Industrial Engineering Manager Jobs

Discover Industrial Engineering Manager jobs that match your experience and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including leadership roles across manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, and operations. Find positions where you can improve productivity, streamline processes, and guide teams through complex engineering initiatives.

What Industrial Engineering Managers Do

Industrial Engineering Managers oversee the design and improvement of systems that connect people, processes, equipment, and materials. They lead engineers and technical teams, identify operational bottlenecks, and use data to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and cost performance. Depending on the organization, the role may involve production planning, facility layout, automation, continuous improvement, or supply chain optimization.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a background in industrial, manufacturing, or systems engineering, along with experience managing projects and teams. Valuable capabilities include process modeling, lean or Six Sigma methods, data analysis, capital planning, quality systems, and clear communication with leaders and frontline partners. Some positions prefer a bachelor’s or advanced degree, professional certifications, or experience in a specific industry.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Industrial Engineering Managers work in sectors such as advanced manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, and distribution. Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted roles paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced professionals explore opportunities to advance their careers.

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Browse current Industrial Engineering Manager openings and compare roles based on responsibilities, qualifications, and industry. Whether you specialize in operational excellence, factory systems, or strategic process improvement, Ladders can help you find a professional opportunity aligned with your expertise.

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$140K - $155K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic mechanical design team in developing innovative material handling solutions. Drive technical excellence and ensure compliance while managing projects from conc...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$144K - $211K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a high-performing team in implementing and scaling industrial control systems. Collaborate across functions to ensure reliable, maintainable solutions that supp...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine solutions engineering by leading a team focused on enhancing operational efficiency across OmniChannel Retail and Ecommerce. Drive effective implementation strategies and continuous improvem...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$99K - $158K *

Join a team that's leading innovation in print and packaging processes. Drive complex projects, enhance workflows, and ensure top-tier color management across multiple business units while collaborati...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Empower quality through engineering excellence and automation. Drive innovation by integrating automated testing into CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with teams to elevate software standards and preven...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $110K *

Transform quality management across multiple facilities by driving compliance, enhancing food safety, and leading improvement initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure product excellence a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $211K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead new product launches in hardware manufacturing. Oversee cross-functional collaborations, manage operational risks, and drive high-quality production strategies that s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $155K *

Unlock your potential by leading maintenance and reliability strategies across a $2B division. Drive continuous improvement, enhance asset performance, and develop talent while partnering with leaders...

Hartsville, SCRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $180K *

Transform quality management across renewable energy projects by leading initiatives that enhance processes, ensure compliance, and drive continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving large-scale infrastructure projects. As a Project Manager, you'll lead initiatives from kickoff to closeout, ensuring alignment with program objectives and stakeholder expec...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $163K *

Drive the evolution of software solutions for healthcare quality reporting, leading engineering teams to deliver innovative, high-quality products while fostering a culture of collaboration and contin...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $180K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex software development initiatives, driving Agile sprint teams, and ensuring seamless integration of web services and databases to meet organizational goals while e...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $185K *

Transform the future of engineering design by leading diverse teams to deliver high-quality electrical engineering solutions. Drive project success through strategic oversight, mentoring, and adherenc...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $220K *

Lead continuous improvement initiatives across QSR operations, driving cultural transformation and operational excellence. Manage CI strategies, develop leaders, and ensure alignment with enterprise g...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $125K *

Take ownership of safety initiatives across multiple construction sites, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of safety. Collaborate with teams to educate and implement best practices while con...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $253K *

Lead the charge in managing a project team focused on high voltage substations, overseeing design, analysis, and implementation to modernize the electric grid while ensuring projects meet client speci...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $187K *

Grow your career with a hands-on Engineering Manager role leading a dynamic team to enhance an AI-powered healthcare hiring platform, ensuring quality, reliability, and innovation across multiple tech...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform operations by leading a dedicated team to optimize manufacturing systems, ensuring efficiency, quality, and scalability while fostering growth and competitive advantage in a dynamic environm...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead and optimize a high-performing Program Management team to drive strategic initiatives. Collaborate extensively across departments to ensure successful execution of complex, multi-disciplinary pro...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering successful large-scale projects. Oversee all phases from planning to execution, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence while fostering strong custom...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $128K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain processes and ensuring timely delivery of quality goods. Manage vendor relationships, analyze inventory data, and lead a team to drive efficienc...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to fostering a total quality culture while driving compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Lead quality management efforts to enhance product standards and oper...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $136K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead electrical controls projects, optimizing production processes and enhancing safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while managi...

Alberta, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Transform program execution by coordinating large-scale data center initiatives, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, managing risks, and driving milestones to successful completion while fostering...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Industrial Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    An Industrial Engineering Manager leads teams that design, analyze, and improve operational systems. The work may include increasing productivity, reducing costs, improving quality and safety, and managing process or facility improvement projects.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Industrial Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for an engineering degree or equivalent experience, a record of leading projects or teams, and expertise in process improvement, data analysis, operations, and quality. Requirements vary by company and industry.

  • Which industries hire Industrial Engineering Managers?question toggle

    Industrial Engineering Managers are hired across manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, healthcare, consumer goods, logistics, and distribution, among other industries.

  • How much do Industrial Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies with location, industry, experience, and the scope of the role. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Industrial Engineering Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Ladders to find vetted Industrial Engineering Manager opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.