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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$90K - $110K *

Transform customer needs into manufacturable products by leading engineering projects, ensuring quality and cost targets are met while collaborating across teams to deliver innovative solutions on tim...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $96K *

Lead design initiatives by applying expertise in mechanical engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create innovative optical solutions that balance manufacturability and customer requ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of high-speed IO products, ensuring manufacturability and compliance with customer requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage with customers throu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $111K *

Shape the future of automotive engineering by leading innovative projects, enhancing product quality, and collaborating across teams to ensure successful launches and compliance with industry standard...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Engineer innovative material handling solutions, collaborating with teams to design and develop products that meet market demands. Utilize creativity and technical expertise to enhance automation syst...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Innovate and develop cutting-edge material handling products, collaborating with a dynamic team to create solutions that meet market demands while ensuring safety and performance standards are upheld...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Develop and support innovative electronic products for the performance automotive market. Engage in circuit design, prototype evaluation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure reliable product...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a unique opportunity to shape design engineering, collaborating with teams to bring innovative products to market. Lead from concept through manufacturing, ensuring quality and p...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$106K - $177K *

Drive innovation by analyzing and designing complex engineering solutions to enhance product performance and meet customer needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality result...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Lead innovative design and engineering projects, driving the development of robotic and automated systems. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to transition complex electromechanical products fro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative product development by prototyping and shipping solutions that enhance user experience. Collaborate closely with customers to understand their needs and drive impactful outcomes th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $107K *

Lead a team to enhance manufacturing performance, ensuring safety and quality while driving innovative engineering solutions and managing projects up to $10 million. Collaborate across functions to op...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$172K - $203K *

Shape the future of wearables by leading innovative design and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and refine consumer devices with precision and passion in a dynamic, fa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $350K *

Unlock your potential by shaping our evolving product from 0-1. Collaborate across the stack, understand customer needs, and innovate through direct user feedback, building a roadmap that defines our...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engage in end-to-end product ownership by designing user-friendly interfaces and intelligent agents that automate troubleshooting. Collaborate with customers to innovate solutions transforming complex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Design and develop innovative motorsports accessories from concept to production. Utilize advanced engineering skills and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high performance and quality...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building and operating a cutting-edge Product Design lab. You'll translate design concepts into reality, manage machining operations, and ensure safety and quality in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Champion innovative design solutions by leveraging engineering expertise to transition complex electromechanical products from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dyn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Optimize manufacturing processes to enhance product quality and productivity. Lead complex initiatives using Lean principles and advanced analytics, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$84K - $110K *

Transform production efficiency as a development engineer, collaborating across teams to enhance processes, implement new technologies, and ensure quality in manufacturing. Drive continuous improvemen...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the future of aerospace innovation by leading product development initiatives. This role encompasses the full product cycle, focusing on sustainability, efficiency, and groundbreaking designs fo...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $166K *

Lead the industrialization of electrified propulsion systems, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure timely, cost-effective program execution while driving quality and technical deliverables th...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Shape the future of innovative product design by leveraging your expertise in electrical engineering. Collaborate with a dynamic team to transform concepts into reliable, market-ready solutions while...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical owner for new products, guiding them from development to manufacturing. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve issues, support customer needs, and enhance product...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $104K *

Innovate in product engineering by enhancing design, manufacturability, and reliability. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, manage changes, and deliver projects on time, ensuring quality a...

2 weeks ago

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

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.