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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Unlock potential by leading quality engineering initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and regulatory standards while driving continuous impr...
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$95K - $115K *
Champion operational excellence by leading process improvements and technology initiatives. Drive safety, quality, and productivity enhancements while managing capital projects and developing engineer...
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$90K - $107K *
Drive product excellence by leading engineering initiatives, performing advanced analyses, and supporting cross-functional teams to resolve complex challenges while enhancing quality and reliability o...
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$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to drive innovation in Liquid Chromatography systems, focusing on mechanical design, analysis, and testing. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure product excellence from concept...
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Project Engineer - Development
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Innovate in metal lightweighting by leading design and R&D projects, creating advanced product designs, optimizing processes, and collaborating with vendors to enhance manufacturability while supporti...
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Optimize manufacturing processes and lead continuous improvement initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and performance. Drive data-driven decision making i...
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$250K - $400K *
Explore innovative solutions in package design and development, tackling challenges in thermomechanical aspects and assembly speed for advanced wafer-scale packages, driving breakthroughs in AI and me...
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$250K - $400K *
Transform the future of AI by owning the design and development of advanced wafer-scale packages, tackling unique challenges in thermomechanical aspects and assembly speed to enable unprecedented perf...
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Staff Engineer, Process Controls
$151K - $191K *
Contribute to the design and implementation of advanced process control systems, ensuring safety and reliability in industrial applications. Collaborate across teams to develop robust documentation an...
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Drive innovation in natural gas transportation by designing and supporting distribution and transmission projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while contributin...
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Lead process engineering initiatives to enhance battery module production. Drive continuous improvement, mentor engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize quality, efficiency...
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$80K - $95K *
Engineer innovative manufacturing processes to enhance quality, productivity, and efficiency. Utilize engineering principles and statistical analysis to troubleshoot issues, optimize parameters, and d...
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$90K - $110K *
Shape the future of manufacturing by leading process improvements, optimizing operations, and driving continuous enhancement initiatives to boost safety, quality, and efficiency across the plant...
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Manufacturing Process Engineer
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Drive excellence in probe processes by supporting software development, managing global releases, and ensuring manufacturing quality. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and promote continuou...
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Lead the execution of capital projects for a new greenfield facility, overseeing all phases from design to startup. Collaborate with teams to establish engineering standards and ensure operational rea...
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PBM Process Improvement Manager Sr.
$94K - $162K *
Unlock potential by driving process improvements and best practices. Collaborate with teams to implement initiatives, track performance metrics, and elevate organizational efficiency across business u...
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$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance plant operations through innovative engineering solutions, overseeing maintenance and capital projects while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced man...
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Project Engineer (Manufacturing)
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Partner with us to drive successful project execution in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery of key projects while maintaining quality and com...
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Engineer - Process-Chemaid Lab/QC Salaried Indirect
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Drive process development and optimization for cosmetic manufacturing, ensuring compliance and efficiency in new product introductions and technical transfers, while addressing process variability and...
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$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative materials and solving complex engineering challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze, test, and enhance materials, ensuring qu...
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Planning Manufacturing Engineer
$105K - $125K *
Analyze and optimize inventory and material requirements to enhance manufacturing efficiency, ensuring on-time delivery while managing risks and driving process improvements across operations...
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Process Engineer - Cold Forming Operations
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of manufacturing by optimizing cold forming processes, enhancing safety, and driving efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements and lead automation...
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Warehouse Operations Process Engineer BTA
$69K - $96K *
Optimize warehouse operations by identifying and eliminating inefficiencies. Collaborate with teams to implement solutions and enhance processes, ensuring compliance with stewardship requirements whil...
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$95K - $115K *
Advance engineering excellence by optimizing titanium melt processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing sustainable improvements through data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration...
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Process Engineer II (Food & Beverage Industry)
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Elevate your career by driving innovative process designs for food and beverage facilities. Collaborate across disciplines, optimize operations, and lead projects from concept to completion while ensu...
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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.