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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$110K - $130K *

Transform power generation by leading intricate mechanical designs for utility-scale plants, ensuring standards compliance. You'll innovate piping systems while mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$210K - $320K *

Champion high-performance embedded firmware development for automotive platforms, driving architectural decisions and ensuring compliance with safety standards while leading hardware bring-up and syst...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $182K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance supplier performance and quality in electronics. Leverage your expertise in supplier development and engineering to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure c...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $182K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier performance and quality for electronic components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive the design and development of electromechanical assemblies for RF and DC devices, ensuring seamless integration from concept to production while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating acro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Elevate your career as you lead manufacturing projects, enhance processes, and build strong relationships with stakeholders. Drive innovation and efficiency in a collaborative environment focused on c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $153K *

Lead and innovate within R&D to develop and commercialize carbonated soft drinks, driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance product offerings and consumer satis...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by enhancing manufacturing processes and equipment for cable products. Collaborate with teams to solve production challenges, improve efficiency, and drive cost reductions in a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your engineering career by developing innovative solutions for bolting and joint integrity projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, cost-effective designs that meet cu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $150K *

Shape the future of mechanical engineering by designing and analyzing innovative hardware solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop reliable, cost-effective products while enhancing your skills in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $175K *

Transform customer experience by designing and delivering robust APIs and backend services. Own production features end-to-end, ensuring reliability and quality while collaborating with cross-function...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $208K *

Elevate your career by leading complex engineering projects in cell-based therapy. Utilize advanced concepts to drive innovation and ensure compliance in product development, while collaborating with...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $208K *

Transform complex challenges into innovative solutions in cell-based therapy production. Lead projects and strategies while ensuring alignment with organizational goals in a collaborative environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $100K *

Empower project success by independently designing mechanical systems, preparing technical documentation, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions in mining and indus...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes and enhancing production efficiency. As a Process Engineer, you'll lead projects, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with cross-fun...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $138K *

Transform UAV systems through engineering support, design modifications, and configuration management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and ensure seamless produc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $138K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role supporting UAV systems through engineering modifications, design verification, and configuration management. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $255K *

Lead the charge in semiconductor innovation by guiding customers through product development, leveraging expertise in process integration, device engineering, and yield engineering to ensure successfu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$133K - $255K *

Lead the transformation of Intel's foundry services by guiding customers through product development, leveraging expertise in process integration, device engineering, and yield engineering to ensure s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$133K - $255K *

Lead the charge in semiconductor innovation by guiding customers through product development, leveraging expertise in product/process integration, device engineering, and yield engineering to ensure s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$133K - $255K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of semiconductor innovation, guiding customers through product development. Leverage your expertise in process integration, device engineering, and yield engineerin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$133K - $255K *

Join a team that's transforming semiconductor technology by guiding customers through the product development lifecycle, leveraging expertise in product/process integration, device engineering, and yi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$153K - $230K *

Transform engineering design processes by leading the development of complex systems, enhancing product quality, and collaborating across teams to drive innovation and efficiency in manufacturing oper...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $137K *

Pioneer innovation as a Senior Mechanical Engineer in developing advanced systems for printing personalized products. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance design and manufacturing processes while...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Lead the NPD test lab, driving product validation through rigorous testing, developing procedures, and mentoring technicians. Collaborate with engineers to ensure quality and performance of electromec...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.