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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$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading innovative projects in a global chemical firm. Drive impactful solutions across diverse markets while collaborating with top talent to enhance product delivery and custo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $114K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Collaborate across multiple phases to drive continuous improvement and optim...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate thermal performance solutions for gas turbines and power plants. Lead technical teams, mentor engineers, and enhance performance modeling while supporting business development and proposal st...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative product development for cutlery and foodservice solutions. Lead technical initiatives, enhance product performance, and collaborate across teams to drive sustainable advancements in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $120K *

Lead and manage moderately complex new product introduction projects, ensuring alignment between customer needs and manufacturing readiness through disciplined planning and execution. Collaborate with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $116K *

Empower environmental sustainability by analyzing and designing solutions for water and wastewater management. Collaborate with engineers to enhance public health outcomes through innovative environme...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in test engineering! Lead the system-level testing and validation of cutting-edge hardware and software, ensuring quality and performance, while collaborating acr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring high-quality production of medical device components. This role involves optimizing manufacturing processes and leading quality initiatives in a regulated envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative mechanical manufacturing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers to deliver exceptional design solutions in a dynamic, hands-on enviro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $127K *

Empower your career by leading cost reduction and throughput improvement projects. Drive CAPEX initiatives and lean methodologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $103K *

Elevate operational efficiency by leading cost reduction and throughput improvement initiatives. Drive CAPEX projects and lean methodologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $176K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative engineering projects that enhance technological capabilities and drive continuous improvement. Collaborate across teams to solve complex problems while ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize manufacturing processes, enhance fabrication technology, and drive innovation in automated environments, focusing on sheet metal fabrication and equipment efficiency fo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative manufacturing processes to enhance product quality and delivery. Collaborate on advanced module development from concept to production, requiring strong problem-solving skills and a s...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion quality excellence by leading advanced manufacturing initiatives, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance with stringent quality standards to enhance production efficiency and r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $102K *

Transform manufacturing processes by designing and optimizing advanced systems. Lead initiatives for continuous improvement, ensuring compliance and efficiency across multiple product lines while driv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Transform environmental compliance and management practices by leveraging your engineering expertise. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support solid waste and utility projects while enhancing your p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $151K *

Empower quality assurance by leading automation strategies, integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software reliability and performance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $151K *

Champion quality by leading automation strategies and integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring robust, scalable frameworks that enhance software reliability and performance across cross-func...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Transform operational efficiency by leading process improvement initiatives, utilizing tools like Six Sigma and KPI analysis to drive performance and reduce losses in a dynamic distribution environmen...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $120K *

Drive process improvement initiatives by leveraging Lean methodologies and data analysis to enhance operational efficiency and reduce losses within a distribution center, while fostering a culture of...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on developing innovative active and intelligent packaging solutions. Collaborate with experts to transform ideas into market-ready products while...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $105K *

Lead the development of innovative active and intelligent packaging solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform concepts into market-ready products while ensuring compliance with...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, focusing on facility relocation and continuous improvement in a dynamic aviation manufacturing environment. Drive hands-on...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of new product development projects, guiding them from concept to production. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure design, testing, and implementation meet customer needs and qualit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.