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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$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$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...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 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.