VP of Design Salary in Palmela, Setúbal

Palmela includes manufacturing activity in automotive and industrial design. Salaries for VP of Design roles are affected by large local employers. The local housing market influences total compensation levels.

Salary by experience level

Entry-level (0-2 years)

Salary range (per year)

€37,500 to €46,000

Average (per year)

€41,750

VPs in Palmela start by leading compact design teams.

Mid-level (3-5 years)

Salary range (per year)

€46,000 to €56,000

Average (per year)

€51,000

Mid-level professionals build careers supporting tech integration for industrial clients.

Senior (6-9 years)

Salary range (per year)

€56,000 to €67,000

Average (per year)

€61,500

Senior VPs direct large‑scale design operations.

Principal/Lead (10+ years)

Salary range (per year)

€67,000+

Principal-level VPs lead strategy for multinational organizations and head cross‑border design teams.

Hourly Rates

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

Junior

€35 - €49

per hour

Mid-level

€49 - €64

per hour

Senior

€64 - €83

per hour