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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$110K - $130K *

Drive success by leading the engineering team to deliver projects efficiently, ensuring design accuracy, and fostering collaboration across departments for optimal performance and innovation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $230K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic Digital Hardware team, managing projects, and fostering innovation. Drive performance through effective coaching and collaboration while ensuring team engagement...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $231K *

Unlock your potential as a key contributor in driving operational excellence through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Collaborate with teams to implement continuous improvement strategies and enhance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $231K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, coaching teams, and executing improvement events to enhance operational excellence at the site level, ensuring sustainable...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $231K *

Champion operational excellence by executing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies on the production floor. Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement, enhance manufacturing processes, and supp...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Lead environmental compliance initiatives to ensure adherence to regulations across multiple states. Collaborate with teams to implement sustainability goals, perform audits, and manage data for repor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Champion environmental compliance initiatives by developing programs, conducting audits, and leading teams across multiple states to enhance sustainability and ensure regulatory adherence while collab...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $231K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by executing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, leading improvement events, and coaching teams to enhance operational excellence at the site level, ensuring sustainable...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $215K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading a dynamic team to ensure efficient production readiness, quality control, and process optimization for Strategic Systems products. Collaborate across depar...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $215K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading a dynamic team to ensure efficient production of Strategic Systems products. Collaborate across departments to drive innovation, quality, and scalability w...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $215K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in manufacturing engineering and process technology. Lead a skilled team to enhance production capabilities, ensuring quality and efficiency in transitioning prod...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by overseeing a robust management system, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Lead quality assurance ef...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Champion a culture of safety and efficiency as you lead engineering and maintenance initiatives, driving projects that enhance operations, reduce costs, and maximize reliability across the plant...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving process excellence and governance across enterprise planning. This role focuses on standardizing and improving planning processes to enhance decision-making and business per...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to lead manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency across all shifts. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while developing team leaders and optimizing...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $177K *

Drive innovation by analyzing and designing complex engineering solutions to enhance product performance and meet customer needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality result...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $155K *

Oversee all manufacturing operations, driving performance and growth initiatives while managing budgets and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Lead a high-performing team to ach...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $163K *

Lead the charge in optimizing engineering and facilities operations, ensuring safety and efficiency across our Illinois locations while managing budgets, projects, and cross-functional teams to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing Mechanical Engineering team, driving technical excellence and establishing engineering standards for custom machine design while fostering collaboration...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Deliver exceptional project management for federal construction initiatives, overseeing design, execution, and budget management. Ensure timely completion and client satisfaction while coordinating wi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $185K *

Shape the future of advanced manufacturing by leading multidisciplinary engineering projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure successful project delivery from inception to closeout, manag...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex engineering projects in Advanced Manufacturing. Oversee multidisciplinary teams, manage project scope, schedules, and budgets, while ensuring successful deliver...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $114K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing production efficiency and quality. As an Operations Supervisor, you'll lead daily activities, manage teams, and drive continuous improvement to meet safety a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by enhancing tools and methods. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, and productivity while ensuring compliance with customer and engine...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive safety and efficiency by designing engineering solutions, optimizing workflows, and leading SHEA programs in a modern repair facility. Collaborate across teams to enhance operations for industri...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.