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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$131K - $237K *

Drive software engineering excellence by leading a diverse team to design and optimize secure, scalable solutions for mission-critical data analytics, while ensuring compliance and operational efficie...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead transformative project management initiatives that drive strategic growth and innovation. Collaborate across diverse teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget while ensuring hig...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $129K *

Serve as a Senior Nuclear Component Engineer, enhancing team efforts on complex nuclear projects, leading component qualification tasks, and mentoring junior engineers to drive innovation and excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $150K *

Engineer innovative solutions within a dynamic remote sales team, leading technical engagements and addressing complex customer requirements for mobile ad hoc networking systems, while collaborating c...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's scaling innovative distributed systems across our platform, shaping technical frameworks, and driving organizational growth while collaborating with talented engineers in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Champion the security and efficiency of network infrastructure by implementing Cisco solutions in a federal environment. Collaborate with teams to align operations with Zero Trust principles and enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Drive innovation by delivering premium technical support and solutions, shaping product roadmaps, and collaborating with sales and engineering teams to drive design wins and enhance customer satisfact...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $217K *

Transform customer experiences by leading end-to-end systems engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create reliable, scalable backend services and modern frontend applicatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $287K *

Join a dynamic team to design and maintain AI infrastructure, ensuring efficient, reliable GPU cloud services. Engage in system design, performance analysis, and automation for large-scale deployment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $212K *

Lead the charge in pioneering simulation technologies for autonomous trucking, as you integrate and scale advanced neural rendering frameworks, ensuring robust data-driven solutions for safe vehicle o...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Contribute to enhancing testing processes by designing and maintaining automated scripts, integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with teams to improve application quality and Vetera...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Engineer high-performance compute platforms for AI workloads by driving architecture and design of PCIe subsystems, GPU integration, and Ethernet networking. Collaborate with teams to deliver cutting...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$191K - $287K *

Lead R&D initiatives to optimize AI-driven fresh inventory control, utilizing machine learning and complex models to enhance decision-making, reduce food waste, and improve consumer experience with fr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$169K - $252K *

Empower fresh food supply chains by leading R&D for AI/ML models. Drive innovative inventory control solutions, tackling complex optimization challenges to reduce waste while contributing to a healthi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$174K - $236K *

Help us drive team success by leading platform engineering efforts and fostering talent development. Balance technical execution with people management while promoting an AI-forward environment that v...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate construction quality standards while overseeing project compliance with established quality systems. Manage quality control on-site across various phases of construction, ensuring effective co...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$184K - $356K *

Optimize large-scale GPU cluster operations in a dynamic environment by leveraging automation and enhancing reliability while collaborating across teams to deliver robust infrastructure solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $117K *

Drive your career with an innovative team focusing on structural integrity and design of marine vessels. Leverage your expertise to support critical engineering tasks for military crafts, ensuring saf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence in network reliability engineering for a global data center environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system designs, automate processes, and trouble...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $196K *

Grow your career with us as you lead field and office tasks in geological sciences, overseeing projects, communicating effectively with teams, and ensuring quality environmental investigations with a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $230K *

Lead the charge in architecting robust SRE infrastructure, driving innovation across deployments. Influence technical strategy, guide teams, and ensure system reliability globally while mentoring tale...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance the implementation of complex renewable energy solutions, driving successful project delivery and enhancing client performance through expert technical guidance and innovative practices within...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $124K *

Join a dynamic team to manage site controls activities in the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of heavy-duty turbines. Leverage your expertise to ensure optimal operation and compliance wh...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $124K *

Lead controls activities on-site during heavy-duty turbine installation and commissioning. Oversee troubleshooting and maintenance efforts, ensuring compliance with safety and contractual obligations...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $188K *

Join a team that's shaping data solutions by building and optimizing data pipelines and cloud environments. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable analytics platforms and ensure quality and secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.