Process engineers design, improve, and oversee the systems that turn materials and ideas into products. They help organizations make operations safer, more efficient, reliable, and cost-effective. Browse vetted Process Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles at the $100,000-and-above level across industries such as manufacturing, chemicals, energy, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and food production.
Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but often include analyzing production workflows, troubleshooting equipment or quality issues, developing process improvements, and supporting the launch or scale-up of products. Process engineers may also work with operations, quality, maintenance, and safety teams to document procedures, reduce waste, and meet regulatory requirements.
Many process engineering roles call for a bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, industrial, or a related engineering discipline. Employers may value experience with process design, data analysis, continuous improvement, process control, and safety standards. Familiarity with tools such as statistical process control, CAD, simulation software, or Lean and Six Sigma methods may be useful, depending on the role.
Process engineers work in settings ranging from production plants and refineries to laboratories and cleanrooms. With experience, they may advance into senior engineering, process development, operations leadership, project management, or technical management roles. Some specialize in areas such as scale-up, automation, sustainability, or quality systems.
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare roles by industry and location, and identify positions that align with your engineering background and career goals. Compensation and qualifications vary by employer, location, and experience.
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Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes for autonomous surface vessels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and ensure high-quality stan...
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Join a team that's dedicated to advancing aerospace technologies by applying your materials engineering expertise to sustain and innovate critical aerospace products, ensuring quality and reliability...
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Drive the development and coordination of electrical engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards while collaborating across disciplines to resolve de...
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Engineer innovative electrical solutions by developing and reviewing project deliverables, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating across disciplines to support design, procurement, and c...
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Principal Manufacturing Engineer, Energetics
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Join us to lead the development of advanced manufacturing systems for energetic products. This role encompasses end-to-end ownership, from concept to production, requiring cross-functional collaborati...
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Transform cement manufacturing processes by leveraging technical expertise and process engineering. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, product quality, and operational rel...
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$80K - $100K *
Optimize cement manufacturing processes by leveraging technical expertise and data analysis. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency, product quality, and operational...
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Join a team that's focused on enhancing production efficiency and innovation. Leverage engineering expertise to improve processes, troubleshoot issues, and support the implementation of best practices...
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Make your mark as an Environmental Engineer, enhancing safety and sustainability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and lead initiatives for envir...
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Lead the charge in optimizing plant engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with environmental standards while fostering a safe and efficient work environment through effective tea...
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Transform processes by leading complex engineering projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovative solutions for efficiency and compliance in food and pharmaceutical manufa...
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Senior Engineer, Mechanical Engineering
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Join our team as a Senior Engineer to design and optimize gas purification systems. Collaborate across functions, conduct rigorous testing, and drive innovation in mechanical engineering to enhance sy...
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Advance your career by enhancing manufacturing processes and equipment. Collaborate with design teams and suppliers to innovate and improve production methods for cutting-edge cooling solutions in a d...
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Manage and support capital projects in pharmaceutical environments, ensuring effective execution of construction, commissioning, and startup activities while collaborating with internal teams and cont...
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Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on optimizing processes and enhancing safety in a manufacturing environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement improvements and lead projects tha...
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Process Engineer, Biologics Manufacturing
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Transform your career by optimizing manufacturing processes and equipment at a leading biologics facility. Leverage your expertise to drive operational excellence, compliance, and continuous improveme...
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$80K - $92K *
Take ownership of developing and implementing manufacturing processes for complex gas turbine combustion components, leading projects, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance production ef...
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Plant Process Engineer - Automation
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Take ownership of digital factory systems by leading implementation and maintenance, collaborating closely with IT teams to ensure optimal performance and automation in production processes...
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Advance your career as a Process Engineer, driving product lifecycle initiatives and enhancing design and process reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements and sup...
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Lead Engineer, R&D Project Management
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Lead the charge in managing R&D projects for new product development, ensuring successful equipment installation and process transfer. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on ti...
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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...
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Champion the efficiency and safety of glass melting furnaces, ensuring optimal energy use and quality production. Collaborate with management to drive continuous improvement and troubleshoot manufactu...
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Lead the charge in delivering high-quality process engineering solutions. Oversee a team of engineers, ensuring projects meet safety, budget, and timeline expectations while fostering a culture of exc...
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Reimagine engineering excellence by leading a dynamic team in delivering high-quality process design solutions. Drive project success through effective supervision, technical expertise, and strategic...
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Process Engineer-US-Remote- Houston, TX
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Optimize chemical processes by providing expert technical advice, solving complex issues, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency and safety in resin production operations...
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What does a Process Engineer do?
A Process Engineer designs, evaluates, and improves processes used to manufacture products or deliver services. The work can include troubleshooting, analyzing performance data, improving efficiency and quality, and supporting safe, compliant operations.
What qualifications are commonly required for Process Engineer jobs?
Many employers seek a bachelor’s degree in chemical, mechanical, industrial, or another relevant engineering field. Requirements differ by industry and level; experience with process improvement, data analysis, process controls, and safety or quality systems may be beneficial.
Which industries hire Process Engineers?
Process Engineers are employed in industries such as manufacturing, chemicals, energy, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food and beverage, and materials. Specific responsibilities depend on the products, equipment, and regulations involved.
How can I find Process Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Process Engineer listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its stated compensation, location, qualifications, and experience requirements.
What career paths can follow a Process Engineer role?
Experienced Process Engineers may move into senior or lead engineering positions, process development, operations management, project management, or technical leadership. Specialization in areas such as automation, scale-up, sustainability, or quality can also shape career progression.