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 - $143K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions by managing capital projects, enhancing system designs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive productivity and cost savings in a dynamic manuf...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in coordinating product initiatives across multiple teams, ensuring project alignment and timely delivery. Drive efficiency through effective communication, risk management, and contin...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $108K *

Transform product development by leading electromechanical projects from concept to market. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance existing products and drive innovation, ensuring complian...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative high-speed I/O connectors for AI/ML platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product development, ensuring compliance and performance in cutt...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and mentor junior engineers while driving best pra...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative embedded software solutions while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and customer satisfac...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Elevate software development by designing and enhancing embedded systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior engineers to drive innovation in optical networking solutions...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to design and develop cutting-edge embedded software for optical networking products. Collaborate with engineers, coach junior staff, and enhance product performance while ensuring docum...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing embedded software solutions, enhancing product performance, and mentoring junior engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on developing innovative embedded software solutions for optical networking, enhancing product performance, and mentoring junior engineers while engaging w...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $140K *

Champion project execution and governance in Advanced Surgical R&D. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance predictability, manage risks, and drive impactful results in a fast-paced, regulated environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with innovative manufacturing solutions, leading process improvements and product launches. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and quality while mentoring...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $132K *

Champion product innovation by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product features, support marketing efforts, and ensure customer satisfaction through technical expertise and docume...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $144K *

Empower innovation in wildfire mitigation by collaborating with customers and R&D teams. Leverage technical expertise to translate customer needs into practical product features and support impactful...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $144K *

Accelerate wildfire mitigation efforts by collaborating with customers and R&D teams. Shape innovative solutions that improve grid resiliency, translating complex needs into user-friendly products. Tr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $200K *

Pioneer innovative embedded software solutions, guiding technical strategy and leading projects that drive impactful results across hardware and software domains, enhancing product capabilities in 3D...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of embedded systems by developing reliable software solutions. Collaborate on diverse projects, ensuring compliance and integration with hardware while driving innovation in therm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $143K *

Drive your career forward in embedded controller design, where you'll collaborate with a talented ASIC team, mastering System on Chip methodologies in a dynamic environment focused on innovation for a...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing team of electrical design engineers, ensuring quality and timely delivery of low and medium-voltage switchgear projects while fostering collaboration an...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $90K *

Design innovative automotive interior plastic parts to enhance customer projects. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality designs, leveraging your expertise in plastics and engineering principl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Manage complex engineering operations, leading teams to ensure on-time project delivery while integrating technical expertise with strategic business goals and optimizing supply chain processes...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower innovation by driving the design and development of advanced firearms. Collaborate across teams to ensure production goals for performance, safety, and quality are achieved, while enhancing ma...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $166K *

Join a team that's pioneering mechanical joining technologies for vehicle structures. As a subject matter expert, you'll develop standards, collaborate across teams, and lead innovative solutions to e...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Architect and define the BIOS/UEFI firmware stack, aligning with OCP specifications. Collaborate across teams to translate standards into actionable designs, ensuring compliance and innovation in prod...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Shape the future of BIOS/UEFI firmware by defining architecture aligned with OCP standards. Collaborate across teams to translate specifications into actionable designs, ensuring compliance and innova...

Reposted 4 days 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.