Welcome to the Research Engineer Category on Ladders

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.

Role and Responsibilities

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.

Possibilities for Advancement

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.

Qualifications

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.

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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping safe and innovative electrical construction projects. As a Structural Engineer II, you will collaborate closely with engineers to ensure compliance and durability, driving e...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$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...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$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...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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4 days ago

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

$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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What kind of jobs are there for Research Engineers?question toggle

    Job titles for Research Engineers include Process Research Engineer, Senior Research Engineer, Research and Development Engineer, and more.

  • What industries employ Research Engineers?question toggle

    Research Engineers are employed across many industries including technology, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, construction, and more.

  • What is the salary range for Research Engineers?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.