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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$120K - $145K *

Innovate advanced ceramic and dielectric materials for high-voltage environments. Lead projects from concept to production, balancing technical challenges with program delivery in a multidisciplinary...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$166K - $290K *

Join a team that's pioneering interface design innovations, leading I/O strategy for SoCs in automotive and industrial sectors. Collaborate across disciplines to create cutting-edge solutions with a f...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join our engineering team to validate and characterize innovative sensor technologies. Collaborate across functions to enhance product performance and reliability while managing multiple priorities in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of semiconductor technology by managing integration processes, defining requirements, and collaborating across teams to enhance manufacturing yield and efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $225K *

Transform optical alignment processes by developing automated solutions that enhance production efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and optimize systems, ensuring robust, r...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $280K *

Empower engineering teams by enhancing developer tools and workflows, ensuring reliable CI/CD processes and automated environments that streamline code development, testing, and deployment for optimal...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Elevate fusion research by operating advanced pulsed-fusion systems. Contribute to groundbreaking experiments and enhance machine reliability while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in a dyna...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$69K - $99K *

Develop process designs and calculations for diverse projects, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. Engage in safety reviews and support construction efforts while maintaining effective commu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $99K *

Engage in multi-disciplinary projects, developing process simulations, equipment sizing, and control narratives. Collaborate with teams to create diagrams, conduct safety reviews, and support construc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

Empower cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and ensure compliance through effective customer support, audits, and continuous improvement processes, all while maintaining safety and cost...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of advanced battery systems as a Systems Engineer, leading innovative designs and integrations. Drive the end-to-end engineering process, ensuring robust architectures and compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $155K *

Contribute to the design and optimization of wafer-scale photonic integrated circuits, tackling challenges in density, manufacturability, and process variation while ensuring high performance and low...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in innovative PIC design, tackling challenges in wafer-scale photonic interposers. Contribute to high-density solutions while ensuring manufacturability and yield, leveraging your expertise in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to design and execute comprehensive test plans, ensuring the reliability of advanced optical transmission systems through innovative verification practices and automation technique...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Transform testing processes by designing comprehensive plans, validating optical systems, and implementing automation scripts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality communicat...

Markham, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and execute comprehensive test plans for advanced optical transmission systems, ensuring high performance and reliability t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $149K *

Optimize SoC debugging processes by leveraging your expertise to enhance product reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex issues and drive innovative sol...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $149K *

Shape the future of technology by performing complex SoC debug tasks, ensuring reliability and performance across systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance product readiness and drive innovat...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $149K *

Unlock your potential as a SoC Debug Engineer, driving reliability and performance in cutting-edge products. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance debug processes and ensure product readiness, mak...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $149K *

Join a team that's pivotal in enhancing product reliability and performance through advanced SoC debugging. Leverage your expertise to isolate failures and optimize processes, driving innovation in cu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $176K *

Transform business processes by leading AI and automation initiatives. Collaborate across functions to identify challenges, design solutions, and enhance efficiency. Drive adoption of innovative techn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance wafer fabrication processes, solve complex issues, and drive yield improvements in a cutting-edge semiconductor environment. Collaborate with experts to optimize operati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $120K *

Advance your career as a process engineer, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance wafer fabrication processes, solve complex issues, and drive yield improvements in a dynamic manufacturing envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $120K *

Analyze and enhance wafer fabrication processes while collaborating with a skilled team. Drive yield improvements, troubleshoot complex issues, and implement solutions to maintain world-class standard...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$119K - $234K *

Lead the charge in driving innovative product development and manufacturing excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize design, enhance manufacturability, and ensure product qualit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.