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.
Principal Equipment Engineer - Cleans
$85K - $146K *
Accelerate your career by owning and optimizing Cleans equipment in a dynamic cleanroom environment. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance tool availability and drive cost improvements while ment...
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Production Supervisor (Chemical Engineer)
$77K - $113K *
Join us as a technical leader overseeing production activities, driving continuous improvement, and fostering team development in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment. Your expertise will be k...
4 weeks ago
Sr. Process Engineer- Liquid and Cheese
$111K - $151K *
Drive innovation in food processing by applying engineering principles to optimize dairy systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support projects from design to commissioning, ensuring eff...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Launch quality assurance initiatives that enhance product reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and resolve defects, ensuring that proces...
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Staff Engineer — Change Control & Documentation
$114K - $165K *
Join a team that's driving excellence in manufacturing by owning configuration management and change control across a global network. Lead initiatives that enhance quality, efficiency, and standardiza...
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Senior Engineer, Systems and Control Engineering
$120K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by leading the design and deployment of advanced control systems and automation solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability in critical manufacturing processes wh...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Empower manufacturing excellence by leveraging data insights and innovative solutions to enhance factory performance, optimize labor productivity, and streamline operations through continuous improvem...
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$120K - $145K *
Drive innovative chemical engineering solutions by designing robust processing equipment, conducting engineering studies, and enhancing system configurations for optimal performance in diverse applica...
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$68K - $131K *
Unlock potential by leading engineering teams to analyze technical data, define workscopes, and ensure compliance in aerospace manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement and operational e...
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$117K - $172K *
Drive impactful advancements in product serviceability and performance by collaborating across teams, optimizing processes, and influencing design changes throughout the Product Life Cycle to enhance...
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Process Engineer – Aerospace Transparencies
$80K - $95K *
Transform manufacturing processes by optimizing systems, enhancing productivity, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate safety, quality, and...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's driving operational excellence by leading process engineering initiatives. You'll implement best practices, enhance production capabilities, and foster a culture of continuous impro...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Unlock your potential by driving process improvements and optimizing manufacturing operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, safety, and quality in Door production while serving as a t...
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Coating Special Process Engineer
$98K - $164K *
Unlock your potential by leading innovative coating processes for gas turbine components. Drive safety and lean initiatives while collaborating with global teams to enhance productivity and technology...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive innovation in cryogenic gas processing technologies, leading project execution and technical development. Collaborate with teams to enhance design practices and support business growth through t...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in cryogenic gas processing technologies. As a senior leader, you'll oversee project execution, mentor engineers, and enhance design practices to ensure competiti...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Unlock your potential as a technical leader in cryogenic gas processing. Drive innovation, mentor engineers, and enhance project execution while shaping the future of natural gas technologies from inc...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive innovation and technical leadership in cryogenic gas processing technologies. Collaborate across teams to enhance design practices and support project execution, ensuring competitive positioning...
1 week ago
Senior Process Engineer, Oil Refining
$110K - $130K *
Manage diverse oil refining and processing projects, leading teams and mentoring engineers while developing client relationships and gaining hands-on experience in fabrication and assembly...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate product quality by leading investigations and implementing solutions for refrigeration and ice production systems. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure complianc...
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$95K - $115K *
Contribute to the development and launch of manufacturing processes for lithium-ion cells, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize efficiency and quality while ensuring safe equipment de...
4 weeks ago
Manufacturing Process Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Lead cross-functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes, establish specifications, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Drive project management while ensuring adherence to qualit...
4 weeks ago
Process Engineer - Jelly Roll Winding and Cell Assembly
$80K - $95K *
Transform manufacturing processes for cylindrical lithium-ion battery cells, focusing on jelly roll winding and assembly. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality and efficiency from pilot to commer...
Reposted 3 days ago
Process Engineer - Jelly Roll Winding and Cell Assembly
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of lithium-ion battery manufacturing by optimizing winding and assembly processes to enhance quality, efficiency, and performance in a fast-paced environment...
Reposted 3 days ago
$124K - $186K *
Join us to lead a dynamic team of process engineers, driving innovation and excellence in project delivery across diverse industrial and municipal sectors while fostering talent development and client...
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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.