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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$135K - $145K *

Transform your career by driving continuous improvement in logistics processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize operations, enhance performance metrics, and implement innovative so...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$138K - $183K *

Champion the design of critical Platform Tool areas, driving end-to-end UX strategies and solutions while collaborating across functions to address complex operational workflows and continuously enhan...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$135K - $203K *

Join a team that's redefining packaging strategies for accessories. Lead a talented group of engineers to enhance customer experiences, optimize costs, and ensure quality from concept to launch while...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $203K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead packaging engineering efforts, driving strategy and innovation for customer-facing experiences. Inspire a high-performing team while ensuring quality and efficiency in...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Shape innovative design solutions from concept to launch, owning the entire process with autonomy. Collaborate with a mature team to elevate design standards and challenge the status quo, ensuring imp...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Transform electrical design by leveraging your expertise in safety and automation. Collaborate across teams to create compliant systems that protect users and equipment throughout the product lifecycl...

Laval, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $208K *

Unlock your potential as you shape the architecture for consumer-facing platforms, driving innovation in AI and DTC technology. Collaborate across teams to establish standards and governance, ensuring...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$78K - $92K *

Unlock potential by supporting risk-based security planning and design. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team to create layered security strategies that enhance safety, usability, and architectural...

5 days ago

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

$84K - $108K *

Drive impactful interior renovation projects by coordinating designs, managing contractors, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance academic spaces through effective p...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Champion impactful capital projects across multiple manufacturing sites, overseeing planning, execution, and vendor coordination to enhance operational efficiency and drive engineering excellence in a...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform large-scale capital projects in manufacturing by leading multi-site engineering initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful execution, from planning to completion, while enhanci...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading complex mechanical engineering projects, ensuring compliance with design codes and specifications. Collaborate with contractors to enhance project outcomes and maintain hig...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $115K *

Elevate packaging solutions through innovative design, development, and optimization to ensure product protection, performance, and sustainability, while collaborating across teams to meet business go...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and integration of enterprise applications. As a principal IT Systems Engineer, you'll shape technical direction, drive innovation, and mentor talent while en...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge technology solutions, collaborating with engineers and researchers to design and optimize low-power hardware accelerators and custom silicon for next-gen devices...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of technology by designing advanced hardware solutions. Collaborate with engineers and researchers to create low-power accelerators and innovative silicon, driving the next genera...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Design and optimize advanced hardware solutions, collaborating with engineers to enhance performance and power efficiency in cutting-edge technology applications. Drive micro-architecture and RTL desi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of technology by developing advanced hardware solutions, collaborating with engineers and researchers to optimize low-power accelerators and SoCs for innovative devices, ensuring perf...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance enterprise innovation by leading a collaborative strategy that transforms insights into measurable growth, fostering cross-segment collaboration and foresight to drive long-term opportunities...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$117K - $125K *

Drive the product development process by leading a team, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely execution of product cycles. Collaborate across departments to enhance product quality and a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative design solutions and fostering a culture of excellence. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure project success through technical guidance, quality assuranc...

3 weeks ago

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

$104K - $114K *

Drive electrical design excellence by leading projects, mentoring designers, and delivering high-quality construction documents. Collaborate across disciplines while enhancing your technical skills in...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of digital services by leading product strategy and design initiatives. Collaborate with agencies to enhance user experiences and improve service delivery for residents and staff thro...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer impactful engineering solutions by leading design projects, collaborating across functions, and driving product innovations that enhance manufacturability and quality in vocational vehicles...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $201K *

Elevate user experience by leading a dynamic design team, driving innovative strategies, and ensuring high-quality product design for a secure and unified platform that meets diverse user needs across...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.