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 - $130K *

Transform product development through innovative mechanical designs, guiding validation and testing while collaborating across teams to enhance efficiency and reliability. Drive continuous improvement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead engineering projects for innovative fastening solutions, driving design excellence and cross-functional collaboration to enhance product portfolio and accelerate growth in electrical fastening te...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in packaging by linking material properties to performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to test and analyze materials, ensuring optimal design and sustainability in packag...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in space intelligence by developing software solutions for object visualization and data exploitation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to transform research into scalable capabilities...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by driving product excellence in Specialty Materials. Manage customer relationships and enhance processes while becoming a recognized expert in Titanium and Specialty Steel manufac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive product excellence by managing customer relationships and engineering processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance Titanium and Specialty Steel products, ensuring quality and continuous improv...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform global project execution for high-speed connector NPI programs, ensuring seamless design transfer, manufacturing readiness, and cross-functional alignment while driving technical excellence...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving global NPI programs, ensuring seamless project execution from design to production. Collaborate across engineering and manufacturing to optimize readiness and deliver innova...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform mechanical design processes by leading the development of innovative systems and modifications for enhanced safety and performance in drilling operations, collaborating across disciplines to...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $140K *

Inspire success by leading multiple building projects from planning to execution, leveraging your expertise in contract management and field operations to drive efficiency, resolve issues, and mentor...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing multiple building projects from planning to execution. Leverage your expertise in subcontractor management, project scheduling, and team leadership to drive...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying comprehensive test solutions for next-generation products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop methodologies and instrumentation for system c...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $225K *

Transform engineering excellence by leading DFSS and reliability initiatives, enhancing product quality and manufacturability while coaching teams to drive continuous improvement and customer satisfac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $225K *

Transform your career by leading DFSS and reliability initiatives, enhancing product quality and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive engineering excellence and coac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $225K *

Elevate engineering excellence by transforming customer needs into actionable requirements, leading complex reliability initiatives, and enhancing product quality through DFSS methodologies and hands...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative process engineering by integrating expertise into AI-driven design, helping create automated solutions for complex capital projects like natural gas power generation while working...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion excellence in manufacturing by leading the specification, installation, and startup of CNC equipment across multiple locations, promoting quality and process innovation in precision machining...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Lead the charge in enhancing developer productivity and satisfaction by driving technical strategy and implementing AI-driven solutions. Collaborate across teams to streamline workflows and mentor eng...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $125K *

Drive measurable improvements across operations by implementing Lean principles and optimizing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and sustainability, ensuring ali...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with innovative mechanical design, developing high-quality luminaire products from concept to production while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure excellence in perfo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $248K *

Join a team that's redefining automotive technology by developing high-performance embedded firmware. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize real-time software for next-gen platforms, ensuring saf...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance production efficiency through innovative tooling engineering. Lead projects that optimize manufacturing processes, reduce downtime, and ensure the highest quality parts for...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $160K *

Take ownership of manufacturing processes for space electronics, ensuring compliance with AS9100 standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and quality while p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $165K *

Drive design innovation and modernization efforts by evaluating and coordinating engineering designs, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with technical specifications in a collaborative envir...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Innovate with us to design advanced filling and capping machinery. Leverage your mechanical engineering skills and creativity to deliver tailored solutions, collaborating cross-functionally while ensu...

1 month 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.