Product Development Engineer Jobs

Explore Product Development Engineer jobs that pay $100,000 or more on Ladders. These professionals turn ideas into practical products by combining engineering expertise, customer and market insights, and collaboration across design, manufacturing, quality, and business teams. Browse vetted opportunities at companies seeking experienced engineers to guide products from concept through launch and continuous improvement.

What Does a Product Development Engineer Do?

Product Development Engineers help define product requirements, evaluate technical approaches, build and test prototypes, and refine designs for performance, reliability, cost, and manufacturability. Depending on the industry, they may work with mechanical, electrical, software, materials, or systems engineering, and contribute to testing, documentation, regulatory compliance, and production handoff.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a degree or equivalent experience in an engineering discipline, a strong foundation in product design and development, and the ability to solve complex problems. Useful qualifications may include CAD or simulation experience, prototyping and testing, design for manufacturing, quality methods, project management, and familiarity with relevant industry standards. Clear communication and cross-functional teamwork are important throughout the product lifecycle.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Product Development Engineers work across industries such as technology, medical devices, consumer products, industrial equipment, automotive, and aerospace. Career paths can lead to senior or staff engineering roles, technical leadership, product engineering management, or broader product and operations leadership. The work and requirements vary by employer, product type, and level of responsibility.

Find Product Development 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 match your experience and career goals.

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$95K - $115K *

Optimize program performance by leading development teams, managing schedules, and enhancing customer relationships. Drive engineering quality and productivity improvements while collaborating with to...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive performance, manage schedules, and optimize processes in the aerospace electronics sector...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join us to lead engineering efforts for the G570 APU Program, driving project performance and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve technical goals and milestones in a dynamic aerospace...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in product development. As a key contributor, you'll transform customer needs into engineering solutions, collaborating across departments to bring new tools and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive mechanical design excellence for mission-critical facilities, overseeing project execution and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure accurate construction document...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of innovative product design and development, leading cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge heated, cooled, and ventilated automotive systems from concept to production with a...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $137K *

Champion high-impact engineering projects, driving design and execution in cutting-edge manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams for operational excellence in multi-million dollar initia...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$86K - $121K *

Lead engineering projects by planning and executing across scopes, timelines, and budgets, ensuring technical success and alignment with business objectives while fostering collaborations with key sta...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $175K *

Optimize project delivery by managing Gantt charts for multiple aerospace programs. Collaborate with engineers and leadership to ensure schedules align with critical paths, risks, and resource availab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $165K *

Drive innovation in process development by leading global NPI teams, enhancing manufacturing efficiency, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to ensure high-quality production standards and su...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of advanced manufacturing by leading transformative engineering projects. Drive end-to-end capital initiatives in a state-of-the-art facility, integrating innovat...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$143K - $179K *

Shape the future of innovative connector solutions by leading product development initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform customer needs into robust designs, ensuring high-qu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Advance product quality by monitoring feedback and improving designs. Collaborate with teams to innovate and validate mechanical solutions for existing product lines while ensuring reliable manufactur...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by overseeing the design and development of cold-end equipment and packaging processes. Collaborate across departments to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while driving continu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by overseeing the design and development of cold-end equipment and packaging processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while driving continuous im...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Analyze and optimize cold-end equipment and packaging processes, ensuring safety and efficiency. Collaborate across departments to implement innovative solutions and drive continuous improvement initi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Innovate in process development by designing cold-end equipment and packaging solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance safety, efficiency, and quality while driving continuous improvement initia...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape innovative packaging solutions by overseeing design and development processes. Collaborate across departments to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency while driving continuous improvement init...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing packaging processes and equipment. You'll lead projects, collaborate across departments, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, qual...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining design systems by owning and optimizing the Writer Design System for both humans and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless user experience and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of design systems by owning and optimizing the Writer Design System. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless experience for both designers and AI agents, enhancin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation as you own and optimize the Writer Design System, ensuring seamless integration for both designers and AI agents. Collaborate across teams to enhance UI components and elevate product...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of design systems by owning and optimizing the Writer Design System. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless experience for both designers and AI agents, enhancin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Bring your expertise to shape the Writer Design System, ensuring it meets the needs of both designers and AI agents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-quality UI components and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $140K *

Elevate manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and improving energetics processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Product Development Engineer do?question toggle

    A Product Development Engineer helps turn product concepts into reliable, manufacturable offerings. The role may involve defining requirements, designing components or systems, building prototypes, testing performance, improving designs, and supporting production launch.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Product Development Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek an engineering degree or equivalent experience, relevant product design and development skills, and experience with prototyping, testing, and cross-functional projects. Some roles require particular software tools, industry knowledge, or regulatory expertise.

  • Which industries hire Product Development Engineers?question toggle

    Opportunities are available in fields such as technology, medical devices, consumer products, industrial equipment, automotive, and aerospace. Specific responsibilities depend on the products and engineering disciplines involved.

  • How can I find Product Development Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for vetted professional job opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare listings by location, industry, responsibilities, and qualifications to find roles aligned with your experience.

  • What is the difference between a Product Development Engineer and a Product Engineer?question toggle

    The titles can overlap. Product Development Engineers often emphasize creating and refining new products, while Product Engineers may focus more broadly on a product’s design, performance, manufacturing, or ongoing support. Responsibilities vary by company.