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.
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes and product quality. As a Process Engineer, you'll collaborate cross-functionally to drive improvements, ensuring operational efficien...
Yesterday
$73K - $110K *
Shape the future of manufacturing by providing technical expertise, optimizing production processes, and mentoring teams to ensure quality and efficiency in new product introductions and ongoing opera...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team as you drive the production of thermoplastic composites, ensuring efficient processes and quality standards. Collaborate on innovative projects while enhancing manufacturing capabi...
2 weeks ago
Process Engineer - Manufacturing
$80K - $95K *
Empower your career by optimizing manufacturing processes in a dynamic engineering environment. Collaborate across departments to enhance product quality and efficiency while driving continuous improv...
2 weeks ago
Process Engineer - Solids and Energy
$71K - $105K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic team focused on biosolids projects. Collaborate with local and regional experts to enhance wastewater processes and drive innovative solutions in environment...
3 weeks ago
Process Engineer - Solids and Energy
$71K - $105K *
Unlock potential by supporting biosolids projects through data analysis, process modeling, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance wastewater treatment processes and develop into a...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Transform your career by leading process optimization and technology transfer initiatives in a dynamic startup environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and...
4 weeks ago
$147K - $202K *
Transform complex engineering challenges into innovative solutions. Lead projects, analyze data, and collaborate with teams to enhance product success while ensuring safety and compliance across multi...
2 weeks ago
Process Engineer - Manufacturing
$88K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes through hands-on engineering. Collaborate with production teams to troubleshoot, implement improvements, and drive efficiency in a dyn...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by driving process development and quality improvement initiatives. Collaborate with production teams to enhance product quality and resolve issues, ensuring customer specifications a...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of production by resolving technical challenges to meet quality and productivity targets in a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment, while collaborating with engineers and lead...
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$98K - $142K *
Advance process engineering for GaAs IC and RF Power Transistors, focusing on Wet Etch. Drive improvements in quality, yield, and productivity while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhanc...
1 week ago
$80K - $155K *
Join a team that's redefining energy solutions by designing innovative fluid and power systems. As a Process Engineer, you'll drive the development and optimization of cutting-edge technologies in a f...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate manufacturing processes by developing controls and reducing variability. Engage in audits, data analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and yield in a dynamic en...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in advancing glass recycling practices and operational excellence. Drive projects to enhance quality, productivity, and sustainability while collaborating with site leadership to imple...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate manufacturing excellence by optimizing processes and leading projects. Collaborate with engineering and plant teams to ensure high-quality production, analyze data, and implement improvements...
3 weeks ago
$85K - $95K *
Transform manufacturing processes by developing and optimizing techniques to enhance product quality, reduce costs, and improve yields in a collaborative environment...
3 weeks ago
Process Engineer - Vision Systems
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team as a global process specialist for machine-vision and automated-inspection technologies, driving innovation and standardization across manufacturing sites while ensuring process re...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive continuous improvement in fabrication processes by optimizing CNC programming and engineering solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety, quality, and productivity while managing projec...
4 days ago
$124K - $171K *
Join a dynamic team to design and optimize manufacturing processes in semiconductor technologies. Collaborate with R&D, analyze data, and troubleshoot engineering issues while implementing innovative...
Yesterday
$104K - $116K *
Join a dynamic team as a Process Engineer, supporting gaseous energy projects. Collaborate on process design, optimize systems, and mentor junior staff while ensuring safety and efficiency in a fast-p...
Reposted 6 days ago
Process Engineer , Robotics Manufacturing and Technical Operations (RMTO)
$96K - $160K *
Transform manufacturing processes by developing, validating, and optimizing systems for robotics production. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive cost reduction and ensure production readiness whil...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes, driving equipment improvements, and enhancing operational standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to eliminate losses and...
2 weeks ago
$70K - $95K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead process improvements and technical solutions, focusing on equipment standardization and problem-solving to enhance operational efficiency and eliminate...
1 month ago
$88K - $105K *
Unlock potential by driving continuous improvement in fermentation and downstream processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, yield, and reliability while leading optimiz...
3 weeks ago
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.