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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$80K - $95K *

Shape continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing, enhancing safety, quality, and productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Lean principles and drive operational excel...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Manage and coordinate technical projects from design to completion, ensuring adherence to budget and schedule. Collaborate with teams to uphold safety standards while implementing engineering solution...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Shape project success by leading engineering initiatives from design to completion, ensuring compliance with standards, managing budgets, and fostering collaboration to enhance systems and processes f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by overseeing project design, ensuring compliance, managing budgets, and coordinating teams to deliver successful outcomes that meet client expectations...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $214K *

Oversee project execution and discipline deliverables in Rotating Engineering, ensuring adherence to scope, cost, and time requirements while fostering collaboration across teams to achieve project su...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $160K *

Take ownership of project controls for complex construction initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance. Collaborate with teams to analyze performance data and drive project success in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$116K - $135K *

Accelerate progress at managing engineering projects to enhance processes, reduce costs, and improve product quality in a food-manufacturing environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$116K - $135K *

Transform processes by leading engineering projects that enhance quality, reduce costs, and boost efficiency in a food-manufacturing environment while ensuring compliance with industry standards and c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Engineer innovative SMT manufacturing processes to enhance automotive lighting production. Collaborate with teams to optimize quality, cost, and delivery while driving continuous improvement initiativ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $200K *

Drive innovation as a Principal Engineer, leading the design of cutting-edge connectors and cable harnesses for data storage and telecom systems. Collaborate across teams to transform ideas into marke...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Champion the governance and enhancement of engineering specifications and design standards, ensuring data integrity across multiple engineering applications. Lead strategic direction and administratio...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in geotechnical engineering, delivering essential support for the design, assessment, and monitoring of structures while collaborating across teams to ensure safety and compliance in o...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion the design and integration of automation for utility-scale power systems, ensuring optimal operation of turbine-driven and microgrid plants through hands-on support and strategic technical ov...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by building and maintaining innovative software solutions in a collaborative team environment, driving quality and reliability in a growth-focused cloud SaaS for municipal finance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion process engineering excellence by leading improvements, safety projects, and troubleshooting efforts, while managing capital projects and ensuring compliance with regulations to enhance facil...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading complex projects from design to commissioning in a R&D Test Facility. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance operational efficiency and ensure safety while mentoring tea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by applying engineering principles to optimize natural gas pipeline operations, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance efficiency and support project execution while utilizing adv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of advanced manufacturing by leading transformative engineering projects. Drive end-to-end capital initiatives in a state-of-the-art facility, integrating innovat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality projects while overseeing daily operations, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring safety and compliance in a dynamic construction environmen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of hybrid electric vehicle technology by leading mechanical system design and integration for heavy-duty mining vehicles, ensuring quality and performance throughout the product devel...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's committed to advancing engineering solutions in mining. The role encompasses project management, technical oversight, and collaboration across disciplines, driving innovative approa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Support us in leading complex manufacturing operations, ensuring safety and quality in energetic materials production while enhancing process efficiencies and compliance standards...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading New Product Development initiatives, overseeing projects from conception to execution, and optimizing engineering teams to meet production goals while ensuring compliance a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$89K - $149K *

Elevate packaging innovation by leading complex projects from concept to commercialization. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust, scalable solutions while mentoring early-career engineers a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovative mechanical system designs and enhance product reliability through data-driven decisions, cross-functional collaboration, and advanced engineering techniques to meet customer expectati...

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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.