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Prosum Inc.

Senior Product Development Engineer

OH · On-site

$130K - $165K/yr

Senior Product Development Engineer Salary Range: $130,000-$165,000 Remote Position Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Development Engineer with a strong electrical engineering ...

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Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

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Maintenance Engineer Salary

Wilmington, NC · On-site

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Wilmington, NC · On-site

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Socket.dev

Supplier Development Engineer

Denver, CO · On-site

$105 - $160/hr

YOUR MISSION As a Supplier Development Engineer at True Anomaly, you will play a vital role in ... Base Salary: $105,000-$160,000 * Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA ...

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Aggreko

Development Engineer

New Iberia, LA · Remote

Bring your energy to Aggreko as Development Engineer based in New Iberia or Houston. You'll take on ... Competitive Base Salary * Annual bonus program tied to company and individual performance * No ...

Aggreko

Development Engineer

New Iberia, LA · On-site

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Development Engineer

Pearland, TX · Remote

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Schott

Development Engineer

Southbridge, MA · On-site

$75 - $140/hr

Your Contribution Lead the development and industrialization of new products, product variants, and ... Total Compensation (Salary + Bonus) Pay Range: $75,000-$140,000 Actual starting pay is determined ...

First Solar

Development Engineer II

Perrysburg, OH · On-site

$80K - $115K/yr

Plan, execute and characterize development engineering experiments in the laboratory and ... Travel: * 0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.) Estimated Salary Range: * $80,700 ...

SpaceX

Process Development Engineer

Hawthorne, CA

$110K - $135K/yr

PROCESS DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER - BUILD RELIABILITY The Process Development Engineer is responsible ... Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for ...

First Solar Inc.

Development Engineer II

Perrysburg, OH · On-site

$80.70 - $115/hr

Plan, execute and characterize development engineering experiments in the laboratory and ... Travel: 0% - 5% (On occasion/as needed for training, etc.) Estimated Salary Range: $80,700 - $115 ...

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How much do development engineer salary jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for development engineer salary in the United States is $96,155.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,500.00 and $106,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Development Engineer Salary vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectDevelopment EngineerMechanical Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, often with specialization in software or product developmentBachelor's or higher in Mechanical Engineering, with licensure often not required
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, and development in tech or manufacturing settingsDesign, analysis, and manufacturing in industrial or mechanical sectors
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, product development firms, manufacturingAutomotive, aerospace, manufacturing, energy sectors

While both roles require engineering degrees, Development Engineers focus on software or product development, often in tech environments, whereas Mechanical Engineers work on physical systems and machinery. Salary differences depend on industry, experience, and location, but generally, Development Engineers may have higher salaries in tech sectors, while Mechanical Engineers are prevalent in manufacturing and industrial fields.

What does a development engineer do?

A development engineer designs, develops, and tests new products or systems, often working with engineering principles, CAD software, and prototypes. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze technical requirements, and ensure products meet quality and safety standards throughout the development process.
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Senior Product Development Engineer

Prosum Inc.

OH • On-site

$130K - $165K/yr

Other

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Lead new product development projects for industrial rotary encoders and related electronic products.

  • Design, simulate, prototype, debug, and validate analog and digital electronic circuits.

  • Coordinate prototype development and testing with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.

Job description

Job Description
Senior Product Development Engineer
Salary Range: $130,000-$165,000
Remote
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Development Engineer with a strong electrical engineering background to lead the design, development, testing, and commercialization of industrial rotary encoder products.
This role will have significant ownership across the full product development lifecycle, including circuit design, prototyping, validation, certification, project planning, documentation, manufacturing support, and troubleshooting of both new and legacy products. The position works closely with electrical and mechanical engineering teams to develop reliable electronic and magnetic systems designed to operate in demanding industrial environments.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical expert who can independently solve complex engineering problems while also leading cross-functional projects and providing technical guidance to other engineers.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead new product development projects for industrial rotary encoders and related electronic products.
  • Design, simulate, prototype, debug, and validate analog and digital electronic circuits.
  • Develop products to meet applicable regulatory and industry requirements, including CE, UL, and ATEX.
  • Select and specify electronic components for new designs and replacement of obsolete components.
  • Coordinate prototype development and testing with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
  • Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and technical documentation.
  • Conduct validation testing and document results, including FMEA activities and support for PFMEA.
  • Create bills of materials, engineering reports, work instructions, and other product documentation.
  • Provide engineering support to manufacturing and production teams.
  • Troubleshoot and improve existing and legacy products.
  • Collaborate with mechanical engineers on the packaging of sensitive electronics and magnetic components for harsh industrial environments.
  • Investigate complex technical issues, identify root causes, and develop effective corrective actions.
  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, coaching, and guidance to other engineers.
  • Contribute to improvements in engineering processes, product development practices, and technical standards.
  • Communicate project status, technical issues, and recommendations to internal stakeholders, senior leadership, suppliers, and customers as needed.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in electrical circuit design and new product development.
  • Strong experience with both analog and digital electronics.
  • Experience with microprocessors, ASICs, and PCB design.
  • Knowledge of EMI immunity and emissions requirements and mitigation techniques.
  • Experience with magnetics and electronic systems used in industrial applications.
  • Experience with diagnostics and industrial communication buses/protocols such as RS-232, RS-485, I2C, SPI, and CAN.
  • Experience with conformal coating and electronics designed for challenging operating environments.
  • Strong hands-on troubleshooting, debugging, and root-cause analysis skills.
  • Experience with electric motors and motor-control design.
  • Experience with real-time embedded programming using Embedded C.
  • Experience working in industrial automation or a comparable industrial technology environment.
  • Experience with structured product development or Stage-Gate processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to independently lead complex engineering projects from concept through production.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • Experience with rotary encoders, position sensing, magnetic sensing, or related industrial sensing technologies.
  • Experience with functional and product safety requirements.
  • Experience supporting regulatory certification and compliance activities.
  • Experience working with manufacturing teams in a production environment.
Technical Leadership & Impact
This is a senior technical leadership position with broad organizational impact. The successful candidate will:
  • Serve as a subject matter expert across multiple areas of electrical and product development engineering.
  • Lead complex projects that may span multiple engineering and business functions.
  • Develop and improve technical processes, standards, and product-development practices.
  • Apply knowledge of emerging technologies and practices from multiple industries to improve products and processes.
  • Address complex and often ambiguous technical problems through detailed investigation and root-cause analysis.
  • Provide technical direction, coaching, and training to other engineers and technical personnel.
  • Communicate effectively with senior leadership and external stakeholders on matters of significant technical or business importance.
Working Environment
  • Primarily an office and engineering environment with standard office equipment.
  • Occasional work in OSHA-compliant manufacturing facilities and industrial environments.
  • Potential customer-site visits may include industrial manufacturing facilities, ports, mines, warehouses, and logistics centers.
  • Less than 5% travel expected.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for an accomplished electrical engineer who combines deep technical expertise with strong product-development and project-leadership capabilities. You should be comfortable moving between circuit design, hands-on laboratory troubleshooting, manufacturing support, project planning, and strategic technical problem-solving.
This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the development of sophisticated industrial products while serving as a trusted technical resource across the organization.
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