Design Manager Salary in Stourbridge, Sandwell
Stourbridge has a history of glassmaking. Salaries reflect local conditions.
Salary by experience level
Entry-level (0-2 years)
Salary range (per year)
£34,500 to £39,000
Average (per year)
£36,750
Most entry-level positions focus on design support for local engineering and manufacturing firms.
Mid-level (3-5 years)
Salary range (per year)
£40,000 to £47,000
Average (per year)
£43,500
Mid-level managers coordinate projects with glassworks and regional suppliers.
Senior (6-9 years)
Salary range (per year)
£48,000 to £55,000
Average (per year)
£51,500
Senior roles involve leading design teams and working with clients from the West Midlands.
Principal/Lead (10+ years)
Salary range (per year)
£56,000+
Principal managers advise larger manufacturers and sometimes oversee regional innovation projects.
Hourly Rates
For freelance or contract work, hourly rates are typically higher than equivalent salaried positions.
Junior
£19 - £25
per hour
Mid-level
£26 - £34
per hour
Senior
£35 - £43
per hour