Process Development Engineer Jobs

Explore Process Development Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Process Development Engineers design, evaluate, and improve the processes used to manufacture products reliably, efficiently, and at scale. These roles connect research and production, translating technical requirements into repeatable operations.

What Does a Process Development Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but often include developing and scaling manufacturing processes, planning and analyzing experiments, troubleshooting production challenges, and documenting procedures. Engineers may collaborate with research and development, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, and supply chain teams to improve yield, product quality, safety, and cost efficiency.

Industries and Work Environments

Process Development Engineers work across industries such as biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, chemicals, food production, energy, and advanced materials. Some roles focus on laboratory or pilot-scale development, while others support technology transfer, process validation, or full-scale manufacturing.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a bachelor’s or advanced degree in chemical, biomedical, mechanical, or a related engineering discipline, along with relevant process or manufacturing experience. Useful capabilities may include process modeling, statistical analysis, design of experiments, root-cause investigation, technical documentation, and familiarity with quality systems. Requirements differ by role, particularly in regulated industries.

Find Process Development Engineer Jobs

Search Ladders for vetted Process Development Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, experience requirements, location, and compensation details, then focus your search on opportunities that match your technical background and career goals.

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$190K - $240K *

Champion the design and engineering of a cutting-edge perfusion system, leading a team to innovate and scale operations while ensuring quality and reliability in medical device manufacturing...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $172K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$214K - $220K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $275K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $195K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $155K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $280K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$103K - $138K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$103K - $138K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$103K - $138K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $225K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$154K - $227K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical leader, driving scalable software solutions and mentoring engineers. Collaborate across teams to enhance engineering practices and deliver innovative AI-driven appli...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $144K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$153K - $199K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $275K *

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Huntsville, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Process Development Engineer do?question toggle

    A Process Development Engineer develops, scales, and improves processes used to manufacture products. The work may include experimentation, process troubleshooting, data analysis, documentation, and collaboration with teams responsible for production and quality.

  • What qualifications are needed for Process Development Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for a bachelor’s or graduate degree in engineering or a related technical field, plus experience relevant to the industry and process. Skills in process optimization, experimental design, data analysis, and technical communication can be valuable.

  • Which industries hire Process Development Engineers?question toggle

    Employers hire Process Development Engineers in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, medical devices, chemicals, food production, energy, and advanced materials, among other sectors.

  • How much do Process Development Engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies with experience, location, employer, and specialization. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for available salary and compensation information.

  • Where can I find Process Development Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Process Development Engineer listings and review job details to identify opportunities that meet your compensation preferences and qualifications.