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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$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...

3 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...

3 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...

3 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...

3 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...

3 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

$128K - $204K *

Champion the planning and execution of factory electrical infrastructure, ensuring alignment with production goals. Drive technical decisions, coordinate with utilities, and lead cross-functional team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's passionate about engineering innovation to design and build the next generation of mobile devices. Lead multi-functional projects, deliver design solutions, and collaborate with ven...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of thermal engineering for advanced military and commercial applications. Drive innovative solutions from concept to production, utilizing cutting-edge technologi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming product development through innovation in meat science, optimizing processes, and collaborating across functions to drive business growth and enhance produ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $160K *

Champion the integration of software and firmware in UAVs, driving cross-functional collaboration and technical milestones. Leverage your engineering expertise to ensure seamless delivery and validati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join us to design and build intuitive product interfaces, bridging design and code. You'll create seamless user experiences, maintain our design system, and collaborate closely with teams to elevate p...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore the intersection of design and engineering by creating intuitive interfaces for AI safety workflows. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless transitions from design to production, enhancing...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with engineering teams to design and develop innovative refrigerated products, ensuring high quality and timely delivery while enhancing customer-focused solutions in the food retail indus...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate across diverse teams to innovate and deliver high-impact design systems and engaging microsites. Lead from concept to execution, ensuring quality and functionality while supporting rapid...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by selecting and optimizing mechanical components for fuel cell powerplants. Collaborate with suppliers, conduct performance tests, and troubleshoot issues to ensure seamless int...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join us to redefine operational excellence by owning end-to-end business mapping. You'll build essential infrastructure and tools that empower transformations, ensuring each deployment enhances our pl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $200K *

Accelerate product development by designing and validating test programs to boost yield, performance, and reliability for cutting-edge technology in collaboration with key stakeholders and teams...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative product designs and processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance product value and performance while managing medium-scope projects. Drive continuous improveme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform the insurance landscape by building a robust AI-driven platform. Collaborate with teams to identify challenges and create impactful solutions, owning the entire product lifecycle from design...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$65K - $97K *

DJ&A is seeking a Transportation Design Engineer with 1-10 years of relevant experience to support transportation engineering designs for various agencies. The ideal candidate will have strong communi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$65K - $97K *

Develop impactful transportation engineering designs for diverse infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams while utilizing advanced design software. Support clients across var...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Product Engineer, driving innovation in composite development for high-value aerospace and defense programs while mentoring teams and managing strategic customer rela...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $115K *

Drive the design and development of innovative vacuum and heat exchanger systems for naval applications, overseeing projects from concept through manufacture while collaborating with diverse stakehold...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.