Design Manager Salary in Niihama, Ehime
Niihama has a strong industrial presence, dominated by chemical and machinery companies. Design managers earn salaries that vary by employer and sector.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥3,200,000 to ¥3,900,000
Average (per year)
¥3,550,000
Entry-level managers support operational projects.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,000,000 to ¥4,800,000
Average (per year)
¥4,400,000
Mid-level managers help run chemical plants and heavy‑industry operations.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
¥4,900,000 to ¥5,800,000
Average (per year)
¥5,350,000
Senior staff direct teams in large-scale industrial design projects, often for Sumitomo Group affiliates.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
¥5,900,000+
Principal roles focus on long‑term infrastructure and corporate campus planning.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
¥1700 - ¥2200
per hour
Mid-level
¥2300 - ¥3000
per hour
Senior
¥3100 - ¥4100
per hour