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.

Find Industrial Engineering Manager Jobs on Ladders

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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$84K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team of Optical Design Engineers to innovate and implement cutting-edge DWDM network solutions, ensuring project success and exceeding performance targets while collaborating across dep...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead complex project management initiatives across multiple channels in the pharmaceutical advertising sector. Oversee cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery within budget while mentoring ju...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining customer trust through innovative engineering. Lead squads to automate security assessments, driving strategic roadmaps while fostering a high-accountability culture and...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality assurance for innovative conversational AI solutions, ensuring reliability and accuracy across voice applications and customer engagement platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining procurement strategies across diverse indirect categories. You'll lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate contracts, and enhance supplier performance while collaborating wit...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $170K *

Drive transformative Oracle Cloud P2P solutions for Higher Education, guiding teams and clients through strategic implementations while fostering a collaborative culture and mentoring junior staff to...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $130K *

Optimize procurement strategies for structural components in renewable energy projects. Lead sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations to enhance project efficiency and cost-effectivene...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $160K *

Make your mark at a leading firm driving OEM business in industrial machinery. Lead growth strategies, forge partnerships, and boost market penetration for advanced automation and drive solutions, all...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $132K *

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Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $140K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $185K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$133K - $210K *

Transform internal communications by connecting employees to strategy and culture. Lead a team, advise executives, and drive effective communication strategies that enhance organizational alignment an...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $185K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive excellence in software development for a SaaS platform, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes while fostering a collaborative engineering culture. Inn...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$114K - $190K *

Drive the Integrated Operations Center, overseeing cybersecurity operations, fraud defense, and incident management. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance threat detection, operational resilience, an...

Lancaster, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $171K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower regional growth by developing sales strategies, managing accounts, and building relationships with customers and distributors. Drive new business opportunities and collaborate with internal te...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Oversee and manage AI data operations programs, ensuring high-quality data for model training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve challenges and implement scalable solutions that align...

Menlo Park, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$155K - $205K *

Champion process excellence by optimizing workflows and driving cross-functional improvements. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate service quality throu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $120K *

Transform inventory management strategies across a multi-location distribution network, ensuring optimal stock levels and alignment with customer demand while driving performance improvements and cost...

Arlington, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $204K *

Lead the charge in data analytics innovation, leveraging machine learning and Python to enhance decision-making and optimize engineering processes. Collaborate with teams to drive impactful solutions...

Connecticut, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing warehouse efficiency, order fulfillment, and inventory management. Empower and develop your team while ensuring compliance with safety standards and operatio...

Oklahoma, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

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Utah, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $195K *

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Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$164K - $240K *

Shape global procurement strategies to optimize costs and ensure supply continuity while pursuing innovation in sourcing and sustainability objectives...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.