Senior Process Engineer Jobs

Explore senior process engineer jobs for experienced professionals ready to improve manufacturing performance, lead technical initiatives, and solve complex production challenges. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles across industries such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, energy, food and beverage, and advanced manufacturing.

What Senior Process Engineers Do

Senior process engineers develop, evaluate, and optimize processes used to make products or deliver services. They may lead process design and scale-up, troubleshoot equipment and production issues, analyze performance data, and guide projects from early engineering through implementation. Depending on the role and industry, responsibilities can also include safety reviews, quality improvements, capital project support, and collaboration with operations, maintenance, and research teams.

Qualifications and Skills

Employers commonly seek a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, industrial, or a related engineering discipline, along with substantial experience in process engineering. Senior candidates often bring expertise in process modeling, root-cause analysis, continuous improvement, project execution, and applicable safety or quality standards. Strong communication and leadership skills are valuable for mentoring engineers and aligning cross-functional teams.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Senior process engineers work in a variety of sectors, from chemical processing and biotechnology to energy, semiconductor manufacturing, and consumer products. Opportunities may focus on plant operations, process development, production scale-up, sustainability, or engineering project leadership. The right role depends on your technical specialty, preferred work environment, and career goals.

Find Senior Process Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse senior process engineer openings on Ladders to find vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, industries, and qualifications to identify opportunities that match your experience, then take the next step toward your career goals.

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$130K - $160K *

Create impactful solutions as a Senior Product Engineer, owning projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with a dynamic team, leveraging AI tools to enhance development while mentoring peers and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $160K *

Transform advanced semiconductor facilities by leading electrical design projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to ensure compliance, quality, and innovation while utilizing cutting-edge AI...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

Transform the future of technology by leading electrical design for advanced semiconductor facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, innovation, and quality in every p...

Phoenix, AZRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex engineering projects in power generation, focusing on excitation systems. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver innovative solutions while enjo...

Warrenville, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $140K *

Pioneer innovative electrical design solutions while leading projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency, mentoring junior engine...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Deliver innovative mineral processing solutions to enhance plant operations, optimize costs, and improve product quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success and ensure co...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $167K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading process improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze workflows, enhance efficiency, and...

Virginia Beach, VARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $164K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering for data center projects, ensuring technical quality and scalable standards. Operate autonomously to tackle complex challenges while mentoring junior engineer...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$124K - $170K *

Lead the charge in innovative software solutions for healthcare, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance patient care and meet customer needs through cutting-edge technology and creative problem-s...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing supplier performance and innovation. Drive a team to enhance supplier capabilities, ensuring high-quality product delivery while fostering strategic relationships and con...

South Bend, INRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $122K *

Advance your career by leading supplier development initiatives that enhance performance and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products while driving continuo...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales success through lead generation and client education. This role involves delivering impactful product demonstrations and collaborating with sales teams to...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive logistics innovation by optimizing end-to-end processes for large-scale data centers. Leverage engineering expertise to enhance efficiency, safety, and scalability in warehouse operations and ma...

Arizona, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of dental technology by leading software development for specialized machines, shaping the future of custom prosthetics manufacturing in a dynamic, high-growth env...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Drive the future of structural engineering by leading complex capital projects, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring technical excellence across diverse markets, particularly in healthcare. Collaborat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $154K *

Advance your career by leading process engineering for semiconductor projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$117K - $168K *

Join us to deliver exceptional technical support for HPS systems globally. Collaborate with a dynamic team to resolve customer inquiries, enhance satisfaction, and maintain expertise in process contro...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $205K *

Engage in the design and evaluation of electric power generation projects. Provide technical support and owner’s engineering services, focusing on thermal power systems. Collaborate on project develop...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $161K *

Innovate in R&D as a Senior Systems Engineer, bridging early-stage tech and production. Drive feasibility studies, prototype emerging features, and collaborate with partners to advance next-gen archit...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform validation processes by ensuring compliance and data integrity for computerized systems in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to develop strategies and mentor junior members whi...

Wellesley, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading structural engineering reviews for renewable energy projects. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to optimize design, support financing, and deliver actionable insights...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee process validation and support for small molecule API manufacturing, ensuring compliance and quality in collaboration with CMOs while driving continuous improvement and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform customer engagement by providing expert pre-sales technical support, leading complex solution development, and delivering impactful presentations to ensure tailored solutions meet client nee...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $200K *

Drive impactful design and development of front-end features, owning the code from concept to production. Collaborate with teams to establish design systems and set direction for user-centric products...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Empower our Managed Services tooling ecosystem by designing integrations and automations. You'll lead the configuration of Jira Service Management, optimize alerting, and ensure seamless connectivity...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior process engineer do?question toggle

    A senior process engineer designs, evaluates, and improves industrial or production processes. The role may involve troubleshooting, process modeling, scale-up, safety and quality reviews, capital projects, and mentoring or coordinating engineering teams.

  • What qualifications are typically required for senior process engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for a bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, industrial, or a related engineering field and significant relevant experience. Requirements vary by industry and may include specialized knowledge of process controls, modeling tools, safety practices, or quality systems.

  • How much do senior process engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on industry, location, experience, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore senior-level opportunities within that range.

  • Which industries hire senior process engineers?question toggle

    Senior process engineers are hired across industries including chemicals, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology, energy, food and beverage, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing.

  • What skills are important for senior process engineers?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include process design and optimization, data analysis, root-cause investigation, project management, continuous improvement, safety awareness, and clear communication with cross-functional teams.