Senior Level Product Design Manager Jobs
Senior level product design manager jobs place experienced designers in charge of product vision, design systems, and the cross-functional teams that bring complex experiences to life. Roles are concentrated across Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, with a strong mix of remote and on-site positions, and employers like Amazon, Molex, and Rippling hiring at this level now.
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INTRODUCTION
Cullerton Group is seeking an experienced Senior Product Design & Development Engineer for a prospective opportunity supporting a leading manufacturer of advanced electrical and electronic components serving the automotive and transportation industries. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in mechanical and electromechanical product design, product development, and engineering problem-solving. Experience designing automotive electrical connectors, precision plastic housings, electronic components, or similar electromechanical assemblies is highly preferred.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and develop mechanical and electromechanical components, including electrical connectors, precision plastic housings, and related assemblies.
- Create and modify 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and product specifications.
- Perform GD&T, dimensional tolerance analysis, and DFM/DFA.
- Support product development from concept through prototyping, validation, and production release.
- Conduct design reviews, DFMEA, engineering calculations, and root-cause analysis.
- Evaluate materials, mechanical performance, dimensional requirements, and manufacturing feasibility.
- Collaborate with tooling, manufacturing, quality, and cross-functional engineering teams.
- Troubleshoot product fit, function, assembly, and reliability issues.
- Support product testing, design verification, engineering changes, and manufacturing launch activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of mechanical or electromechanical product design and development experience preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Hands-on experience designing mechanical or electromechanical products and components.
- Proficiency with Siemens NX, Creo, SolidWorks, or CATIA.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, engineering drawings, and DFM/DFA.
- Familiarity with injection-molded plastics, metal-stamped components, and precision manufacturing processes.
- Experience supporting product validation, testing, and manufacturing launch.
- Strong engineering problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Must currently reside in Michigan and be available to work onsite in the Greater Detroit area.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Direct experience designing automotive electrical connectors, connector housings, or terminals.
- Knowledge of automotive wire harness connections, sealing systems, and retention mechanisms.
- Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA, APQP, or PPAP.
- Familiarity with engineering thermoplastics such as PBT, LCP, PPS, and PA66.
- Experience with high-voltage, high-current, or signal connector products.
- Background in automotive electrical/electronic component manufacturing.
LOCATION
Location: Greater Detroit Area, Michigan
WORK ARRANGEMENT
Work Arrangement: Onsite – Michigan-Based Candidates Only
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Employment Type: Contract (Prospective Opportunity)
PAY RATE
Pay Rate: $65–$90/hour W2
Interested in This Opportunity? If you have hands-on experience designing precision mechanical or electromechanical products and enjoy taking designs from concept through production, we'd love to connect! Apply today or send a direct message to learn more.
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INTRODUCTION
Cullerton Group is seeking an experienced Senior Product Design & Development Engineer for a prospective opportunity supporting a leading manufacturer of advanced electrical and electronic components serving the automotive and transportation industries. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in mechanical and electromechanical product design, product development, and engineering problem-solving. Experience designing automotive electrical connectors, precision plastic housings, electronic components, or similar electromechanical assemblies is highly preferred.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and develop mechanical and electromechanical components, including electrical connectors, precision plastic housings, and related assemblies.
- Create and modify 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and product specifications.
- Perform GD&T, dimensional tolerance analysis, and DFM/DFA.
- Support product development from concept through prototyping, validation, and production release.
- Conduct design reviews, DFMEA, engineering calculations, and root-cause analysis.
- Evaluate materials, mechanical performance, dimensional requirements, and manufacturing feasibility.
- Collaborate with tooling, manufacturing, quality, and cross-functional engineering teams.
- Troubleshoot product fit, function, assembly, and reliability issues.
- Support product testing, design verification, engineering changes, and manufacturing launch activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 7+ years of mechanical or electromechanical product design and development experience preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Hands-on experience designing mechanical or electromechanical products and components.
- Proficiency with Siemens NX, Creo, SolidWorks, or CATIA.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, engineering drawings, and DFM/DFA.
- Familiarity with injection-molded plastics, metal-stamped components, and precision manufacturing processes.
- Experience supporting product validation, testing, and manufacturing launch.
- Strong engineering problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Must currently reside in Michigan and be available to work onsite in the Greater Detroit area.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Direct experience designing automotive electrical connectors, connector housings, or terminals.
- Knowledge of automotive wire harness connections, sealing systems, and retention mechanisms.
- Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA, APQP, or PPAP.
- Familiarity with engineering thermoplastics such as PBT, LCP, PPS, and PA66.
- Experience with high-voltage, high-current, or signal connector products.
- Background in automotive electrical/electronic component manufacturing.
LOCATION
Location: Greater Detroit Area, Michigan
WORK ARRANGEMENT
Work Arrangement: Onsite – Michigan-Based Candidates Only
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Employment Type: Contract (Prospective Opportunity)
PAY RATE
Pay Rate: $65–$90/hour W2
Interested in This Opportunity? If you have hands-on experience designing precision mechanical or electromechanical products and enjoy taking designs from concept through production, we'd love to connect! Apply today or send a direct message to learn more.
Hiring #ProductDesignEngineer #ProductDevelopmentEngineer #MechanicalEngineering #AutomotiveEngineering #ConnectorDesign #ElectromechanicalEngineering #GDandT #DetroitJobs #MichiganJobs #EngineeringJobs #ContractJobs
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Senior Level Product Design Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level product design manager job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have led design organizations or significant product areas, not just individual contributors who managed a small team. Demonstrating that you have shaped design strategy, influenced roadmap decisions, and grown designers under your mentorship matters more than portfolio polish alone. Clear examples of cross-functional ownership and measurable product outcomes give candidates a concrete edge.
Which companies hire senior level product design managers?
Companies hiring senior level product design managers right now include Amazon, Molex, and Rippling, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from organizations with established design functions that are scaling their practice or rebuilding design leadership after a period of growth.
Are there remote senior level product design manager jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and company stage. About 33% of senior level product design manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting continued demand for experienced design leaders who can manage distributed teams effectively. On-site roles are more common at companies prioritizing in-person collaboration for complex product work.
What makes a product design manager role senior level?
Senior level product design manager roles are defined by scope and ownership rather than task execution. Responsibilities typically include setting design direction for a product area or entire platform, aligning design decisions with business goals, mentoring mid-level designers, and representing design in executive or cross-functional leadership conversations. The expectation is that you shape how design operates, not just what it delivers.
Which industries hire the most senior level product design managers?
Senior Level product design manager roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to invest heavily in design leadership because their products require sustained iteration, strong user research integration, and design systems that scale across large engineering organizations.