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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$100K - $150K *

Drive innovation by overseeing the qualification of advanced 3D printers, ensuring part quality and operational efficiency while collaborating with engineers and technicians to optimize workflows and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform advanced photonic device manufacturing by leading wafer thinning, backside processing, CMP, and thermal technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and ensure...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative power connector solutions through design, verification, and customer collaboration. Contribute to product development and ensure manufacturability while driving n...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative solutions by optimizing manufacturing processes, enhancing product quality, and driving operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle production challen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $245K *

Unlock potential by providing technical leadership in advanced semiconductor manufacturing. Lead complex initiatives, mentor engineers, and drive process standardization to enhance yield and efficienc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing device assembly and packaging processes. Contribute your expertise in GMP, technical support, and project management to ensure high-quality combination produc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Innovate QCM applications for semiconductor and display manufacturing. Collaborate globally with customers and teams to troubleshoot, develop solutions, and enhance product performance, driving value...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $140K *

Accelerate innovation in liquid cooling solutions for high-performance I/O connectors. Lead design, testing, and project management efforts to enhance thermal management technologies for AI and ML pla...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $127K *

Empower operational excellence by optimizing production processes, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and quality in a dyna...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $107K *

Lead the charge in optimizing processes and enhancing asset performance through innovative engineering solutions, ensuring safety and operational excellence while driving continuous improvement initia...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$87K - $107K *

Empower innovation and drive process excellence by leading cross-functional teams, enhancing technical expertise, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards to improve business outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Innovate to establish and optimize manufacturing processes at a new facility. Drive program launches, enhance continuous improvement efforts, and ensure operational efficiency by leveraging best pract...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $178K *

Transform your career with a dynamic role in product development, where you'll lead innovative projects from concept to commercialization, collaborating across functions to create market-driven soluti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$58K - $117K *

Join us to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for cutting-edge industrial inkjet technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product performance, quality, and efficiency i...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing and optimizing semiconductor processes on TEL etch equipment, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction through hands-on support and collaboration across va...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $108K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of biotherapeutics by providing analytical expertise in method development and product characterization, leveraging advanced technologies to enhance efficiency and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $135K *

Discover a pivotal role in advanced packaging design, where you'll develop innovative solutions, analyze data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance semiconductor processes and drive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform product development through customer engagement, leading cross-functional teams and technical initiatives. Drive innovation and enhance reliability by managing the full lifecycle of complex...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive product development by collaborating with customers and R&D teams, managing full lifecycle activities from requirements to deployment while ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfactio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of aerospace technology by leading advanced hardware design and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and drive continuous improvement init...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by driving process improvements in IR semiconductor manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance yield, optimize capacity, and troubleshoot issues, ensuring the s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $134K *

Drive innovation in firmware development for cutting-edge SSD technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create robust architectures and features, ensuring high-quality product delivery in...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $201K *

Empower innovation as you develop cutting-edge firmware for SSDs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, utilizing Agile methodologies to enhance product quality and performance while addressing com...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion advanced packaging integration by leading complex projects and collaborations, driving innovation and operational efficiency across engineering and manufacturing to enhance competitive advant...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing washing processes to ensure compliance and timely delivery. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency, manage validations, and drive continuous improvement in a dyna...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.