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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$90K - $110K *

Innovate your career by enhancing production processes through design, documentation, and continuous improvement. Collaborate directly with equipment and systems to implement lean manufacturing princi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's redefining digital experiences by leading creative design and user experience initiatives across various platforms, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs while f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $161K *

Shape the future of our brand by creating compelling visual narratives across diverse channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate brand perception and audience engagement through inno...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of innovative electronic systems from concept to production, driving hardware design, solving complex challenges, and mentoring engineers while collaborating across teams to deliv...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in innovative interior design solutions for government projects, ensuring compliance and functionality across diverse spaces. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver exceptional desig...

Herndon, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of production operations by leading teams to achieve safety, quality, and efficiency goals. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a culture of accountability and em...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Optimize structural design processes by leading CAD efforts, developing composite and metallic structures, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance model management and drafting standards f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $102K *

Contribute to the design of user-centric digital products across platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create high-fidelity prototypes and workflows that enhance user experience and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer your design expertise by shaping the visual identity and narrative of a cutting-edge AI platform. Collaborate across teams to create compelling brand experiences that resonate with users and e...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engineer innovative HVAC solutions for diverse projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance building performance and sustainability. Drive impactful design from concept to completion, ensuri...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock innovative solutions as a Mechanical Project Engineer, collaborating with a dynamic team on diverse projects, from healthcare to performing arts, ensuring sustainable design and impactful engin...

2 weeks ago

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

$159K - $217K *

Shape the future of intelligent robotics by leading user research to enhance developer tools and interfaces. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex workflows into intuitive exper...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform client visions into high-performing spaces by leading architectural projects, ensuring design integrity, compliance, and quality. Collaborate with teams and clients to deliver innovative sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Lead design for manufacturability initiatives, ensuring robust, cost-effective, and safe equipment designs. Collaborate across teams to enhance production readiness and drive continuous improvement in...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion mechanical design efforts for aerospace structures and systems, guiding projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust, manufacturable designs that meet customer a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on modernizing data tracking systems. Leverage your expertise in user-centered design and UI best practices to create intuitive interfaces that...

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by contributing to a dynamic team focused on modernizing data tracking systems. Leverage your expertise in user-centered design and UI best practices to enhance user interfaces a...

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock exceptional design solutions as a Senior UX Designer, driving A/B testing and personalization for leading Ecommerce brands. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience an...

2 weeks ago

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

$74K - $101K *

Lead innovative creative projects by collaborating across teams to craft compelling visual stories that enhance brand presence and engage target audiences on multiple marketing channels...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$83K - $127K *

Join a dynamic team to lead transformative new product development, collaborating across functions to deliver design-driven solutions. Transform challenges into opportunities while managing budgets an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of robotic design by owning aesthetic and structural integrity throughout product lifecycles, driving innovation in materials and manufacturing processes while collaborating acros...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Lead and coordinate engineering projects in pharmaceutical manufacturing, ensuring compliance and successful execution from design to startup while managing multidisciplinary teams and promoting safet...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Elevate our product by architecting and scaling a high-demand application. Drive quick iterations while ensuring quality, and gain deep insights into customer needs to support millions of daily reques...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $100K *

Contribute to the successful delivery of mechanical construction projects by supporting planning, procurement, scheduling, and compliance. Gain hands-on experience across all project phases while buil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $115K *

Elevate your design career by joining a collaborative team dedicated to innovative and sustainable architectural solutions across diverse project types and complexities...

Reposted yesterday

  •   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.