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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$100K - $120K *

Transform the product lifecycle by supporting the design and commercialization of complex natural gas generator systems, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration across teams for critical infra...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer innovative product development for cutlery and foodservice solutions. Lead technical initiatives, enhance product performance, and collaborate across teams to drive sustainable advancements in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform medical device innovation by designing and developing complex electrical circuits. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to tackle engineering challenges and drive projects from concept...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $121K *

Drive innovation in semiconductor manufacturing by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and validate chemical analysis processes, ensuring high-quality standards and optimizing tool pe...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $164K *

Innovate in product development engineering, collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance next-generation metrology tools and optimize system performance for electron beam-based instruments. Lea...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $125K *

Lead the charge in advancing chemical analysis technology through conceptualizing and developing next-generation devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, design soluti...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Transform user experiences by enhancing existing products and launching new creative tools, leveraging SvelteKit and cloud technologies while collaborating to deliver impactful solutions in a fast-pac...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform battery manufacturing processes through innovation and leadership. Drive pre-production trials, optimize processes, and resolve technical challenges in a cross-functional environment, enhanc...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and release manufacturable mechanical designs for high-performance metal components, ensuring quality and efficiency from concept through production...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of precision manufacturing by developing and releasing high-performance mechanical designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and quality in a fast-p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $166K *

Transform brake NVH engineering and operations by leading testing strategies, managing budgets, and ensuring high-quality vehicle performance. Collaborate across teams to enhance system integration an...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion innovation in polymer science by designing experiments, analyzing data, and mentoring junior scientists. Collaborate across teams to enhance product development and manufacturing processes wh...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $134K *

Unlock your potential by leading cross-functional engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive new product development and enhance cust...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $100K *

Join a team that's innovating in mechanical engineering to develop cutting-edge gas filtration products. Collaborate with R&D and operations to design prototypes, enhance existing technologies, and dr...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $157K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive new product development from concept to manufacturing, focusing on assembly processes, risk identification, and tool qualification to enhance product q...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of medical devices by overseeing product complaint evaluations, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations, and driving process improvements in a dynamic R&D environment. Collaborate wi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform medical device innovation by leading design and development projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive technical excellence from concept to launch, whil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Innovate in medical device development by leading complex projects from concept to manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality outcomes while mentoring junior enginee...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by driving continuous improvement in fermentation and downstream processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, yield, and reliability while leading optimiz...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive product innovation and market strategy for legacy gas compressors. Collaborate with sales and customers to enhance product offerings, optimize performance, and achieve top-line targets while ens...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading large-scale product development projects, shaping efficient strategies for cost alignment, and mentoring teams while managing the entire product lifecycle...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $155K *

Transform plant operations by leading engineering projects, enhancing detergent processing, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with teams to optimize efficiency, ensure compli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$105K - $125K *

Champion efficient workflows by creating and maintaining BOMs and production routings. Collaborate with manufacturing to balance production needs and capacity, ensuring timely delivery and adapting sc...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $166K *

Empower your career by leading dimensional strategies for vehicle fit and function. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive innovation from concept to engineering, enhan...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead mechanical design for automotive antenna products, transforming complex requirements into manufacturable solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to influence product deve...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.