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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$134K - $193K *

Unlock your potential as you provide critical process engineering support in fuel cell manufacturing, driving efficiency improvements and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement efficient production processes, ensuring quality and productivity in a fast-paced automotive environment. Contribute to continuous improvement and collabora...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee process validation and support for small molecule API manufacturing, ensuring compliance and quality in collaboration with CMOs while driving continuous improvement and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion your career by leading composite manufacturing process development and optimization. Drive quality, cost, and efficiency improvements while ensuring seamless transitions from prototype to pro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of manufacturing processes by optimizing production methods, ensuring quality, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficie...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $103K *

Execute innovative manufacturing processes and workflows, collaborating across teams to enhance production efficiency and ensure timely program delivery while driving continuous improvement initiative...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation as a Systems Engineer, enhancing infrastructure through cloud modernization, automation, and AI. Collaborate with diverse teams to create resilient solutions and improve service deliv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $165K *

Transform the future of advanced packaging by leading collaborative innovation initiatives, driving joint development projects, and enhancing operational efficiency across diverse teams and partners t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join us to provide technical leadership in manufacturing, enhancing process safety, quality, and productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex challenges and drive continuous...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by driving process improvements and variability reduction in materials engineering. Collaborate with teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and ensure product quality through in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and optimize material processes, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and implement inn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $94K *

Drive quality excellence by ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Collaborate with engineering teams and suppliers to identify defects, implement solutions, and su...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Optimize manufacturing processes and support New Product Introductions, ensuring quality and efficiency in the production of advanced electromechanical systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading impactful projects and troubleshooting processes. Collaborate across teams to drive improvements and optimize systems for quality, safety, and productivity i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Deliver innovative control valve designs and engineered solutions, ensuring optimal performance in extreme conditions. Collaborate with teams to advance technology and mentor junior engineers...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $128K *

Optimize manufacturing processes and support new product launches while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive improvements in production efficiency and quality, ensuring alignment with orga...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$188K - $274K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing wet chemical processes for semiconductor manufacturing, ensuring robust process control and innovation in a cutting-edge technology environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage in designing and optimizing manufacturing processes to enhance quality, cost, and delivery for products. Lead initiatives to assess and improve machine capabilities, ensuring efficient operatio...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leveraging your CNC programming expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, drive continuous improvement, and document essential work...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion technical leadership and project execution within the Value Stream, collaborating across teams to drive engineering deliverables and enhance product lifecycle management while ensuring alignm...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $105K *

Champion project success by collaborating with teams to develop technical strategies, manage client communications, and ensure profitable project execution across diverse industrial applications...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $129K *

Lead innovative R&D projects in automotive systems, managing resources and timelines while driving continuous improvement and collaboration across teams to optimize manufacturing processes and ensure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project delivery and operational excellence. Lead capital and expense projects, collaborating with diverse teams to improve safety, reliability, and profitabi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading quality improvement initiatives and root cause analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes, supplier quality, and customer satisfac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $225K *

Transform engineering excellence by leading DFSS and reliability initiatives, enhancing product quality and manufacturability while coaching teams to drive continuous improvement and customer satisfac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.