Development Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin

Development Engineer jobs in Wisconsin are consistently active, with demand concentrated in advanced manufacturing, medical devices, and industrial automation across a workforce that ranges from early-career to senior and principal-level roles. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are the strongest hiring metros, anchored by employers like Rockwell Automation, Johnson Controls, and Oshkosh Corporation. The most in-demand specialties are process development, product validation, and automation systems engineering. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles48
Top employerGE HealthCare
Top cityMilwaukee, WI
Cities hiring32
Work type42% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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CVS Health
Software Development Engineer
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Software Development Engineer
CVS Health
Wisconsin
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$72k - $144k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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American Family Insurance
Lead Application Development Engineer (Hybrid)
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American Family Insurance
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Lead Application Development Engineer (Hybrid)
American Family Insurance
Madison, Wisconsin
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Analytics
Data Science
$131k - $220k/yr
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Modine Manufacturing Company
Product Development and Application Engineer Intern
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Modine Manufacturing Company
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Product Development and Application Engineer Intern
Modine Manufacturing Company
Racine, Wisconsin
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Hybrid
5,001-10,000

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Global Power Components
Mechanical Design Engineer - New Product Development
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Global Power Components
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Mechanical Design Engineer - New Product Development
Global Power Components
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
1,001-5,000

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Abbott
Staff Engineer, Process Development & Automation
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Abbott
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Staff Engineer, Process Development & Automation
Abbott
Madison, Wisconsin
Engineering (Non-Software)
Product Management
Technical Product & Program Management
$99k - $199k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Development Engineer Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Milwaukee
6 jobs
Madison
3 jobs
Waukesha
3 jobs
Neenah
2 jobs
Racine
2 jobs
Sturtevant
2 jobs
Cottage Grove
2 jobs
Stevens Point
2 jobs
Cudahy
1 job

Development Engineer Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

GE HealthCare
GE HealthCare3 open roles
Rehlko
Rehlko2 open roles
Ahlstrom
Ahlstrom2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing
  • Consumer Goods
  • Medical Devices
  • Chemicals & Materials
  • Distribution & Wholesale

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in development engineer jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering required
  • Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or Creo for design and documentation
  • Hands-on background in product testing, process validation, or engineering change management
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
  • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with production, quality, and supply chain teams
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder reporting

Development Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a development engineer in Wisconsin?

Most development engineer roles in Wisconsin require a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline such as mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program. Wisconsin does not require a state license for most private-sector development engineering positions, but engineers who sign off on public-project documents may need a Professional Engineer license issued through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Building a portfolio of project or internship experience strengthens candidates considerably.

How much do development engineers make in Wisconsin?

Development engineers in Wisconsin earn a median of about $97,660 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $60,740 for the lowest 10% to over $131,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire development engineers in Wisconsin?

Employers hiring development engineers in Wisconsin right now include GE HealthCare, Rehlko, and Ahlstrom, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Wisconsin's concentration of advanced manufacturing, medical device, and industrial technology companies means development engineer openings are spread across both large corporations and mid-size specialty manufacturers throughout the state.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most development engineer jobs?

Milwaukee, Madison, and Waukesha are the Wisconsin cities with the most development engineer openings. Milwaukee leads because of its dense base of industrial manufacturers, automation companies, and corporate engineering headquarters, while Madison draws openings tied to technology firms, research institutions, and medical device companies, and Green Bay reflects demand from packaging, paper, and regional manufacturing employers.

Are there remote development engineer jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely desk-based fields, since development engineering frequently involves lab work, prototyping, and hands-on testing. About 58% of development engineer openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with remote arrangements most common for roles focused on software-side development, documentation, or systems integration rather than physical product validation.

How can I get hired as a development engineer in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or associate engineer programs at large Wisconsin manufacturers such as Rockwell Automation, Oshkosh Corporation, or Johnson Controls, which run structured rotational or early-career cohorts. Candidates coming from adjacent roles like lab technician, quality engineer, or manufacturing engineer can often transition laterally. A strong capstone project, internship at a Wisconsin manufacturer, or a Fundamentals of Engineering credential from the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services gives early-career applicants a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to development engineer jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to development engineer jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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