Mid Level Technical Design Lead Jobs
Mid level technical design lead jobs go to designers ready to own projects end to end, guide junior teammates, and drive design decisions with real accountability. Openings are spread across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Consulting & Professional Services, Electronics & Hardware, and Manufacturing, with employers like Amazon, Apple, and KLA hiring at this level now.
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Department Summary:
The Department of Art and Design offers undergraduate students BA and BFA degrees in Studio Art and Graphic Design and a BA in Art History. Our small department with accomplished faculty provides students with personalized experiences. From classwork to mentoring to internships, we guide students to incorporate their interests and values into their education and career goals. Our courses are designed to encourage curiosity and enhance responsible artistic engagement, involving students in collaborative projects with campus and community organizations and with Drake University’s Anderson Gallery. More information about our department can be found here: https://www.drake.edu/artsci/departments-programs
Job Summary:
The Department of Art and Design at Drake University is seeking to hire an adjunct instructor who will be responsible for teaching one course covering observational drawing techniques to beginning undergraduate major and non-major students.
The successful candidate will have the ability to effectively teach a range of fundamental drawing techniques, lead critical discussion of finished artworks, contribute to the safe use of the drawing studio and its related equipment, and maintain communication with enrolled students.
The course will be conducted in-person twice a week, with each session lasting 2 hours and 20 minutes. Enrollment for the course is capped at 15 students.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors + 5 years teaching experience or bachelors + industry experience
Preferred Qualifications:
A MFA, undergraduate teaching experience and a history of sustained artistic practice is preferred.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For consideration, you must apply online.
To apply for this position, please include:
(1) a letter detailing your experience qualifying you for the position;
(2) a curriculum vitae;
(3) a list of three references, including current email addresses and phone numbers;
(4) a PDF based or link to a portfolio.
If you have any questions about this job posting or the application process, please email emily.newman@drake.edu.
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
About Drake:
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
STRONG COMMITMENT TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. Drake University is proud to support an equal opportunity, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Learn more about why Drake is an exceptional place to work: An Exceptional Working Environment | Drake University
Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (ph: 515.271.3133; email: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
At Drake University, we highly value a diverse, inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We stand firmly against discrimination including on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Department Summary:
The Department of Art and Design offers undergraduate students BA and BFA degrees in Studio Art and Graphic Design and a BA in Art History. Our small department with accomplished faculty provides students with personalized experiences. From classwork to mentoring to internships, we guide students to incorporate their interests and values into their education and career goals. Our courses are designed to encourage curiosity and enhance responsible artistic engagement, involving students in collaborative projects with campus and community organizations and with Drake University’s Anderson Gallery. More information about our department can be found here: https://www.drake.edu/artsci/departments-programs
Job Summary:
The Department of Art and Design at Drake University is seeking to hire an adjunct instructor who will be responsible for teaching one course covering observational drawing techniques to beginning undergraduate major and non-major students.
The successful candidate will have the ability to effectively teach a range of fundamental drawing techniques, lead critical discussion of finished artworks, contribute to the safe use of the drawing studio and its related equipment, and maintain communication with enrolled students.
The course will be conducted in-person twice a week, with each session lasting 2 hours and 20 minutes. Enrollment for the course is capped at 15 students.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelors + 5 years teaching experience or bachelors + industry experience
Preferred Qualifications:
A MFA, undergraduate teaching experience and a history of sustained artistic practice is preferred.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For consideration, you must apply online.
To apply for this position, please include:
(1) a letter detailing your experience qualifying you for the position;
(2) a curriculum vitae;
(3) a list of three references, including current email addresses and phone numbers;
(4) a PDF based or link to a portfolio.
If you have any questions about this job posting or the application process, please email emily.newman@drake.edu.
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
About Drake:
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
STRONG COMMITMENT TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. Drake University is proud to support an equal opportunity, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Learn more about why Drake is an exceptional place to work: An Exceptional Working Environment | Drake University
Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (ph: 515.271.3133; email: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
At Drake University, we highly value a diverse, inclusive workforce. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We stand firmly against discrimination including on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon48
- Apple33
- KLA18
- NVIDIA13
- JPMorganChase11
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services126
- Electronics & Hardware111
- Manufacturing79
- Technology & Software78
- Construction & Real Estate46
Mid Level Technical Design Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level technical design lead job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you led the design from concept through handoff, made independent decisions, and shaped outcomes. Emphasize cross-functional collaboration with engineering and product, any mentorship of junior designers, and a portfolio that shows systems thinking alongside execution. Hiring managers at this level want evidence you work with limited oversight, not just strong craft.
Which companies hire mid level technical design leads?
Companies hiring mid level technical design leads right now include Amazon, Apple, and KLA, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including product companies scaling their design teams, agencies adding experienced leads, and enterprise organizations building out dedicated technical design functions.
Are there remote mid level technical design lead jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid options are well represented at this level. About 20% of mid level technical design lead openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand from distributed product teams and technology companies comfortable managing design contributors remotely. Fully on-site roles still exist, particularly in industries where close collaboration with hardware or physical production is part of the job.
How do I move up to a mid level technical design lead role?
Moving from entry level to mid level takes deliberate expansion of scope over time. Early career, the focus is on craft and execution. As you progress, you take on full project ownership, make design decisions without constant review, and start influencing how your team approaches problems. Building relationships with engineers and product managers, documenting your decision-making process, and showing measurable impact in past work are what distinguish mid level candidates from those still in a support role.
Which industries hire the most mid level technical design leads?
Mid Level technical design lead roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Electronics & Hardware, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors invest heavily in technical design talent at the mid level because they are scaling products that require experienced designers who can operate independently and bridge the gap between early ideation and production-ready output.