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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$80K - $90K *

Partner with us to design innovative DC/DC and AC/DC systems, utilizing proprietary technology in a collaborative engineering team. Contribute to the entire product development cycle, ensuring excelle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $102K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of semiconductor manufacturing by leading process improvements in Plasma Etch. Utilize your engineering expertise to enhance product capabilities, optimize yields...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $140K *

Drive the design and development of innovative liquid cooling solutions for high-density I/O connectors, enhancing thermal management in AI and ML platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $119K *

Join our team as a Senior Engineer to design and optimize gas purification systems. Collaborate across functions, conduct rigorous testing, and drive innovation in mechanical engineering to enhance sy...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Drive process optimization and engineering initiatives in manufacturing, enhancing safety, quality, and productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead capital projects and implement inn...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Drive operational excellence by leveraging data analysis and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Lead initiatives that enhance performance across functions, mentor teams, and align improvements with strateg...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$76K - $95K *

Engage in the design and development of innovative medical devices, utilizing multidisciplinary engineering skills to enhance product quality and patient safety while collaborating across functional a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to define and design life sciences manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency in facility layouts. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate complex re...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading advanced IC packaging strategies in a dynamic startup. Drive innovative architectures, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and influence product roadmaps while shap...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$119K - $221K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of high-performance CPU/GPU design, driving full-chip implementation from RTL to signoff. Leverage your expertise in physical design, automation, and optimization t...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $221K *

Join a team that's redefining product engineering by developing innovative solutions through collaboration with customers and R&D. Drive impactful design analysis and enhance product performance in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing aerospace technologies by applying your materials engineering expertise to sustain and innovate critical aerospace products, ensuring quality and reliability...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $91K *

Engineer innovative manufacturing processes to enhance quality, safety, and productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new technologies and product changes, ensuring efficient...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $91K *

Contribute to innovative manufacturing processes by applying engineering expertise, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, produc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $110K *

Transform mechanical plumbing product concepts into manufacturable solutions. Lead cross-functional teams through design, prototyping, testing, and commercialization, ensuring performance, cost, and q...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Innovate manufacturing processes by developing efficient systems and policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and quality while ensuring compliance with safety standar...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $220K *

Join us to lead the development of advanced manufacturing systems for energetic products. This role encompasses end-to-end ownership, from concept to production, requiring cross-functional collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of additive manufacturing by developing innovative printing processes and ensuring optimal production workflows that enhance quality and efficiency in metal 3D pri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $135K *

Lead the development and execution of manufacturing processes for membrane production, ensuring quality and operational readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish scalable, effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative mechanical systems from concept to production. Collaborate with teams to create detailed 3D models and manufacturing drawings, ensuring high-quality product delivery while consider...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Innovate your career by enhancing production processes through design, documentation, and continuous improvement. Collaborate directly with equipment and systems to implement lean manufacturing princi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive continuous improvement in fabrication processes by optimizing CNC programming and engineering solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety, quality, and productivity while managing projec...

Lethbridge, ABIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing SMT manufacturing processes for automotive lighting, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating with design teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$81K - $111K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Thin Film processes in a cutting-edge Silicon Carbide Wafer Fab, driving improvements in performance, yield, and quality while collaborating with Product Eng...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Transform the hardware lifecycle by leading system validation and deployment for advanced computing platforms, utilizing extensive collaboration across teams to enhance performance and reliability in...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.