At Ladders, we host a wide range of high-paying Research Engineer jobs all paying $100,000 and above. As a Research Engineer, you play a vital role in various industries, driving innovation and development.
Research Engineers apply their technical expertise and knowledge to design, create and optimize research projects, they contribute in turning theoretical ideas into actionable solutions or prototypes.
With the rapid growth in technology, Research Engineers are in high demand. They can advance to positions like Senior Research Engineer or Research & Development Manager, depending on their career goals and performance.
Common requirements for this role include a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science or a related field, strong research ability, excellent problem-solving skills, and experience in a relevant field.
Engineering Manager, Transformer
$125K - $150K *
Lead and innovate within transformer engineering, developing high-performing teams while driving efficient design and product development to enhance operational excellence and cross-functional collabo...
2 weeks ago
$65K - $98K *
Shape the future of energy efficiency by supporting program development and delivery, conducting engineering analysis, and providing project oversight. Contribute to technical strategy while collabora...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in systems engineering, managing a hybrid environment that supports high-throughput networking and large-scale storage solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to optimize infrastruc...
Reposted 1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Design and develop large-scale mechanical systems for critical water infrastructure projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high performance and reliability. Utilize engineering...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading a team of electrical engineers to perform advanced power system analyses, ensuring project quality while meeting client needs and training the next generation of enginee...
1 week ago
Principal Engineer, Core - Pinner Journeys
$242K - $449K *
Unlock potential by leading technical vision and architectural strategy for advanced discovery systems, focusing on enhancing user experiences across Homefeed and Search through innovative AI solution...
1 week ago
Lead Environmental Construction Specialist 2
$118K - $180K *
Engage as a crucial support to onsite construction, ensuring environmental compliance, permits, and regulations are met. Collaborate with project teams, monitor activities, and maintain documentation...
6 days ago
$115K - $170K *
Engineer scalable solutions as a Senior Space Systems Engineer, tackling the complexities of space applications. Collaborate with diverse teams, drive project success, and deliver innovative technolog...
3 weeks ago
$138K - $163K *
Transform engineering teams by managing performance and fostering delivery excellence across Agile environments. Ensure system reliability and security while collaborating with stakeholders to align t...
Yesterday
$152K - $220K *
Innovate cutting-edge machine learning solutions leveraging extensive data lakes to enhance construction intelligence. Architect robust pipelines, manage data quality, and collaborate in an agile envi...
4 days ago
Mechatronics Applications Engineer III
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing customized mechanical and electrical systems, managing project scopes, and overseeing quoting processes. Collaborate with teams to create efficient designs and strategies...
3 weeks ago
Senior Staff Engineer, Transmission Lines
$125K - $170K *
Join a team that's redefining transmission line engineering. Leverage your expertise to lead complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and ensure safety and quality. Drive innovation and transform en...
2 weeks ago
Senior Staff Engineer, Transmission Lines
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of transmission line engineering by leading complex projects, mentoring talent, and driving innovative solutions, ensuring quality and safety throughout the engineering lifecycle...
3 weeks ago
Senior Backend Engineer, AI Engineering: Chat
$135K - $160K *
Transform your career with a Senior Backend Engineer role, where you'll design and build AI-driven chat solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the performance of the GitL...
4 weeks ago
$200K - $250K *
Develop cutting-edge agentic AI systems by leading design, implementation, and evaluation processes. Collaborate with engineering teams to translate innovative research into scalable, real-world solut...
Yesterday
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in shaping the technical vision for messaging infrastructure, driving architectural coherence across teams, and solving complex cross-functional problems to elevate the organization's...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Grow your career with a dynamic development team migrating to .NET 10. Leverage your .NET expertise to manage code upgrades and SQL Server transitions in an Agile environment, delivering robust applic...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Develop and enhance enterprise web applications, APIs, and database systems to support financial transparency initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver im...
2 weeks ago
Vice President of Engineering, Data
$350K - $400K *
Join a team that's revolutionizing data management through consolidation and governance. Drive the delivery of the enterprise data platform while optimizing data engineering, architecture, and science...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of energy by leading Generation Integration and load Interconnection studies within the WECC footprint, optimizing project interconnection strategies, and modeling renewable generatio...
1 week ago
Geologist/Environental Project Manager
$140K - $160K *
Join a team that's dedicated to environmental compliance and project management, overseeing assessments and remediation efforts for diverse clients. Balance office and field work while mentoring junio...
Reposted 1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive clinical support excellence by delivering training and guidance on advanced medical physics products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance treatment solutions and support customer...
1 month ago
Radiological Waste Engineering Lead - Early Deployments
$140K - $180K *
Drive the strategy and execution of radioactive waste management across diverse facilities. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure efficient waste handling, regulatory compliance, and inn...
4 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Transform autonomous operations by leading a skilled engineering team. Engage in technical direction, drive product initiatives, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable systems whi...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $182K *
Lead the charge in fire protection engineering by developing lifelong client relationships, fostering team culture, and ensuring technical excellence to deliver top-tier safety solutions for varied co...
6 days ago
What kind of jobs are there for Research Engineers?
Job titles for Research Engineers include Process Research Engineer, Senior Research Engineer, Research and Development Engineer, and more.
What industries employ Research Engineers?
Research Engineers are employed across many industries including technology, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, construction, and more.
What is the salary range for Research Engineers?
At Ladders, we specialize in $100,000+ careers and so expect a Research Engineer position to align with or exceed this salary.
What qualifications are required to be a Research Engineer?
A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related field is commonly required. Advanced degrees or specialized certifications may be required depending on the specific role.