Explore Process Engineer Jobs

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.

What Does a Process Engineer Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Industries and Career Paths

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.

Find Process Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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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$80K - $95K *

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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Advance engineering excellence by optimizing titanium melt processes, enhancing productivity, and implementing sustainable improvements through data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

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...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$74K - $89K *

Explore a dynamic role focused on enhancing manufacturing processes and documentation for technical ceramics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development and operational effic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $129K *

Transform environmental processes by analyzing systems for compliance and improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulations while managing capital projects and en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of control systems by leading projects, designing solutions, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful implementation and functionality of instrumentation and cont...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Architect innovative Coolant Distribution Units, leading design and development through the full lifecycle. Utilize advanced FEA to ensure structural integrity and performance for high-performance com...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate quality standards by leading engineering initiatives that enhance manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and boost customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement and mentor tea...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate manufacturing processes by leading ceramic production improvements, utilizing advanced statistical methods and continuous improvement tools. Collaborate with teams to optimize product design a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $148K *

Drive product and process optimization initiatives across manufacturing, enhancing cost, quality, and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements and lead com...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful execution, while driving technical and commerci...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $114K *

Transform quality processes as a Senior Quality Engineer, driving improvements and collaborating across teams to enhance product integrity and manufacturing efficiency in a dynamic environment...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $114K *

Join us to drive quality excellence in a new membrane manufacturing operation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust quality controls, ensuring a capable and customer-ready produ...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $114K *

Drive quality excellence in semiconductor manufacturing by enhancing process controls and quality systems. Collaborate across operations to ensure product integrity and compliance while leading invest...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive the integration architecture connecting automation systems to Oracle Fusion. Spearhead robust data flow from factory floor to enterprise systems, ensuring seamless vendor collaborations and comp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive process optimization and product quality as a Manufacturing Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing methods and implement Lean principles for efficient produ...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $158K *

Lead the charge in optimizing print processes and workflows, driving innovation in color management and equipment standardization across multiple business units to enhance operational efficiency and q...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$99K - $158K *

Join a team that's leading innovation in print and packaging processes. Drive complex projects, enhance workflows, and ensure top-tier color management across multiple business units while collaborati...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$66K - $124K *

Drive manufacturing excellence by developing and optimizing processes for electronics production, ensuring efficiency, quality, and safety while supporting new and existing product lines through conti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $150K *

Champion innovative solutions by leading the design and implementation of advanced chemical and mechanical systems for used nuclear fuel recycling, ensuring safe and efficient operations while integra...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to lead capital projects and drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring successful execution from conception to implementation while collaborating across functions to enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Process Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.