancing production efficiency and leading industrialization efforts. Collaborate on new equipment design, optimize processes, and drive Lean initiatives to achieve operationa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace manufacturing by optimizing production systems and workflows for eVTOL aircraft. Collaborate across functions to enhance efficiency and scalability while drivin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $125K *

Innovate design systems and elevate brand identity through creative leadership, ensuring visual excellence across all channels while mentoring a talented team of designers to achieve cohesive and impa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$107K - $178K *

Engage in innovative medical device development by researching, designing, and prototyping solutions. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex engineering challenges and ensure compliance with indus...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of electrical design by innovating lighting, fire-alarm, and energy systems. Collaborate across disciplines, conduct detailed surveys, and ensure compliance with NYC codes while enhan...

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  •   Less than 5 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.