Design Manager Salary in Qidong, Jiangsu

Qidong is located near Shanghai, a region with logistics, chemicals, and advanced manufacturing activity. Design managers here earn less than in first-tier cities, but housing and daily expenses are much lower. Multinational and local firms both hire for this role.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥96,000 to ¥144,000

Average (per year)

¥120,000

Early career design managers in Qidong work mainly at manufacturing firms and smaller tech companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥145,000 to ¥210,000

Average (per year)

¥178,000

Mid-level roles are available in local industrial parks or joint venture enterprises.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥211,000 to ¥295,000

Average (per year)

¥253,000

Senior managers lead multidisciplinary teams in export-focused factories or regional offices.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥296,000+

Principal-level leaders receive salaries associated with major construction, logistics, or manufacturing projects.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥50 - ¥85

per hour

Mid-level

¥86 - ¥125

per hour

Senior

¥126 - ¥180

per hour