Production Engineer Jobs

Production engineers improve the systems, processes, and equipment used to make products safely, efficiently, and consistently. Explore vetted Production Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Positions may be available across manufacturing, energy, aerospace, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and other industries.

What Does a Production Engineer Do?

Production engineers help turn product and business requirements into reliable operations. They analyze production workflows, troubleshoot equipment and process issues, reduce waste, improve throughput, and support quality and safety standards. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on process design, manufacturing systems, automation, production planning, or continuous improvement.

Common Production Engineer Responsibilities

  • Design, evaluate, and optimize production processes and equipment.
  • Investigate manufacturing problems and recommend corrective actions.
  • Use operational data to improve efficiency, yield, cost, and product quality.
  • Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality, design, and supply chain teams.
  • Support process documentation, safety procedures, and regulatory compliance.
  • Lead or contribute to automation, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement projects.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field, along with experience in manufacturing or industrial operations. Useful qualifications include process improvement, root-cause analysis, project management, and familiarity with production software, automation, statistical analysis, and quality systems. Requirements vary by industry and seniority; some positions value specialized experience in areas such as chemical processing, semiconductors, or medical devices.

Production Engineer Salaries and Career Paths

Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, experience, scope of responsibility, and technical specialization. Senior Production Engineers and engineering leaders may take on broader responsibilities for production strategy, teams, facilities, or multi-site performance. Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore opportunities that fit their career goals.

Find Production Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse Production Engineer openings and compare opportunities by location, industry, and seniority. Review each listing for compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities, then apply to roles aligned with your experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or production operations.

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$110K - $150K *

Lead innovative water resource projects, enhancing your engineering expertise through collaboration on diverse, multi-discipline initiatives that shape the future of transportation infrastructure...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing Power Generation Projects from initiation to commissioning, ensuring stakeholder alignment, budget management, and technical support to optimize customer satisfaction and p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $102K *

Transform project execution in Power Generation by leading initiatives from inception to commissioning, ensuring stakeholder alignment, managing budgets, and delivering technical support to enhance cu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Play a key role in designing life sciences manufacturing facilities by defining process flows and equipment needs, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver compliant, efficient solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Analyze and define process requirements for life sciences manufacturing facilities, collaborating with clients and design teams to deliver compliant, efficient, and innovative solutions in regulated e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$106K - $170K *

Transform the future of mining engineering by leading project teams, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering innovative solutions that meet client needs efficiently and effectively...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Lead engineering initiatives in mining projects, ensuring safety compliance and effective team management while delivering high-quality results on time and within budget. Collaborate with clients and...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $156K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a Project Engineer, where you'll lead engineering efforts, ensure safety compliance, and drive project success in the mining sector, collaborating closely...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead engineering projects in mining, ensuring safety compliance and effective design. Collaborate with teams to deliver quality solutions, manage budgets, and interface with clients while driving inno...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in engineering project execution, ensuring safety compliance and delivering quality solutions. Collaborate with teams to manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships while drivi...

Saskatoon, SKIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Shape your career by leading engineering projects in mining, ensuring safety and compliance while managing teams and client relationships to deliver high-quality results efficiently and effectively...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mining engineering by leading projects, ensuring safety compliance, and delivering innovative solutions while collaborating with clients and managing a skilled...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform manufacturing processes by leading a team of engineers to optimize workflows, enhance product yields, and implement cutting-edge PCB technologies while fostering a culture of continuous impr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $120K *

Champion process optimization by analyzing and refining manufacturing systems to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by coordinating, executing, and controlling deliverables while ensuring alignment with client expectations and budget constraints. Collaborate with teams to manage risks and enha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on leading engineering projects across various industries. Oversee design teams, ensure adherence to standards, and collaborate with clients for seamless execution of comple...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering efforts for facility construction, installation, and commissioning. Drive compliance, oversee power distribution, and ensure safe operations while co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to program and optimize Swiss CNC lathes, enhancing productivity and driving continuous improvement in machining processes for aerospace and medical sectors. Make a significant imp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Innovate power conversion solutions for large-scale storage and solar projects. Lead specifications, vendor qualifications, and field commissioning to ensure optimal performance and reliability across...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $100K *

Engineer innovative solutions in Process Design Engineering, collaborating across teams to deliver exceptional industrial chemical projects. Leverage your expertise to drive design activities and ensu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining product engineering. Own high-impact features, ship daily, and rapidly iterate on user feedback in a fast-paced environment, utilizing cutting-edge AI tools to maximize p...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $111K *

Engage in engineering assignments to enhance utility systems through design, coordination, and monitoring. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement improvements and ensure system performance, while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$173K - $203K *

Join as a Principal Engineer to drive successful energization of transmission and distribution substations. Oversee project coordination, ensure compliance with safety standards, and mentor team membe...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by ensuring high-performance, secure, and scalable networks across multiple sites. Lead integration efforts for newly acquired companies while collaborating with IT and security teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Production Engineer do?question toggle

    A Production Engineer designs, supports, and improves the processes, equipment, and systems used to manufacture products. The role often includes troubleshooting, improving efficiency and quality, and coordinating with operations and other engineering teams.

  • What qualifications do Production Engineer jobs typically require?question toggle

    Many roles ask for a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field and experience with manufacturing or production processes. Employers may also value process improvement, data analysis, automation, project management, and industry-specific knowledge.

  • Where do Production Engineers work?question toggle

    Production Engineers work in industries that make or process products, including manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, energy, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and food production. Responsibilities vary based on the company’s products and operations.

  • How can I find Production Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted Production Engineer listings on Ladders, a platform focused on professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for salary details, location, experience requirements, and responsibilities.

  • What is the difference between a Production Engineer and a Manufacturing Engineer?question toggle

    The titles overlap and employers may use them differently. Production Engineers often focus on improving day-to-day production processes and output, while Manufacturing Engineers may focus more broadly on manufacturing methods, equipment, and facility systems.