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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$95K - $130K *

Join as you leverage your engineering skills to optimize manufacturing processes, improve production flow, and implement innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, safety, and quality in a dynamic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Explore the impact of your designs as you develop electrical solutions for diverse energy projects, ensuring quality and efficiency from concept through to commissioning. Join a team that tackles chal...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion mining project success by overseeing operations, coordinating teams, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Leverage your expertise to drive efficiency and maintain project schedu...

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

$85K - $100K *

Drive the success of mining projects by overseeing operations, coordinating teams, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Collaborate with project managers and supervisors to execute plans...

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

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Lead impactful projects in the Pulp and Paper sector, managing from inception to execution while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring project success within budget and scope...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $112K *

Grow your career with hands-on engineering in advanced manufacturing. Take ownership of processes and equipment, collaborating with teams to enhance quality, efficiency, and safety while driving conti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $148K *

Advance operational excellence by leading manufacturing improvements, optimizing resource management, and enhancing process designs. Collaborate with teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $112K *

Accelerate manufacturing excellence by enhancing processes and equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve quality, efficiency, and reliability while driving continuous improvement i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your engineering career by developing innovative solutions for bolting and joint integrity projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe, cost-effective designs that meet cu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a key leadership role to shape engineering strategy and operational performance in a growing GMP pharmaceutical facility, driving modernization, reliability, and continuous improvement initiative...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Empower our engineering team to innovate and optimize mining processes, ensuring exceptional client results through sustainable practices and technical expertise in mineral processing across various c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Lead the configuration and assembly of products while ensuring safety compliance and promoting a strong safety culture across North America. Collaborate with global teams to optimize processes and res...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $90K *

Engage with a dynamic team to optimize electronic test equipment and support production operations. Collaborate on troubleshooting and maintenance of high-voltage systems while enhancing your technica...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $117K *

Join our team to manage product design from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure quality and efficiency while maintaining exceptional custom...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by building and optimizing the cloud infrastructure for innovative financial services. Collaborate with diverse teams, troubleshoot production issues, and enhance deployment automatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with engineers to create project scopes and estimates for Transmission Line and Substation projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $127K *

Engage the project management team to ensure timely and quality project completion while prioritizing safety and sustainability practices. Collaborate effectively on planning, coordination, and admini...

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

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to enhance manufacturing processes, drive continuous improvement, and ensure product quality. Utilize your expertise to troubleshoot and optimize operations, fostering...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the design and release of automotive control units, collaborating across teams to meet technical and commercial requirements, ensuring product integrity and compliance with industry standards, wh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Empower plant operations by leading maintenance and engineering strategies, enhancing asset performance, and driving capital projects. Collaborate with leadership to develop talent and execute long-te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.