Product Design Manager Salary in Västerås, Västmanland

Västerås has a strong industrial base, with major employers in energy and automation. Salaries in the city reflect local market conditions. Design managers often work in large manufacturing companies.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

kr440,000 to kr540,000

Average (per year)

kr490,000

Graduates begin their careers in industrial firms or smaller tech companies.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

kr540,000 to kr630,000

Average (per year)

kr585,000

Mid-level managers create products for automation and energy companies.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

kr630,000 to kr720,000

Average (per year)

kr675,000

Design responsibilities fall to senior leaders at global manufacturing or tech firms.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

kr720,000+

Large-scale projects and innovation efforts in multinational corporations are directed by principal managers.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

kr230 - kr300

per hour

Mid-level

kr300 - kr380

per hour

Senior

kr380 - kr460

per hour