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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$87K - $107K *

Empower innovation and drive process excellence by leading cross-functional teams, enhancing technical expertise, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards to improve business outcomes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of innovative product designs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional solutions. Balance multiple priorities while creating prototypes and optimizing designs f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of AI and software engineering, shaping workflows that enhance reliability in agent-powered products while collaborating with teams to prioritize and resolve pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $400K *

Lead the charge in designing and building robust systems for AI agent configuration, training, and monitoring. Collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver user-friendly solutions that...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $400K *

Explore a pivotal role in shaping AI agent systems, driving innovation through self-serve functionalities and robust monitoring tools. Collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver impa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $120K *

Engineer innovative temperature sensing solutions for semiconductor applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support design, testing, and manufacturing processes, enhancing product qua...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading capital projects, managing schedules, budgets, and resources. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and successful project delivery in a dynamic engineerin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $179K *

Advance product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to transform designs into high-quality production. Drive operational readiness and align global partners to ensure successful product launc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $205K *

Join a team that's redefining manufacturing excellence by leading pressure decay leak test systems. You'll drive design, validation, and optimization processes, ensuring compliance and reliability acr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $205K *

Lead the charge in optimizing pressure decay leak test systems across manufacturing lines. As a subject matter expert, you'll ensure compliance and reliability in testing processes, driving continuous...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $115K *

Lead cross-functional teams to ensure flawless new product launches, focusing on safety, quality, efficiency, and timely deliverables while developing standard work processes and coordinating with sup...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and engineering of innovative products, balancing performance, aesthetics, and manufacturability. Collaborate on technology development, concept generation, and testing to ensure opti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $133K *

Engage in innovative product solutions to add customer value, drive R&D projects, and enhance design processes. Collaborate creatively and independently, fostering product quality improvements and tec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and developing automotive body and exterior systems. Lead cross-functional projects, ensuring quality and compliance throughout the product lifecycle while dr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and shape the future of manufacturing processes by optimizing systems, driving efficiency, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate across teams while influencing product development and process impr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Transform submarine production by optimizing facilities and layouts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and readiness, ensuring that construction meets evolving program dema...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $144K *

Help us drive innovation by supporting the design and development of cutting-edge prototypes, ensuring quality and efficiency in manufacturing processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative medical technologies by integrating new capabilities into products. Oversee cross-functional teams to ensure efficient product development that meets market an...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Develop innovative CAD designs using Catia V5, ensuring component integrity and manufacturing feasibility while collaborating across teams to resolve integration issues and optimize vehicle performanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and develop embedded software for cutting-edge PNT products. Lead the integration of advanced sensors and optimize performance while collaborating closely with hardwar...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $135K *

Lead complex mechanical design projects, driving innovation from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while providing technical guid...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud infrastructure by developing innovative server and rack solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into technical exc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $247K *

Unlock innovation as a key technical authority in high-density consumer hardware design. Drive SMT process integration and ensure manufacturability across a diverse product portfolio, influencing desi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $247K *

Transform the future of consumer hardware by leading high-density PCBA design and SMT integration. Drive innovation and efficiency across product lines, ensuring reliability and performance at scale w...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by designing tooling and methods, collaborating with engineers, and implementing automation to enhance productivity and efficiency in building printed circuit products...

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  •   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.