Design Manager Salary in Tatsuno, Nagano

Tatsuno includes businesses in machinery and industrial tools. Salaries for design managers are in the mid-range for Nagano.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥3,300,000 to ¥4,000,000

Average (per year)

¥3,600,000

Design work for machinery, tools, and small business operations is performed by entry-level staff.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥4,100,000 to ¥4,950,000

Average (per year)

¥4,500,000

Support for suppliers and regional manufacturing is provided by mid-level design managers.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

¥5,000,000 to ¥6,200,000

Average (per year)

¥5,600,000

Design coordination for larger factories and tech-adjacent companies is handled by senior managers.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

¥6,300,000+

Design direction for major employers is set and design teams are mentored by principal managers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

¥1850 - ¥2500

per hour

Mid-level

¥2550 - ¥3250

per hour

Senior

¥3350 - ¥4000

per hour