Design Director Salary in Hitachi, Ibaraki

Hitachi is a city that hosts a major technology company headquarters. Design Directors in Hitachi work in manufacturing and engineering sectors.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,700,000 to ¥6,000,000

Average (per year)

¥5,400,000

Recent graduates often join manufacturing or tech-adjacent firms in the area.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥6,000,000 to ¥7,800,000

Average (per year)

¥7,000,000

Mid-level directors work in established companies, including suppliers to corporations headquartered in the region.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥7,800,000 to ¥9,500,000

Average (per year)

¥8,600,000

Senior roles are found with tech and industrial employers in the region.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥9,500,000+

Principal Directors may work on projects or consult for manufacturers in the city.

Hourly Rates

For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.

Junior

¥2300 - ¥2800

per hour

Mid-level

¥2800 - ¥3700

per hour

Senior

¥3700 - ¥4700

per hour