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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance plant operations through innovative engineering solutions, overseeing maintenance and capital projects while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in a fast-paced man...
1 week ago
$70K - $105K *
Transform your career by executing engineering tasks in electronics manufacturing. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes, support new product introductions, and enhance production efficiency wh...
6 days ago
Project Engineer Construction - Surface
$95K - $115K *
Lead the execution of major surface infrastructure projects, ensuring safety, quality, and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to coordinate construction activities, manage contractors, and dri...
4 days ago
Project Engineer - Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation
$95K - $115K *
Transform power generation solutions by leading electrical and control systems. Collaborate with engineers and clients, mentor junior team members, and ensure compliance with safety standards while de...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Optimize manufacturing efficiency by leading complex projects that enhance production processes, reduce waste, and integrate automation systems. Collaborate across departments to drive continuous impr...
3 days ago
Project Engineer, Electrical Equipment
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of injection equipment design by managing projects that enhance reliability, safety, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure operational excellence wh...
5 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Transform software development by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain innovative software solutions for battery power control systems across diverse platforms...
3 weeks ago
Project Engineer - Renewable Natural Gas (RNG)
$80K - $95K *
Transform renewable energy projects by leading engineering efforts from feasibility to operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, manage subcontractors, and optimize processes, all while...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Unlock your potential by providing essential engineering support in a dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process performance, troubles...
1 week ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead process engineering initiatives to enhance manufacturing performance, ensuring compliance with GMP standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvement...
1 week ago
$85K - $100K *
Optimize process engineering support in a regulated manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement continuous imp...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Join us to develop and implement key engineering standards and processes, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across divisions. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety, efficiency, and tra...
1 week ago
Staff Network Production Engineer, Deployment
$193K - $234K *
Transform and optimize the global network infrastructure, overseeing deployment and validation for high-performance data centers, ensuring seamless operations and adherence to standards within a dynam...
3 weeks ago
Staff Network Production Engineer, Deployment
$193K - $234K *
Lead the deployment of network infrastructure in data centers, transforming designs into action. Ensure successful implementation through rigorous testing and automation, collaborating with cross-func...
3 weeks ago
Staff Network Production Engineer, Deployment
$193K - $234K *
Pioneer global network deployments by leading hands-on infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our AI cloud's physical and logical network excellence while managing...
3 weeks ago
Staff Network Production Engineer, Deployment
$165K - $200K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in network deployment and data center operations. This hands-on role ensures seamless implementation of high-performance infrastructure for AI cloud solutions, im...
4 weeks ago
Staff Network Production Engineer, Deployment
$165K - $200K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance global network infrastructure with hands-on implementation of cutting-edge data centers and AI solutions. Play a key role in automation, troubleshooting, and deployment...
4 weeks ago
Staff Network Production Engineer, Deployment
$165K - $200K *
Drive global network deployment and ensure reliability across data centers, managing configurations, testing, and cross-team collaboration to support high-performance cloud and AI infrastructure...
4 weeks ago
Senior Process Engineer, Midstream Facilities
$110K - $130K *
Empower your career as you lead complex engineering projects, optimize processes, and enhance facility designs in the natural gas sector. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation, ensure compliance...
2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Champion construction excellence by leading site teams, enhancing safety, and driving collaboration across engineering, procurement, and quality functions to achieve timely and successful project deli...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Engage in product leadership as an axle engineer, driving design innovation and quality enhancements. Collaborate with global teams to ensure manufacturability, support customer needs, and mentor juni...
Reposted 2 days ago
Sr. Engineer, Process (Process Safety Emphasis) HNO
$120K - $140K *
Lead the charge in ensuring process safety compliance while coordinating cross-functional teams to identify and resolve gaps through all engineering stages, leveraging technical expertise in chemical...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Deliver operational excellence by ensuring process control systems run effectively; collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvements and modifications that enhance safety and efficiency...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $120K *
Transform environmental compliance and management practices by leveraging your engineering expertise. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support solid waste and utility projects while enhancing your p...
2 days ago
Senior R&D Engineer - Converting
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your R&D career by tackling complex tissue converting challenges. This hands-on role involves designing experiments, analyzing data, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance p...
4 weeks ago
What does a Production Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.