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Lead Designer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Action Company LLC

Landscape Designer

Marshall, MN · On-site

Perform weekly follow ups with other lead designer and operations manager as well as with clients. * Visit sites to monitor job progress, quality, and bring any needed material. Education and ...

Action Company LLC

Landscape Designer

Marshall, MN · On-site

Perform weekly follow ups with other lead designer and operations manager as well as with clients. * Visit sites to monitor job progress, quality, and bring any needed material. Education and ...

CESO, Inc.

Senior Designer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$68K - $122K/yr

Create and lead design and preparation of 2D and 3D detailed construction drawings, and designs using Computer-Assisted Design (CAD) and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software. * Be able to ...

CESO, Inc.

Senior Designer

Minneapolis, MN

$68K - $122K/yr

Create and lead design and preparation of 2D and 3D detailed construction drawings, and designs using Computer-Assisted Design (CAD) and/or Building Information Modeling (BIM) software. * Be able to ...

IMEG

Senior Electrical Engineer/Designer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$108K - $146K/yr

Schedule and lead progress meetings and provide meeting documentation • Conduct construction site visits and provide documentation as needed or requested • Respond to and resolve client ...

IMEG

Senior Electrical Engineer/Designer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$108K - $146K/yr

TECHNICAL AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT PATH The Senior Electrical Designer will lead design efforts as a project manager or lead designer for moderate to complex projects, and lead design efforts with ...

Circle

Lead Product Designer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$172K - $225K/yr

We are looking for a Lead Product Designer to join our Identity Team. This is a horizontal platform role, meaning you won't just be building features for one user type; you will be architecting the ...

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How much do lead designer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead designer in Minnesota is $89,284.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,100.00 and $107,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lead Designer vs Senior Designer?

AspectLead DesignerSenior Designer
ResponsibilitiesOversees design projects, manages design team, sets creative directionExecutes design tasks, develops concepts, and contributes to projects independently
Required SkillsStrong leadership, project management, advanced design skillsAdvanced design skills, creativity, problem-solving
Work EnvironmentCollaborative, team leadership, client interactionFocused on individual contribution, team collaboration
Common UsageUsed in agencies, tech companies, large organizationsUsed across similar industries, often as a senior individual contributor

The main difference between a Lead Designer and a Senior Designer lies in their scope of responsibilities. Lead Designers typically manage teams and oversee projects, while Senior Designers focus on executing complex design tasks independently. Both roles require advanced design skills, but Lead Designers also need leadership and project management abilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead Designer, you need advanced design skills, a strong portfolio, and experience with design principles and team leadership, often supported by a degree in design or a related field. Mastery of industry-standard tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, or Sketch, and familiarity with project management systems are essential. Exceptional communication, creative problem-solving, and leadership abilities help you guide teams and collaborate with stakeholders. These skills ensure the delivery of innovative, cohesive designs that align with business goals and drive project success.

How does a lead designer typically collaborate with other departments during a project?

A Lead Designer frequently works cross-functionally, coordinating closely with product managers, developers, and marketing teams to ensure design solutions align with business objectives and technical constraints. They often participate in strategy meetings, provide design direction, and facilitate feedback sessions to harmonize the visual and functional aspects of a project. This collaboration helps maintain consistency in user experience and brand identity while ensuring that deliverables meet deadlines and stakeholder expectations.

What is a lead designer?

A lead designer is in charge of the creative aspects of a project. As a lead designer, you may work with a creative director to oversee design of a video game, a multimedia project, or website. Your job duties in this career include meeting with clients to assess their needs, creating a framework for the project, and working with an art team to execute the plan according to specifications. Qualifications vary, depending on the employer, but lead designers typically need a bachelor’s degree and several years of industry experience.

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Infographic showing various Lead Designer job openings in Minnesota as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,284 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Electrical Harness Lead & Designer - The Toro Company

The Toro Company

Bloomington, MN • On-site

$160K - $167K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 8 days ago

The Toro Company rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 17 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

210th of 487 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future.
Who Are We?
The Electrical Harness Lead & Designer serves as a senior-level designer/engineer, manager, and team leader of the harness design group to design and develop electrical harnesses for The Toro Company's Landscapes and Contractor (L&C) Division.
This position will design and develop electrical harnesses; collect, assign, organize and manage the work of the harness design group; and manage and develop the members of the harness design group.
In the Landscapes and Contractor Division, we take pride in being an industry leader in developing turf care products for residential and commercial customers under the Toro, Exmark, and Spartan brands. Our teams strive to create innovative, productive, value-driven, and high-quality products while partnering with high-caliber employees that bring passion to their everyday work. The Toro Corporation truly values its employees with employee development and advancement opportunities.
On-site only. Remote or hybrid work is not available for this position.
We invite you to become part of our team!
What Will You Do?
In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for:
Harness Team Leadership
  • Lead the Harness Design Team of the Power Systems Group, to plan, design, develop, prototype, inspect, release and document electrical harnesses and associated components, for new product development and cost and quality improvements - from residential products through the largest zero-turn rotary mowers on the market.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, groups, and divisions, to define harness requirements and scope, estimate schedules, budgets, costs, and resources for new product development, as well as to improve quality, reduce cost, improve lead-lines and resolve harness supplier issues.
  • Manage and lead the harness team that resides in three locations: Toro Headquarters in Bloomington, MN; Exmark Division in Beatrice, NE; and the India Technology Center in Pune, India.
  • Plan resource needs, and recruit, develop, mentor, and manage the performance and engagement of your team.
  • Lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining project schedules, costs, and deliverables.

Technical Leadership and Design
  • Serve as a technical lead for electrical harness design and development.
  • Perform all aspects of harness design and development; including architecture design, schematic entry, harness routing, component selection, harness assembly, testing, verification, machine fit-up, supplier support, documentation.
  • Oversee your team's work to ensure robust, manufacturable, and serviceable electrical harness solutions that meet performance, cost, quality, manufacturability, and regulatory requirements and expectations.
  • Establish and maintain best practices for harness design methods and standards.
  • Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, failure mode analyses, supplier meetings.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in product design processes and development tools.
  • Help oversee and manage the Electrical Lab facilities at Bloomington, MN site.

What Do You Need?
To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements:
Required Education and Experience
  • Associate's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • Bachelor's degree in an applicable engineering field is preferred.
  • Minimum of 10+ years of progressive product design experience in a product development or manufacturing environment.
  • Significant experience designing electrical systems, wiring harnesses, and electromechanical assemblies.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Harness Design Software (Arcadia or Creo Schematics are preferred), 3D CAD software (Creo preferred), and MRP systems.
  • Demonstrated understanding of electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, connector systems, and harness development processes.
  • Demonstrated success leading complex design projects from concept through production.
  • Demonstrated technical competency, engineering decision making, and judgement.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze and troubleshoot vehicle electrical systems using machine schematics, meters, oscilloscopes and data acquisition equipment.
  • Demonstrated experience leading, managing, developing and mentoring team members.
  • Demonstrated ability to estimate, plan, track and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate, communicate, work as a team, and delegate.
  • Highly competent oral and written communication skills, in English.
  • Results-driven and action-oriented; self-motivated, positive and energetic.
  • Strong process orientation and drive for continuous improvement.
  • Desire to work in a fast paced, challenging, and evolving environment with a team-first mindset.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with off-road equipment, turf care equipment, agricultural machinery, construction equipment, or automotive systems.
  • Familiarity with CAN bus systems, vehicle electrical architecture, and embedded control systems.
  • Experience working directly with electrical harness suppliers and contract manufacturers.
  • Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
  • Experience supporting global product development initiatives.

Leadership Expectations
  • Demonstrate ownership and accountability for project outcomes.
  • Champion innovation while maintaining practical and manufacturable design solutions.
  • Foster collaboration across engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain functions.
  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, quality, and customer focus.

Travel Expectations
  • Occasional overnight travel will be necessary, for example to Beatrice, NE or to Bloomington, MN.

What Can We Give You?
At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits - The Toro Company offers employees a variety of perks, including:
  • Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.
  • Wellness - TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees.
  • Volunteerism - TTC is proud to provide employees 20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
  • Competitive Salary - The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is between $103,000 - $135,000. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the dailypay app.

At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment experience for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a growing concern for job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you'll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities. All legitimate job opportunities must be applied for directly through our official careers page at jobs.thetorocompany.com or via Workday, our applicant tracking system.
The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.

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