Design Manager Jobs in Indiana
Design Manager jobs in Indiana concentrate in product development, manufacturing UX, and corporate brand and communications, with demand running from mid-level creative leads to senior directors overseeing cross-functional teams. The largest hiring activity is in Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend, where employers such as Eli Lilly, Salesforce, and Cummins maintain significant design and product functions. Package and industrial design, digital product design, and brand systems are the specialties appearing most consistently in Indiana postings. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Collins is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We have opportunities for you.
Collins is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to play a key role on our Chesterton, Indiana team. This role brings the opportunity to work on a variety of design projects including bridge, waterfront, roadway, and construction temporary works projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in bridge & structural design and project management who can bring creative problem-solving skills balanced with a strong background in the field. Experience managing INDOT bridge design projects is required. This position requires the ability to manage projects, consult with clients and government agencies, and direct teams. This role offers a great opportunity for a highly motivated, driven professional who is looking for career growth with a company pushing forward in the industry.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
- Independently performs moderately difficult engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
- Prepares complete engineering plans or reports.
- Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
- Is active in technical societies.
- Responsible for moderately difficult engineering projects in the field or office in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Works directly with clients.
- Responsible for project schedules and timely completion of projects.
- Monitors project budgets.
- Ensures accurate client billings and monitors outstanding accounts receivable.
- Assists in proposal preparation, project scoping, estimating project costs, project planning, and project quality.
- Is available to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.
- Directs and supervises the work of entry-level engineers, technicians, drafters and administrative staff.
- Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.
- Ensures that staff needing specialized training in health and safety procedures and practices receive such training and that safety is discussed as an important aspect of their work.
- Relocation is available
Click HERE to see the variety of benefits Collins has to offer.
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor's degree and/or master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university.
- A minimum of 8-12 years’ experience or the equivalent thereof.
- Experience in the inspection and/or design of, but not limited to, bridges, roadways, railroads, marinas, and/or ports.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensed in the State of Indiana required.
Collins is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm. We have opportunities for you.
Collins is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to play a key role on our Chesterton, Indiana team. This role brings the opportunity to work on a variety of design projects including bridge, waterfront, roadway, and construction temporary works projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in bridge & structural design and project management who can bring creative problem-solving skills balanced with a strong background in the field. Experience managing INDOT bridge design projects is required. This position requires the ability to manage projects, consult with clients and government agencies, and direct teams. This role offers a great opportunity for a highly motivated, driven professional who is looking for career growth with a company pushing forward in the industry.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
- Independently performs moderately difficult engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
- Prepares complete engineering plans or reports.
- Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
- Is active in technical societies.
- Responsible for moderately difficult engineering projects in the field or office in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Works directly with clients.
- Responsible for project schedules and timely completion of projects.
- Monitors project budgets.
- Ensures accurate client billings and monitors outstanding accounts receivable.
- Assists in proposal preparation, project scoping, estimating project costs, project planning, and project quality.
- Is available to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.
- Directs and supervises the work of entry-level engineers, technicians, drafters and administrative staff.
- Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.
- Ensures that staff needing specialized training in health and safety procedures and practices receive such training and that safety is discussed as an important aspect of their work.
- Relocation is available
Click HERE to see the variety of benefits Collins has to offer.
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor's degree and/or master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited four-year university.
- A minimum of 8-12 years’ experience or the equivalent thereof.
- Experience in the inspection and/or design of, but not limited to, bridges, roadways, railroads, marinas, and/or ports.
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensed in the State of Indiana required.
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What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in design manager jobs across Indiana.
- Bachelor's degree in graphic design, industrial design, or a related design discipline
- Five or more years of progressive design experience including team leadership
- Portfolio demonstrating end-to-end design ownership across multiple projects
- Proficiency in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or relevant prototyping tools
- Experience collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing stakeholders
- Familiarity with Agile or iterative product development processes
Design Manager Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a design manager in Indiana?
The most direct path is a bachelor's degree in graphic design, industrial design, UX, or a closely related field, followed by several years of hands-on design work before moving into a lead or manager role. Indiana does not require a state-issued license for design managers. Large Indiana employers, particularly in manufacturing and life sciences, often look for candidates who have led a design team through a full product cycle, so documenting that experience clearly is the most important credential you can build.
How much do design managers make in Indiana?
Design managers in Indiana earn a median of about $105,690 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,990 for the lowest 10% to over $185,690 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire design managers in Indiana?
Employers hiring design managers in Indiana right now include City of Indianapolis & Marion County, Lochmueller, and MISO, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Indiana's mix of global manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, and growing tech companies in the Indianapolis corridor keeps demand for design leadership steady across both product and brand disciplines.
Which Indiana cities have the most design manager jobs?
Indianapolis, Carmel, and Fort Wayne account for the most design manager openings in Indiana. Indianapolis drives the bulk of postings as the state's corporate and tech center, home to major headquarters and growing digital product teams, while Fort Wayne and South Bend contribute openings tied to manufacturing and industrial design functions at established regional employers.
Are there remote design manager jobs in Indiana?
Yes, and more than many fields, because design management work is largely screen-based and collaborative through digital tools. About 17% of design manager openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting broader industry flexibility for this role. The portions of the role most likely to stay remote are brand strategy, digital product oversight, and creative direction, while industrial or packaging design roles tend to require more on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a design manager in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is to land an individual contributor design role at a large Indiana employer and build toward a lead position from within. Companies such as Eli Lilly, Cummins, and Salesforce's Indianapolis office regularly post associate and mid-level designer roles that develop into management tracks. Lateral moves from UX designer, brand designer, or creative coordinator roles are common stepping stones. A strong portfolio showing ownership of a complete project, even from freelance or academic work, carries significant weight in the absence of formal management experience.
Where can I find and apply to design manager jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to design manager jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level and the industries you want to work in, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No sign-up is needed to see the listings.
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