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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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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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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Staff Product Development Engineer
$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...
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$88K - $105K *
Champion engineering excellence by leading impactful projects and troubleshooting processes. Collaborate across teams to drive improvements and optimize systems for quality, safety, and productivity i...
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$103K - $154K *
Elevate production efficiency and product quality as you drive process improvements, collaborate across departments, and implement innovative solutions in a dynamic manufacturing environment...
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$120K - $145K *
Create innovative manufacturing processes to tackle complex design challenges, driving product quality and delivery in advanced display technologies. Collaborate across teams from concept to productio...
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$110K - $130K *
Drive innovative manufacturing processes to enhance product quality and delivery. Collaborate on advanced module development from concept to production, requiring strong problem-solving skills and a s...
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$94K - $140K *
Elevate manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and improving energetics processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards...
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Coating Special Process Engineer
$98K - $164K *
Unlock your potential by leading innovative coating processes for gas turbine components. Drive safety and lean initiatives while collaborating with global teams to enhance productivity and technology...
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Unlock potential by driving process development and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with production teams to enhance product quality and resolve issues, ensuring customer specifications a...
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Empower your career by tackling complex infrastructure challenges. As a Tier 3 technical lead, you'll automate systems, enhance performance, and ensure security in high-performance computing environme...
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Technical Staff Engineer-Applications
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Innovate customer solutions in AI and data center technologies. Collaborate across teams to drive platform design and integration, ensuring optimized system performance. Engage directly with clients t...
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System Development Engineer, Pyxis ADC
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Join a team that's transforming software deployment by building critical services for Amazon's most secure environments. Collaborate to enhance automation, ensure reliability, and improve the builder...
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New Product Development Engineer
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Advance the design and development of next-gen lithium-ion pouch cells, collaborating across engineering teams to ensure performance, manufacturability, and safety in innovative battery solutions...
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Advance your career by providing technical expertise in ultra-pure water systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, reliability, and compliance while driving continuous i...
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$160K - $185K *
Lead technical innovation in the design and development of cutting-edge medical devices, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure manufacturability and compliance from concept through commercial rel...
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$85K - $95K *
Contribute to innovative product development by managing trials, collaborating across teams, and ensuring quality standards are met. This hands-on role requires technical expertise in packaging and ma...
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$90K - $175K *
Optimize project delivery by managing Gantt charts for multiple aerospace programs. Collaborate with engineers and leadership to ensure schedules align with critical paths, risks, and resource availab...
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Support our technical sales efforts by collaborating across teams to ensure product designs meet customer needs. Leverage your engineering expertise to manage projects, enhance customer satisfaction...
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Process Engineer - Laser Welding
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Elevate your career as a global process specialist in laser welding technology, driving innovation and deployment across manufacturing sites while ensuring quality and efficiency in high-speed connect...
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Senior Engineer I- Applications
$70K - $205K *
Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional technical support for cutting-edge Data Center Solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to enhance enterprise storage produc...
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Senior Engineer I- Applications
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Drive innovative technical solutions for enterprise storage products, collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing exceptional customer support throughout product life cycles, from initial...
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Senior Engineer I- Applications
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Partner with us to deliver exceptional technical support for enterprise storage solutions. Engage with cross-functional teams and customers to assist in product development, training, and troubleshoot...
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Technical Staff Engineer - Software
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Develop innovative embedded software solutions for high-precision timing systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and performance while leading the design and implementat...
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Partner with us to drive engineering excellence in lactic acid production. You will enhance processes, support safety initiatives, and deliver sustainable solutions while collaborating with a diverse...
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What does a Process Development Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Search Ladders for Process Development Engineer listings and review job details to identify opportunities that meet your compensation preferences and qualifications.