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.
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to building and operating a cutting-edge Product Design lab. You'll translate design concepts into reality, manage machining operations, and ensure safety and quality in a...
1 week ago
Senior Process Engineer - Biologics- Lilly Medicine Foundry
$67K - $173K *
Lead the charge in optimizing biologics drug substance manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance and safety while driving innovation and efficiency in a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to advan...
1 week ago
$140K - $185K *
Analyze and lead process design for refinery and chemical facilities. Collaborate with teams to evaluate existing units, develop specifications, and provide technical support for projects, ensuring ef...
3 days ago
$89K - $134K *
Shape the future of manufacturing by enhancing inspection technologies across multiple factories. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality, efficiency, and reliability in processes, en...
2 weeks ago
Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering
$100K - $120K *
Pioneer manufacturing excellence by implementing automation solutions that enhance efficiency, quality, and profitability while leading capital projects and driving process improvements in a dynamic c...
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Metallurgical Process Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential as you lead critical machining operations for major aerospace programs, ensuring product integrity through innovative materials and processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to d...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform product development by leading cross-functional teams to design, develop, and commercialize innovative software and hardware solutions. Drive project timelines, ensure quality, and align tec...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Manage the lifecycle of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, enhancing reliability and performance. Lead troubleshooting efforts, support continuous improvement initiatives, and provide technical gu...
3 weeks ago
Manufacturing Process Engineer II
$80K - $95K *
Advance manufacturing processes by developing assembly methods and documentation. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure quality and efficiency in pump production, providing technical support an...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Shape quality processes by developing and revising systems that enhance product integrity. Collaborate across teams to implement improvements, manage corrective actions, and uphold standards and compl...
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Assembly Design Kit (ADK) Engineer
$105K - $160K *
Join a team that's redefining semiconductor innovation by leading the development of advanced design rules and verification flows for next-gen packaging technologies, ensuring high-yield and manufactu...
3 weeks ago
System Development Engineer I, Enterprise Productivity
$99K - $160K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing system reliability and efficiency. You'll design, automate, and troubleshoot systems, ensuring operational excellence while collaborating with peers to improv...
2 weeks ago
$128K - $176K *
Support customers by optimizing semiconductor manufacturing processes, ensuring high-quality installations, troubleshooting complex systems, and collaborating with R&D teams to enhance product perform...
1 week ago
$84K - $141K *
Elevate supplier performance by managing quality, cost, and delivery through process improvements and strong partnerships. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead cross-functional teams to r...
Yesterday
$104K - $115K *
Engage in enhancing production efficiency and quality as a Process Engineer. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, lead troubleshooting efforts, and collaborate with teams to meet safety and produ...
4 days ago
$120K - $200K *
Engineer innovative solutions across the stack, enhancing user experience and scaling systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality product features using cutting-edge techn...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by transforming spatial AI research into practical solutions that enhance user experiences for homebuyers and builders, driving innovation in generative floor plan capabilities within...
4 weeks ago
Process Engineer II - Manufacturing Production Operations
$95K - $125K *
Drive process excellence as you support production stability, optimize operations, and elevate quality standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify process improvements and deliver results th...
3 weeks ago
Process Engineer - Process Models and Production Systems
$80K - $95K *
Support process control & automation systems, enhancing operational performance, product quality, and safety in manufacturing. Collaborate across teams to ensure stability and efficiency while executi...
Reposted 1 week ago
$211K - $289K *
Join a dynamic team to manage end-to-end engineering programs, driving cloud storage solutions across major platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver strategic initiatives and lead cross-fun...
1 week ago
$71K - $89K *
Join us in driving innovation as you lead manufacturing activities for new products, ensuring quality and efficiency from prototype to production while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance cust...
1 week ago
$130K - $250K *
Innovate production test methodologies and automation tools for semiconductor devices, enhancing efficiency and quality. Collaborate across teams to drive new product introductions and optimize testin...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance operational efficiency, drive product quality, and implement innovative manufacturing solutions while ensuring optimal resource utiliz...
1 week ago
Process Engineer - NMC Electrode Coating
$80K - $95K *
Optimize lithium-ion battery electrode coating processes by developing, stabilizing, and scaling up manufacturing practices. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality and efficiency in Gigafac...
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Process Engineer - NMC Electrode Coating
$80K - $95K *
Elevate manufacturing excellence by optimizing lithium-ion battery electrode coating processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance production efficiency, quality, and yield, ensuring the succes...
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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.