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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$75K - $232K *

Drive the development and maintenance of Ethernet device drivers across multiple OS platforms. Collaborate with global teams to ensure seamless integration and support for Microchip's network interfac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $232K *

Collaborate with global teams to develop and maintain Ethernet device drivers across multiple operating systems. Leverage your expertise in embedded software and networking to support customer integra...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $128K *

Optimize manufacturing processes and support new product launches while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive improvements in production efficiency and quality, ensuring alignment with orga...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Grow your career with us as you lead design projects for US Navy test facilities, collaborating on innovative electrical solutions. Utilize AutoCAD and your engineering expertise to empower the team t...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of thermal management solutions. Leverage your mechanical design expertise to develop innovative Coolant Distribution Units, ensuring high-quality production from...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $129K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing performance, support new product introductions, and drive operational excellence through data-driven process improvements and hands-on...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $138K *

Transform your career by designing complex printed wiring boards, collaborating with engineers, and enhancing manufacturability. Leverage your expertise in CAD tools to drive innovative solutions in a...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive the introduction of new DRAM nodes into high-volume production, ensuring yield ramp, cost efficiency, and quality enhancements through cross-functional collaboration and technical expertise to s...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $200K *

Lead and inspire a software development team to design, implement, and support critical applications and systems, ensuring operational excellence and driving innovation in manufacturing technologies a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Empower project success by managing engineering initiatives, collaborating across teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while driving project timelines, budgets, and quality control...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in defining and optimizing semiconductor process technologies, collaborating with foundries and product teams to ensure reliable manufacturing and innovative solutions for advanced pow...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $114K *

Advance your engineering career by developing, validating, and debugging PCIe switches and NVMe controllers while mentoring junior engineers and enhancing laboratory testing capabilities in a collabor...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead innovative product design and development, ensuring quality, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness while managing projects from conception to completion and collaborating with cross-functiona...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive new product development from concept to qualification, ensuring quality and efficiency in semiconductor manufacturing processes while managing project...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $154K *

Optimize innovation by developing cutting-edge equipment and processes in a hands-on R&D environment, collaborating across disciplines to enhance manufacturing capabilities and ensure data observabili...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $141K *

Join us to drive the development of cutting-edge control systems, managing technical requirements and supplier interfaces to ensure robust software integration for future truck models. Your expertise...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives that drive cost and quality improvements in product development. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure project success from conceptualization to pr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance battery technology in a high-volume manufacturing environment. As a technical leader, you'll drive process improvements, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate cross-f...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Innovate medical device designs to enhance product safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive project success while managing ti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Drive innovation by providing technical support in product design and development, working collaboratively with customers and internal teams. Support and improve processes while ensuring compliance wi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Engineer and manage capital improvement projects from scoping to handover, ensuring adherence to cost and schedule. Collaborate with teams to define project scope, oversee design and procurement, and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative engineering solutions for cabinet products. Lead and manage engineering projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize proces...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $230K *

Advance your career by leading aerospace design initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams, utilizing CAD technology to develop innovative structures across multiple program phases, while mentoring t...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $100K *

Empower embedded software development by enhancing CI/CD pipelines, automating processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize tools and workflows for efficient software integrati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $100K *

Lead the charge in enhancing embedded software development through robust CI/CD pipelines, automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and improve productivity...

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.