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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$150K - $180K *

Help us design and deploy innovative machine learning solutions for satellite imagery analytics, focusing on computer vision and predictive modeling. Collaborate with experts to enhance ML processes a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Help us develop innovative agentic platforms to enhance smart-home experiences, enabling systems that reason, maintain memory, and ensure safety while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deli...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $101K *

Champion patient safety by managing medical device recalls, ensuring compliance, and improving safety processes within healthcare technology management, collaborating with clinical teams and regulator...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $180K *

Drive the design and delivery of robust data center network infrastructure, ensuring scalability and reliability through cross-functional collaboration and strategic initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $208K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data center infrastructure. Drive innovative designs and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver reliable and scalable network solutions that support global...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining theoretical physics through innovative AI tools. Collaborate to develop groundbreaking technology solutions that enhance research, streamline processes, and drive scienti...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI/ML technology, driving the development and deployment of innovative machine learning solutions. Collaborate with expert teams to create impactful satellite im...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Advance your career by ensuring passenger railcar integrity through inspections, structural calculations, and design verification. Collaborate with teams to uphold safety standards while supporting pr...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to a pivotal engineering role where you'll tackle high-impact projects, leading cross-team initiatives from concept to delivery, and driving significant changes across the organiz...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $325K *

Drive innovation in reinforcement learning by developing advanced data solutions for training large language models. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform research insights into impactful, custo...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Lead the charge in overseeing accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance. Elevate internal controls and improve processes while managing month-end closings and detaile...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in engineering innovative electrical designs for multifaceted commercial projects, ensuring compliance and sustainability while managing the entire project lifecycle from concept to co...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $140K *

Transform electrical design by leading complex commercial projects, ensuring compliance with codes and sustainability goals while collaborating across disciplines from concept to construction...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $140K *

Drive the electrical engineering design for commercial projects, ensuring compliance and performance. Lead cross-disciplinary teams to enhance efficiency from concept to completion, while mentoring pe...

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2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $140K *

Design high-performance electrical systems by leading projects from concept to construction. Engage in cross-disciplinary collaboration while ensuring compliance and sustainability goals. Strengthen e...

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1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Optimize veteran healthcare by integrating technology and systems to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams, manage federal projects, and drive performance improvements with a focus...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative electrical engineering solutions for federal projects. Contribute your expertise in design, collaboration, and problem-solving to ensure high-qual...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

Drive global project control activities, ensuring consistent specifications and processes. Lead technical teams, manage project execution, and align departmental operations while enabling effective cu...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $172K *

Shape the future of architectural design by collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions in municipal, technology, and federal projects, focusing on water and wastewater...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$200K - $255K *

Join a team that's shaping a cutting-edge platform by leading core and feature engineering teams. Drive technical direction, foster team growth, and solve complex problems in a pivotal role while scal...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Optimize and manage a comprehensive Manufacturing Meta Quality Program, driving vendor performance through audits, metrics analysis, and strategic partnerships, ensuring operational reliability and re...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $300K *

Transform AI research by leading innovations in autonomous systems and agentic infrastructure, ensuring safe and effective deployment in regulated environments. Drive strategic direction through exper...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing large geotechnical engineering projects, collaborating across teams to deliver innovative solutions for major clients in the Digital Infrastructure sector while ensuring ex...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $113K *

Transform your career as you collaborate in the design and analysis of structural systems for nuclear facilities, applying your expertise in structural engineering to advance innovative projects and e...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Elevate building automation with your technical leadership! Collaborate on design and implementation of advanced control systems while guiding a team of engineers towards engineering excellence and in...

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3 days ago

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

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.