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.
$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...
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$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
$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
$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
$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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$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...
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$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...
3 weeks ago
Senior Design Engineer - Natural Gas Design
$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
Production Systems Engineer, Sustaining
$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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Production Systems Engineer, Sustaining
$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...
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$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...
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Senior Design Engineer - Natural Gas Design
$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
$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...
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$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...
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$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
$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
$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
$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
$78K - $95K *
Transform production efficiency by leading supervisors across departments to ensure quality, cost-effective manufacturing. Drive continuous improvement and foster a motivated workforce to meet product...
1 week ago
Production Supervisor - Internal Logistics
$62K - $116K *
Transform operational flow by leading teams in material handling and production. Drive Lean processes to enhance efficiency and safety, ensuring commitments are met while mentoring staff to achieve pe...
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$160K - $200K *
Empower project success by supporting the Senior Project Manager in large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with teams on budgeting, scheduling, and quality assurance to ensure seamless project...
1 week ago
$72K - $129K *
Join us to lead and execute engineering projects that drive innovation and efficiency in manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver complex automation solutions, ensuring qualit...
Reposted 6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Innovate and execute engineering solutions for lower completions products, enhancing design and performance. Collaborate globally to support product development and provide technical assistance, ensur...
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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.