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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$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

$120K - $145K *

Lead end-to-end validation and deployment of innovative Compute and Storage hardware, ensuring system performance, reliability, and effective debugging across diverse teams and components in data cent...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to lead system validation and deployment of advanced hardware in data centers. Collaborate across teams to enhance reliability, diagnose issues, and drive new platform enablement f...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $110K *

Elevate packaging solutions by developing, testing, and launching innovative designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance quality, efficiency, and sustainability in manufacturing proces...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the insurance landscape by building a robust AI-driven platform. Collaborate with teams to identify challenges and create impactful solutions, owning the entire product lifecycle from design...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining energy solutions by designing innovative fluid and power systems. As a Process Engineer, you'll drive the development and optimization of cutting-edge technologies in a f...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Lead the development of innovative assembly processes for electromechanical products, ensuring manufacturability and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate and document proces...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $280K *

Explore advanced radar capabilities by designing and developing cutting-edge signal processing algorithms. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize performance and lead innovative project...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $280K *

Unlock potential by driving the design and development of advanced radar systems. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create innovative algorithms and optimize performance, while mentoring ju...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of beverage technology by leading design, development, and testing of innovative equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on designing and developing innovative beverage equipment. Lead projects from concept to production, utilizing advanced technologies and collaborating acro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $148K *

Drive product and process optimization initiatives across manufacturing, enhancing cost, quality, and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements and lead com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the reliability and safety of instrumentation and electrical systems. Drive proactive initiatives, support plant operations, and ensure compliance with indust...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate manufacturing processes by developing controls and reducing variability. Engage in audits, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and yield in a dynamic en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion your career by leading composite manufacturing process development and optimization. Drive quality, cost, and efficiency improvements while ensuring seamless transitions from prototype to pro...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $105K *

Transform your career by executing engineering tasks in electronics manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes, support new product introductions, and enhance production efficiency wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $114K *

Advance your engineering career by developing, validating, and debugging PCIe switches and NVMe controllers while mentoring junior engineers and enhancing laboratory testing capabilities in a collabor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Pioneer advanced packaging solutions by leading strategic tech developments and cross-functional teams, while driving customer engagement and aligning innovative roadmaps for semiconductor advancement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead product development by guiding a team through design, prototyping, and testing. Drive innovation in fluid systems while managing projects from concept to launch, ensuring quality and alignment ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of advanced embedded software development for aerospace technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance aircraft performance and safety, driving innovative solutions th...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $119K *

Join us in transforming semiconductor manufacturing by guiding products through their lifecycle. You'll provide critical customer support, troubleshoot complex systems, and collaborate with R&D to opt...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career forward by leading Mechanical Engineering initiatives in Automotive Battery manufacturing, focusing on process development, equipment design, and project management to enhance produc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower research by leveraging LLMs to design software and systems. You'll shape projects spanning maintenance to groundbreaking scientific exploration, enhancing researcher capabilities while cultiva...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of SOC designs by innovating RTL-based blocks, enhancing performance and reliability while engaging in modules' design, simulation, and verification processes for cutting-edge technol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development of innovative medical devices, managing projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with clients, mentor engineers, and drive design excellence while ensuring compliance and qu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.