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 - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing complex mechanical process systems for cutting-edge research facilities, ensuring high-quality solutions and client satisfaction while collaborating with mult...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $160K *

Unlock potential by providing hands-on technical support in parts selection, management, and quality control for high-tech space programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $200K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading the development of scalable equipment solutions for new products, ensuring compliance and reliability while driving innovation across global operations...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with hands-on R&D in developing sustainable high-performance materials. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate, test, and commercialize new products that meet challenging environ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Help us transform production processes by leading technical support and innovation in PET extrusion and thermoforming. Drive quality and safety standards while collaborating across departments to meet...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $214K *

Transform product engineering by leading global initiatives to enhance yield and optimize processes across high-volume optical-component manufacturing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to dri...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Innovate operational efficiency by developing automation systems and processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance product velocity and streamline workflows, ensuring high-impact solutions in a fast...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $131K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative ceramic formulations and processes. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to drive new product development and enhance energy and battery materials thro...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project delivery and operational excellence. Lead capital and expense projects, collaborating with diverse teams to improve safety, reliability, and profitabi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $181K *

Transform manufacturing processes by driving continuous improvement and innovation in semiconductor capital equipment. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to enhance product quality and efficie...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of mechanical design for next-gen energy storage systems, focusing on thermal, fluid, and structural subsystems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Advance your career by managing the full lifecycle of hardware in data centers. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely availability of parts, maintain BOM accuracy, and drive operational efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $255K *

Drive innovation in semiconductor manufacturing as you develop and optimize advanced processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance device performance and scalability, ensuring Intel's leadership in c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Innovate thermal performance solutions for gas turbines and power plants. Lead technical teams, mentor engineers, and enhance performance modeling while supporting business development and proposal st...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design innovative hardware solutions, ensuring project success through collaboration and technical expertise. Contribute to cost-effective designs while enhancing manufacturing...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by applying your hardware engineering expertise to design innovative solutions that meet customer needs. Collaborate across teams to enhance project execution and drive continuous...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $121K *

Lead engineering projects by planning and executing across scopes, timelines, and budgets, ensuring technical success and alignment with business objectives while fostering collaborations with key sta...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $160K *

Engage with engineers to enhance developer workflows and tools. Own the product lifecycle from discovery to adoption, ensuring high-quality internal software that meets user needs and drives efficienc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$101K - $169K *

Shape the future of product quality by providing expert guidance in quality engineering for New Product Introduction and Life Cycle Management, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and drivin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $165K *

Innovate mechanical designs for advanced Secure Communication Systems. Join a dynamic team to lead complex projects from concept through production, ensuring high-quality standards in the defense and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by analyzing workflows, enhancing safety, and improving productivity. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient production methods and maintain equipment standards fo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise reliability and performance as a key contributor, driving architectural standards and enhancing backend scalability. Collaborate with diverse teams to elevate service lifecycle an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Transform mission-critical data centers by leading complex DDC implementations, mentoring engineers, and optimizing building automation systems through hands-on technical expertise and project leaders...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and enhance reactor system work packages, ensuring safe and efficient execution. Collaborate closely with technicians, leverage AI tools, and drive continuous improvemen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $160K *

Transform embedded systems development by leveraging your expertise in firmware design and prototyping for aerospace applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality integr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.