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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in building automation as you lead a team of Senior Design Engineers, ensuring excellence in design and execution for complex systems in commercial and industrial settings. Collaborat...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing products throughout their lifecycle, integrating customer needs and engineering principles. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality solutions in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $93K *

Join a team that empowers engineering excellence by managing small-scale projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet quality standards, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget w...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $226K *

Shape the future of communication technology by leading a dynamic team in the development of cutting-edge semiconductor solutions. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation and ensure successfu...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $226K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to lead the development of cutting-edge communication semiconductor devices. Oversee design, mentor engineers, and collaborate across functions to deliver high-performan...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Advance continuous casting operations by implementing process improvements and enhancing product quality. Utilize strong analytical skills to drive initiatives that boost throughput and operational ef...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to provide expert technical support, conduct customer demos, and deliver training. Collaborate with R&D to enhance product development and ensure customer satisfaction through effe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading a global Software Sustaining Engineering team. Drive software quality, resolve complex issues, and enhance existing products while collaborating across functions to meet bu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive strategic process improvements and innovation across multiple sites, ensuring compliance and efficiency while mentoring teams and aligning initiatives with business goals...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $210K *

Transform semiconductor integration by driving optimization and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance device performance and yield while mentoring junior engineers and establi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing manufacturing processes, driving efficiency and productivity while managing a team of engineers. Collaborate across departments to implement innovative solutions and ensur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise-wide process improvement initiatives, enhancing operational excellence through Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methods. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to stan...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $124K *

Drive manufacturing excellence by developing and optimizing processes for electronics production, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety while supporting new and existing product lines through conti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Champion innovative CMP solutions by collaborating with R&D and manufacturing teams. Lead complex projects, analyze data, and mentor engineers to enhance semiconductor processes and drive continuous i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Develop innovative product designs for fluid control valves, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and cost targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate designs and enhance p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Tackle complex product development projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and engineering standards while fostering collaboration and maintaining pr...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion progress at the forefront of metallurgical engineering, providing essential support to production operations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve material and process ch...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Manage the design, fabrication, and operation of test infrastructures for spaceflight hardware, ensuring rigorous testing and data analysis through all development phases. Collaborate with engineers t...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $111K *

Lead the charge in optimizing production processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality. Collaborate across teams to implement best practices and ensure compliance with saf...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead the design lifecycle for hyperscale data centers, ensuring timely, budget-friendly delivery while meeting performance and sustainability standards through collaboration with va...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Help us innovate advanced vehicle control systems by developing, integrating, and evaluating cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance mobility solutions and ensure...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading a software team to tackle complex manufacturing engineering challenges, developing scalable, automated workflows that enhance production efficiency through innovative softw...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Engineer innovative hardware solutions for aerospace applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, develop designs, and validate performance, ensuring compliance with i...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join an innovative team to design and develop advanced aerospace hardware solutions. Collaborate across functions to create reliable systems that enhance aircraft performance and safety, while adherin...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation in aerospace hardware design, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop high-performance systems that meet rigorous quality standards and enhance aircraft safety and effici...

5 days ago

  •   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.