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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the execution of process improvements in high-purity quartz manufacturing, enhancing safety, productivity, and product quality while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achie...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $118K *

Develop innovative automation solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance precision equipment and systems, ensuring optimal performance from concept...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation by developing mechanical products from concept to production. Engage in hands-on design, prototyping, and testing while collaborating with manufacturing teams to bring diverse commerc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $232K *

Drive innovation as a Yield Product Development Engineer, enhancing semiconductor processes and yield through data analysis, collaboration, and advanced methodologies. Your expertise will shape the fu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$122K - $232K *

Innovate within a dynamic team as you enhance semiconductor yield through advanced data analysis, process improvements, and collaboration. Drive solutions that elevate manufacturability and yield acro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$70K - $100K *

Support manufacturing operations by optimizing processes and introducing new products. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency and quality in electronic and electro-mechanical assembly, d...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze workflows, implement Lean and Six Sigma methodolo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $142K *

Advance process engineering for GaAs IC and RF Power Transistors, focusing on Wet Etch. Drive improvements in quality, yield, and productivity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare challenges into innovative, user-friendly products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance patient access and streamline workflows, driving impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $298K *

Drive innovation in semiconductor manufacturing by advancing manufacturing processes and technologies. Lead the design and optimization of next-gen devices to enhance production efficiency and product...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a global process specialist for machine-vision and automated-inspection technologies, driving innovation and standardization across manufacturing sites while ensuring process re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform process engineering by leading optimization and scale-up initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance metrics and mentor engineers, ensuring efficient and comp...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $298K *

Unlock potential by driving semiconductor manufacturing innovations that enable next-gen technologies. Collaborate with suppliers, optimize processes, and influence the tech roadmap, ensuring high-yie...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's optimizing chemical systems to enhance client operations. As a subject matter expert, you'll troubleshoot, manage maintenance, and ensure compliance while collaborating with cross-f...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$96K - $106K *

Transform chemical processes for nuclear fuel cycle operations, driving innovation and efficiency in a multidisciplinary environment. Collaborate with teams to develop and optimize engineering solutio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$147K - $202K *

Transform complex engineering challenges into innovative solutions. Lead projects, analyze data, and collaborate with teams to enhance product success while ensuring safety and compliance across multi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage and enhance manufacturing processes for liquid componentry, focusing on design, implementation, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, efficiency, and quality in b...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $140K *

Deliver transformative process engineering solutions to enhance Enterprise-level efficiency and ensure seamless integration across project teams, utilizing advanced methodologies and best practices to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving process innovation. As a Process Engineer, you'll enhance Enterprise processes, lead project facilitation, and sync cross-team efforts to achieve optimal solutions across th...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $400K *

Explore innovative solutions in package design and development, tackling challenges in thermomechanical aspects and assembly speed for advanced wafer-scale packages, driving breakthroughs in AI and me...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $400K *

Transform the future of AI by owning the design and development of advanced wafer-scale packages, tackling unique challenges in thermomechanical aspects and assembly speed to enable unprecedented perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $231K *

Shape advanced semiconductor processes by providing critical field support, optimizing customer interactions, and driving continuous improvement in deposition technologies to ensure exceptional perfor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $91K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes through innovative engineering solutions, driving quality, safety, and productivity improvements while managing new product implementa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and optimize food and dairy processing systems, supporting membrane filtration projects from design to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and ensure proje...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform the development of innovative pump consumables through research and design. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, reliable products from concept to launch, addressing technical...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.