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 *

Unlock potential by managing device development projects from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define technology requirements, design processes, and ensure high-qual...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing high-impact capital projects and engineering staff. Drive innovation and efficiency at our manufacturing facility while ensuring compliance with CGMP and ISO standards. Emp...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative conveyor technologies by leading new product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform customer needs into successful products that enhance food safety and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $185K *

Join our team to execute innovative Process Systems designs, leading complex projects and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engineering soluti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by enhancing manufacturing methods in chemical processing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, efficiency, and quality across operations while driving process...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $239K *

Unlock potential by driving customer design enablement and resolving complex technical issues in Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs). Collaborate across teams to enhance engineering methods f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $239K *

Drive customer success by resolving complex design challenges in Power Management Integrated Circuits (PMICs). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance engineering methods and deliver innova...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $240K *

Unlock innovative solutions as a Principal Process Engineer, guiding mining and mineral processing projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to tackle complex challenges and influence key technical...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to drive new electrical power products from concept to market. This role demands project leadership, technical coordination, and business...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading projects that enhance production efficiency, reduce costs, and implement innovative processes in a dynamic team environment that fosters collaboration acro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $140K *

Collaborate with us to lead process engineering projects from inception to construction, supporting clients in the chemical industry. Utilize your expertise in PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specification...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in process engineering, supporting diverse projects from inception to construction. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver innovative solutions for clients in the chemical...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $171K *

Lead the charge in advancing semiconductor process engineering through innovative data analysis, troubleshooting, and technology implementation. Collaborate with diverse teams and engage with clients...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $115K *

Launch your career as a Process Engineer, driving innovative design and execution for major oil product storage projects. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure compliance with engineering standards...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Inspire innovation in energy storage by enhancing our electrode manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety in production. Join a cross-disciplinary team dedicated to sustainable...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $143K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing test engineering for digital and mixed-signal devices. Lead cross-functional initiatives, enhance test programs, and drive cost-effective solutions while supp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $98K *

Explore innovative solutions to enhance solar cell performance and reduce costs. Lead projects, conduct experiments, and apply engineering methods to optimize processes in a collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the design and scaling of innovative electrochemical reactors, driving advancements in water treatment technology from concept to commercial deployment while collaborating...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in bump interconnect development for advanced semiconductor devices, overseeing ubump and C4 processes, metallurgy, design rules, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure robust p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead the charge in bump interconnect development for advanced semiconductor devices, overseeing metallurgy, design rules, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure robust package perform...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $188K *

Join a team that's redefining packaging solutions for advanced module products. Lead the development from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance, r...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $163K *

Lead the development of innovative semiconductor packaging solutions, balancing performance, cost, and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product understanding and resolve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative liquid cooling solutions for high-performance AI and ML platforms. Lead design, testing, and project management efforts to enhance thermal efficiency and reliability in cutting-edg...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with engineering teams to define and establish power architecture requirements for innovative products, ensuring high-quality designs and effective troubleshooting ac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion innovative validation strategies for Delta-Sigma ADCs and precision mixed-signal products. Lead complex validation activities, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance measurement...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.