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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$110K - $125K *

Optimize product development through cross-functional collaboration, research, and customer insights. Lead roadmap prioritization, define user experiences, and ensure quality outcomes while leveraging...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $118K *

Empower your career by leading innovative product design projects in HVAC. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, performance, and cost-effectiveness while driving improvements and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing electrical engineering projects, ensuring technical excellence and project success. Mentor new engineers while directing project teams and collaborating on innovative des...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the design engineering landscape by leading a talented team, ensuring high-quality project delivery, and collaborating across departments to meet strategic goals and customer needs in a dyna...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $123K *

Engineer innovative mechanical systems for advanced communications infrastructure. Collaborate on complex projects, enhance product reliability, and drive process improvements while utilizing cutting...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$146K - $201K *

Elevate user experience by leading a dynamic design team, driving innovative strategies, and ensuring high-quality product design for a secure and unified platform that meets diverse user needs across...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $185K *

Join our team to execute innovative Process Systems designs, leading complex projects and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engineering soluti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading capital projects and enhancing process efficiency. Utilize your advanced engineering expertise to drive innovation, mentor teams, and ensure successful pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $149K *

Innovate packaging solutions within a dynamic Supply Chain team, ensuring protection and transport of high-value products. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency and quality in a fast-pa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Engage in hands-on mechanical engineering to deploy innovative systems in maritime environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and troubleshoot mechanical payloads, ensuring ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of engineering and maritime operations, integrating mechanical systems into autonomous vessels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $113K *

Optimize manufacturing processes by collaborating with engineering and production teams. Drive improvements in quality and efficiency while ensuring safety standards are met. Engage in capital equipme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $131K *

Champion the planning and execution of manufacturing processes, enhancing operations through collaboration across teams. Drive quality improvements and ensure cost-effective production while supportin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $131K *

Drive manufacturing excellence by planning, executing, and optimizing processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance quality, efficiency, and safety while managing costs and delivery in a dynamic prod...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $131K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating across departments. Drive improvements, troubleshoot issues, and support production operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a Mechanical Engineer II, designing and developing innovative spaceflight bioinstrumentation hardware. Collaborate with a dynamic team to prototype, analyze, and refine cutting...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by designing and improving systems, enhancing productivity, and resolving technical challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient production...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that drives technical excellence and operational efficiency. Engage with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes, ensure product quality, and implement solutions in a dyn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $192K *

Join our dynamic team to develop innovative semiconductor processes that enhance efficiency and yield. Collaborate on cutting-edge technology while making significant contributions to product developm...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $236K *

Drive innovation in aerospace by leading complex mechanical test campaigns, managing projects from design to execution, and collaborating with engineers to enhance test capabilities and infrastructure...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of medical devices by leading software architecture and development. Drive innovation across embedded systems, Android, and cloud layers while mentoring engineers...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join us in optimizing manufacturing systems by developing engineering standards and enhancing production processes. Collaborate on facility design and lead projects to improve efficiency and quality a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Advance manufacturing excellence by optimizing interconnected systems. Collaborate on engineering standards, facility design, and production processes to enhance efficiency and quality in a dynamic en...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$112K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, driving excellence in semiconductor test operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance equipment performance and streamline p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $270K *

Drive the technical direction for security in a high-scale, customer-facing API environment. Lead architecture for access decisions, ensuring clarity and performance while collaborating across teams t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.