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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$103K - $155K *

Transform engineering processes by defining requirements for materials and manufacturing technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality in aerospace and defense...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead process-equipment projects from design to installation, ensuring alignment with production needs. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to manage schedules, budgets, and technical specifi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Unlock innovative solutions as a technical bridge between customers and engineering. Leverage your expertise in aerospace composites and high-temperature materials to drive successful applications and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by supporting and enhancing automation control systems in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot, design, and document innovative solutio...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate sustainable packaging solutions, leveraging engineering expertise to enhance recyclability, material efficiency, and compliance while collaborating across functions to...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $135K *

Join a team that's leading innovative projects in water treatment and distribution. Leverage your expertise to manage complex initiatives, mentor junior staff, and drive business development while ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of semiconductor manufacturing by leading a dynamic Process Water Engineering team. Drive operational excellence and innovation in water systems, ensuring reliability and sustainabili...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join us to lead a dynamic Process Water Engineering team, driving operational excellence and innovation in semiconductor manufacturing. Your expertise will ensure the reliability and efficiency of cri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team of engineers focused on process water systems, ensuring reliability and efficiency across semiconductor manufacturing sites while fostering innovation an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and improving processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic battery product...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth and innovation by executing capital projects. You'll provide technical leadership across the project lifecycle, ensuring safe and efficient solutions that align with...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$67K - $92K *

Inspire innovation as you lead product design projects, ensuring customer satisfaction through effective project management and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge soluti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engineer cutting-edge solid rocket motor processing equipment, driving improvements from prototype to high-rate production. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, uptime, and compliance in a fast-p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $176K *

Lead the charge in optimizing flexographic printing processes, collaborating across teams to enhance quality and reduce waste while supporting new product introductions and equipment deployment for ma...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$167K - $251K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of defense technology, leading a team in Parts, Materials, and Processes engineering. Drive innovation in design, production, and sustainment for critical systems...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Join us to lead HUD Multifamily Housing and Office of Healthcare Programs construction inspections. Manage operations, supervise teams, and ensure timely deliverables while maintaining high-quality st...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in controls engineering for automated corrugated systems. Drive innovation, mentor teams, and collaborate across departments to enhance product development and customer satisfaction wh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead and innovate within controls engineering teams to enhance automated systems for high-speed corrugated manufacturing, ensuring collaboration across departments and driving continuous improvement i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Drive SMT process innovation and optimization, enhancing quality, yield, and efficiency in manufacturing. Collaborate globally to standardize practices and support complex product introduction from pr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $192K *

Transform business processes by providing expert support and continuous improvement for IT applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experience and drive efficiency in a dynamic biot...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Champion data innovation by leading a skilled engineering team to enhance our enterprise data platform. Drive architectural excellence and streamline processes across Azure and Microsoft Fabric, ensur...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Transform large-scale capital projects by providing expert process control engineering leadership. Collaborate with teams nationwide to enhance operational efficiency and support digital initiatives...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Tackle quality challenges by driving execution of goals, analyzing data, and supporting cross-functional teams. Leverage your expertise in GD&T and continuous improvement to enhance product quality an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize manufacturing systems for avionics hardware, enhancing production efficiency and scalability. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate data into actionable insights, ensuring smooth transi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Optimize and enhance ERP systems while leading integrations across the organization. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless business processes, technical support, and ongoing system performance imp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.