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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$75K - $125K *

Lead the technical execution of healthcare design projects, guiding teams in documentation and construction. Collaborate with project managers to achieve project goals while fostering client relations...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative joining processes in manufacturing. Drive R&D, establish standards, and collaborate across teams to enhance vehicle assembly efficiency and quality in a hands-on...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $140K *

Champion project execution and governance in Advanced Surgical R&D. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance predictability, manage risks, and drive impactful results in a fast-paced, regulated environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $260K *

Take ownership of high-performance SOC implementation, leading a team to optimize designs, ensure timing closure, and collaborate with RTL and verification teams for successful tape-out...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $260K *

Transform complex SOC designs by leading implementation, verification, and timing closure efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance hardware meets industry standards...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the verification strategy and execution for complex ASIC projects, ensuring high functional coverage and robust test environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver quality solu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $260K *

Shape the future of high-speed wireline communications by developing advanced transceiver components through numerical modeling and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize system perform...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Help us design impactful spaces by leading interior design projects, collaborating with architects and engineers, and managing all phases of design and construction to create inspiring environments in...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by driving production efficiency and safety improvements through innovative technologies and continuous initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aviation and food & beverage design. Lead complex projects, mentor talent, and drive innovative solutions while ensuring client satisfaction and project succes...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative packaging solutions across product lines, ensuring compliance and optimization for diverse distribution channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to enha...

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

$115K - $150K *

Innovate mechanical systems from concept to deployment, collaborating with a dynamic team to tackle challenges in mechatronics and robotics, ensuring scalable manufacturing and effective design soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Innovate in the sleepwear category by designing trend-driven products for the off-price market. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and attention to detail throughout the product...

2 weeks ago

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

$81K - $112K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing packaging systems for medical devices. Collaborate across functions to ensure compliance, safety, and efficiency while driving continuous improvement in a fas...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $112K *

Drive innovative packaging solutions for medical devices by leading projects that ensure compliance, functionality, and sustainability. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and support...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $112K *

Transform packaging engineering by leading design and development projects for medical devices. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance, functionality, and sustainability while driving con...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$81K - $112K *

Drive innovative packaging solutions for medical devices, ensuring compliance and functionality through collaboration and technical expertise. Lead projects from design to validation, enhancing qualit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on designing and implementing advanced mechanical systems for automated production lines, ensuring safety and efficiency in energetic manufacturin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform the future of avionics by ensuring design integrity and layout excellence. Collaborate across disciplines while managing PCB libraries to achieve manufacturable and high-reliability electron...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform mechanical design by owning systems from concept to production. Lead architecture decisions, drive manufacturability, and ensure seamless integration while collaborating with cross-functiona...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Deliver innovative user experience solutions by leading research, design, and collaboration with stakeholders to enhance digital interactions and drive customer satisfaction through effective design s...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$128K - $204K *

Champion the planning and execution of factory electrical infrastructure, ensuring alignment with production goals. Drive technical decisions, coordinate with utilities, and lead cross-functional team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $219K *

Unlock potential by designing user-centered software for Cell Analysis and Laboratory Automation. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to enhance workflows and create innovative solutions that em...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $219K *

Transform laboratory experiences by designing user-centered software for Cell Analysis and automation. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to create intuitive solutions that enhance workflows an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by producing high-quality CAD designs for midstream engineering projects. Collaborate with leads and teams to ensure timely deliverables while mentoring junior designers and adhe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.