Senior Product Design Manager Jobs in Illinois
Senior Product Design Manager jobs in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago, Evanston, and Schaumburg, where companies like Motorola Solutions, Allstate, and McDonald's Corporation maintain large product and experience design organizations. Demand is strongest for managers who specialize in enterprise UX systems, design operations, and cross-functional product strategy, reflecting the depth of Illinois's technology and financial services sectors. Chicago's density of Fortune 500 headquarters and a growing mid-market tech scene keep this one of the most active markets in the Midwest for senior design leadership. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Amazon Web Services is hiring a Senior Product Design Mechanical Engineer with diesel generator experience for our Electrical Products and Services team. The Electrical Products and Services Team is a AWS's Data Center Engineering global engineering team, responsible for the design and continuous innovation for products used within our rapidly expanding data center footprint.
The Electrical Products and Services team works to design and develop resilient, cost-effective electrical distribution products and systems. As an engineer at Amazon, we are responsible for achieving world class uptime for our customers. We drive continuous advancements and improvements with our designs and communicate technical direction to Senior Leadership. We seek new ways to enhance the reliability, scalability, and cost effectiveness of our engineering designs. As an engineer at Amazon, you can design, innovate, and improve the products our customers rely on.
Amazon offers a fast-paced, fun, and exciting work environment. We continue to grow at exponential rates and are looking for individuals that can support our speed to market, enjoy a challenge, and have a desire for professional growth and continuous learning experiences. Amazon’s work environment is unique in every aspect and offers an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate.
If you are a natural leader, smart and worked with high performing team of engineers that enjoys working with complex problems we want you! At Amazon, you will be responsible for working on product designs and supporting our wide variety of customers. Great ideas are encouraged and supported. Ingenuity is the main mechanism which supports our focus on quality, speed, and cost.
At Amazon, teamwork is absolutely necessary for us to accomplish our goals. You must be able to work within a team and depend on others to accomplish the required work. As a product engineer at Amazon, you will be working with other internal groups as well as external groups including engineering service providers, manufacturers, vendors, inspectors, third party testing labs and contractors.
Amazon has a global presence. Travel will be necessary but shouldn’t be more than 30%. International support will be part of the job, and some international travel may be necessary. Your contribution could consist of leading international projects and could require developing engineering information packages. An understanding of international electrical or mechanical product design requirements is helpful but not necessary.
Key job responsibilities
- Work with internal partner teams to solicit customer input and define design requirements for product design.
- Lead new product design, development and qualification of critical electrical power distribution equipment for AWS data centers with primary focus on backup power generation, specifically diesel generators, enclosures, and aftertreatment systems, as well as connecting dependencies with other electrical equipment.
- Work with global suppliers and manufacturers to specify appropriate equipment and components, ensuring tier 2-3 supply chain resiliency.
- Ensure compliance with UL, CSA, IEC and federal, state and municipal requirements and building codes across different countries through appropriate levels of testing.
- Validate design through prototype, pre-production and first-of-kind builds, conducting DFx and value engineering analysis through each step and updating design and documentation.
- Work with field engineering and commissioning teams to properly test and validate installation, operation, and performance of AWS products.
- Ability to provide support for manufacturing activities for the new products on concurrent projects in multiple geographical locations.
- Be a leader within the product development team as well as within internal and external teams that support the data center.
About the team
*Why AWS*
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
*Diverse Experiences*
Amazon values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
*Work/Life Balance*
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
*Inclusive Team Culture*
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
*Mentorship and Career Growth*
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 6+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities experience
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
- Knowledge of critical data center mechanical and electrical equipment
- Experience developing solutions and executing plans on complex projects
- Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 6+ years of data center design, construction, operations, or facility maintenance experience
- Professional Engineering or Architectural License
- Knowledge of building codes and regulations for your region
- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
- Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents
- Experience in Backup Generator with exhaust aftertreatment, Switchgear, or HVAC system product design, product packaging, system integration, and layout design
- Experience in collaborating across Procurement and Supply Chain, Quality, Operations, Commissioning, and suppliers on Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA), and Design for Serviceability (DFS), and/or value engineering
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, GA, Atlanta - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually
USA, OH, COLUMBUS - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually
USA, TX, Austin - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Herndon - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 136,600.00 - 184,800.00 USD annually
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The qualifications that appear most often in senior product design manager jobs across Illinois.
- Portfolio demonstrating leadership of end-to-end product design at enterprise or consumer scale
- Seven or more years of product or UX design experience with at least two in a management role
- Proven ability to build, mentor, and evaluate design teams across multiple product lines
- Proficiency in Figma, collaborative design systems, and cross-functional product development workflows
- Experience partnering with engineering and product management through full agile delivery cycles
- Bachelor's degree in product design, interaction design, human-computer interaction, or a related field
Senior Product Design Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior product design manager in Illinois?
The path to a senior product design manager role in Illinois runs through hands-on individual contributor work, then a team lead or principal designer position, before moving into management. Illinois does not require a state-issued license for this role. Chicago employers expect a strong portfolio showing systems-level thinking, leadership examples, and measurable product outcomes. A degree in design, HCI, or a related field is standard, though a compelling body of work and management experience often carry equal weight at larger Illinois companies.
Which companies hire senior product design managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring senior product design managers in Illinois right now include Amazon, Molex, and Rush University Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, enterprise software companies, and fintech firms in and around Chicago makes the state a consistent source of senior design leadership openings year-round.
Which Illinois cities have the most senior product design manager jobs?
Chicago, Lisle, and Skokie account for the largest share of senior product design manager openings in Illinois. Chicago drives the vast majority of demand as the state's dominant business hub, home to major corporate headquarters and a dense tech sector, while suburban markets like Schaumburg and Deerfield generate openings from large companies that have maintained long-standing Illinois operations outside the city core.
Are there remote senior product design manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 50% of senior product design manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of this role centers on digital collaboration, design reviews, and stakeholder meetings that transfer well to distributed work. Strategic and systems-level work tends to be the most remote-friendly, while roles that require close day-to-day coaching of junior designers are more likely to ask for in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a senior product design manager in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving from a senior individual contributor role into a lead or principal designer position before pursuing management titles. Illinois employers like Motorola Solutions, Allstate, and mid-market Chicago tech companies regularly hire from within, so lateral moves from adjacent roles such as UX lead, product designer, or design strategist are common stepping stones. Building a portfolio that shows project ownership, stakeholder communication, and team collaboration, combined with any formal mentorship or cross-functional leadership experience, gives candidates a meaningful edge when targeting their first management opportunity.
Where can I find and apply to senior product design manager jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to senior product design manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No profile creation is required to see the listings or start an application.
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