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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$95K - $143K *

Innovate in metal lightweighting by leading design and R&D projects, creating advanced product designs, optimizing processes, and collaborating with vendors to enhance manufacturability while supporti...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $166K *

Unlock quality and cost optimization for hybrid transmission systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to tackle engineering challenges, enhance customer satisfaction, and lead initiatives that drive re...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive product development by transforming ambiguous challenges into impactful software solutions. Collaborate with founders and customers to build, test, and refine products across multiple startups...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $300K *

Join our innovative team as a Product Design Engineer, utilizing your advanced simulation and structural analysis expertise to ensure our hardware not only meets aesthetic goals but also withstands re...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower the product development lifecycle by designing innovative skid-steer and excavator attachments. Oversee projects from concept to production, collaborating with teams to ensure optimal performa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $115K *

Optimize oligonucleotide manufacturing processes and drive innovation in synthesis and purification techniques. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality, reduce production ti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a key contributor in product development, driving innovation and compliance projects while collaborating with teams to enhance product vitality and support business growth in...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by leading a team of mechanical engineers to design next-gen AR hardware. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure manufacturability and quality from concept to mass production, shapi...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $155K *

Lead the development and maintenance of embedded software for medical devices, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $114K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of product development by leading innovative projects that integrate advanced technologies and components, ensuring optimal performance and compliance in a collab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $143K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions to enhance asset performance, safety, and reliability. Lead projects, solve complex technical issues, and foster a culture of continuous improvement in a dynam...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $200K *

Engineer innovative solutions across the stack, enhancing user experience and scaling systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality product features using cutting-edge techn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$117K - $125K *

Drive the product development process by leading a team, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely execution of product cycles. Collaborate across departments to enhance product quality and a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team driving product development from concept to completion, utilizing innovative design solutions and collaborating across disciplines to ensure high-quality, manufact...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $110K *

Innovate manufacturing solutions by optimizing processes, ensuring quality, and mentoring team members. Leverage technical expertise to enhance product development and maintain high standards in cost...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Explore opportunities as a Design Engineer III, leading mechanical design for outdoor power equipment. Drive innovation from concept to production, ensuring robust, manufacturable designs while collab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $166K *

Manage the integration of vehicle hardware engineering for forward programs. Serve as the main point of contact for functional engineering teams, ensuring seamless collaboration to meet program milest...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $90K *

Drive innovation in natural gas transportation by designing and supporting distribution and transmission projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while contributin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of rugged embedded computing solutions. As a Product Engineer, you'll tackle complex challenges, lead technical initiatives, and drive products from concept to pr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Redefine engineering excellence by executing complex tasks in electronics manufacturing, optimizing Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) and fostering improvement initiatives within a collaborative team env...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of advanced battery systems as a Systems Engineer, leading innovative designs and integrations. Drive the end-to-end engineering process, ensuring robust architectures and compliance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $130K *

Develop and oversee the product roadmap for standardized low-rise building products, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams to deliver cost-effective, permit-ready solutions that enhance sales a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform product development through customer engagement, leading cross-functional teams and technical initiatives. Drive innovation and enhance reliability by managing the full lifecycle of complex...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive product development by collaborating with customers and R&D teams, managing full lifecycle activities from requirements to deployment while ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfactio...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Innovate product designs for automated material handling systems. Lead teams on medium to large projects, ensuring safety, reliability, and manufacturability while mentoring junior members and collabo...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 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.