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.
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Research and Development
$110K - $130K *
Innovate mechanical designs for power distribution systems, collaborating with engineering teams to meet global customer needs. Engage in diverse projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards wh...
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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Research and Development
$100K - $120K *
Explore a dynamic role as a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, collaborating with teams to innovate power distribution systems. Engage in diverse projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards wh...
4 days ago
Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Research and Development
$110K - $130K *
Champion innovative mechanical designs for power distribution systems, collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet global customer needs. Drive projects from concept to completion i...
4 days ago
$140K - $185K *
Empower the future of process design in industrial applications. Lead evaluations, provide technical direction, and develop documentation for refinery and chemical processes while mentoring teams and...
3 days ago
Principal Engineer - CAD Design Engineering & EDA Infrastructure
$250K *
Innovate cutting-edge EDA design methodologies and infrastructure, ensuring engineering teams leverage scalable tools and processes for complex semiconductor designs, driving productivity and quality...
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Manufacturing Process Engineer III
$95K - $115K *
Drive process excellence in photomask manufacturing, enhancing efficiency and yield through collaboration with cross-functional teams, data analysis, and innovative problem-solving...
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$150K - $200K *
Empower your career as you provide advanced technical expertise, develop engineered solutions, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with sales and internal teams to deliver high-quality sup...
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Manufacturing Process Engineer - Precision Machining
$138K - $231K *
Elevate precision manufacturing by developing and optimizing advanced processes. Collaborate with R&D and production teams to ensure high-quality, micron-level tolerances in machining, driving innovat...
1 week ago
$135K - $160K *
Help us design and enhance robust software systems, guiding teams on innovative projects while ensuring software performance and quality standards are met with leading-edge technologies...
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$110K - $120K *
Champion innovative design solutions by leveraging engineering expertise to transition complex electromechanical products from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dyn...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive engineering project success by planning, executing, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget while ensuring alignment with customer needs and corporate s...
1 week ago
Manufacturing Engineer III (Heading Department)
$79K - $142K *
Lead the charge in advancing precision manufacturing through innovative process development, tooling support, and continuous improvement initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliv...
1 week ago
Test & Instrumentation Development Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Transform the future of testing by architecting and deploying innovative measurement systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive test strategies for next-gen products in...
5 days ago
$109K - $155K *
Transform plant operations by leading engineering projects, enhancing detergent processing, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to optimize efficiency, ensure compli...
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$80K - $95K *
Champion impactful capital projects across multiple manufacturing sites, overseeing planning, execution, and vendor coordination to enhance operational efficiency and drive engineering excellence in a...
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$80K - $95K *
Transform large-scale capital projects in manufacturing by leading multi-site engineering initiatives. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful execution, from planning to completion, while enhanci...
1 week ago
Advanced Manufacturing Process Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Transform innovative designs into real-world solutions by developing CAD models and additive manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing operations and dr...
2 weeks ago
Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by driving advanced manufacturing and automation initiatives, optimizing CNC machining processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and implement inn...
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Product Engineer - Powertrain Emissions
$80K - $95K *
Tackle innovative design challenges as you develop and validate structural components for passenger vehicles, ensuring efficiency and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to mee...
3 weeks ago
Product Engineer - Powertrain Emissions
$88K - $105K *
Champion the optimization of powertrain emissions through hands-on testing, data analysis, and calibration development to ensure compliance with stringent emissions standards and improve low-emission...
3 weeks ago
Product Development Engineer-Brake Core NVH and Dynamometers
$65K - $166K *
Transform brake NVH engineering and operations by leading testing strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring high-quality vehicle performance. Collaborate across teams to enhance system integration an...
5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading process optimization initiatives in mineral processing. Drive project scope, design, and implementation while enhancing yield, recovery, and cost-efficiency within a collab...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform water and wastewater design projects from concept to completion. Lead a dynamic team in creating innovative solutions that enhance community infrastructure while ensuring compliance and qual...
1 week ago
Power Delivery Engineering Team Lead
$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative electric utility projects while supervising a dynamic team of engineers. Drive quality, foster collaboration, and enhance client relationships to ensure succes...
2 weeks ago
Senior Engineer - Electrical & Electronics Product & Process Technologies
$110K - $130K *
Advance automotive innovation by leading the development of cutting-edge electrical and electronic systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturability and drive technology from concept to p...
1 week ago
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.