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 - $130K *

Champion the planning and execution of large-scale construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to safety standards. Collaborate with subcontractors and internal teams to optimize pro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Drive impactful engineering solutions by leading a multidisciplinary team in delivering innovative projects across water and transportation sectors, ensuring quality and efficiency within budget and t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing capital projects that enhance plant safety, operational efficiency, and compliance. Manage multi-million dollar budgets and cross-functional teams while driving process im...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes, driving equipment improvements, and enhancing operational standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to eliminate losses and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead process improvements and technical solutions, focusing on equipment standardization and problem-solving to enhance operational efficiency and eliminate...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$74K - $102K *

Drive your career with an Applications Engineer role, collaborating with customers to design innovative solutions, perform structural calculations, and contribute to new product development while ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $125K *

Lead engineering projects from concept to completion, applying advanced technical expertise and project management skills. Manage medium- to large-scale initiatives, ensuring safety, quality, and budg...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $146K *

Advance manufacturing efficiency by optimizing CNC processes, conducting time studies, and enhancing tooling designs. Collaborate with teams to improve layouts, integrate NC/CAM, and ensure quality st...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading process innovation and continuous improvement initiatives. Manage a team to enhance productivity and product quality while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $156K *

Drive process engineering excellence in polymer manufacturing, ensuring safe, reliable, and optimized production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and operational eff...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead and manage capital projects up to $2M, ensuring compliance and efficiency in the design, installation, and qualification of biopharmaceutical process equipment and facilities while coordinating c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K *

Shape the future of OSD manufacturing by providing expert process engineering support, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and collaborating closely with clients and stakeholders to troubleshoot a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in power-conversion hardware, collaborating across teams to design and validate high-performance electrical systems for cutting-edge electrochemical reactors, ensuring efficiency, saf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $90K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions for natural gas distribution projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $175K *

Engineer robust, scalable practices for AI and HPC infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performance while troubleshooting and diagnosing hardware...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join our team to develop scalable practices for AI and HPC infrastructure. Collaborate with engineers and vendors to enhance system testing and reliability, ensuring optimal performance of production...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's leading complex engineering programs, driving strategy, and ensuring successful execution across multiple disciplines. Collaborate with senior leaders to implement best practices an...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $90K *

Drive the design and oversight of natural gas infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout the project lifecycle while collaborating with engineers, project managers, and sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $117K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by enhancing processes and ensuring quality. Collaborate with teams to implement innovative solutions, optimize workflows, and lead projects that drive efficiency and...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $147K *

Shape the future of strategic defense by leading engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet performance and budget goa...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Drive project success by orchestrating activities across initiatives, translating technical concepts into actionable plans, and ensuring alignment with cost and schedule targets for optimal project de...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower our engineering team by bridging design and manufacturing, ensuring seamless implementation of concepts on the shop floor. Collaborate, troubleshoot, and optimize processes to deliver high-qua...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$64K - $96K *

Transform your career with a role that enhances manufacturing processes, ensuring product quality and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to optimize operations, support new product introductions, and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Leverage your engineering expertise to enhance safety, quality, and operational perfo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $129K *

Transform engineering challenges into solutions by leading projects from inception to implementation, ensuring exceptional outcomes in automation and manufacturing processes while collaborating with c...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.