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 our dynamic team to develop strategic business opportunities in specialized logistics, focusing on building long-term partnerships and enhancing our presence in the transportation and supply chai...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading architecture and technical design for an AI-driven growth platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and optimize product capabilities for governmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Pioneer quality compliance initiatives by supporting documentation, audits, and regulatory requests. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance food safety and drive compliance improvements in a dynami...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of engineering by driving strategic initiatives that elevate engineering excellence and foster a collaborative culture within our fast-growing team focused on Governance, Risk, an...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $265K *

Engage with cutting-edge technologies to design scalable infrastructure, tackle complex industry challenges, and collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences in a fast-paced environment...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$128K - $213K *

Champion a team of application engineers, providing technical leadership in defense programs related to marine platforms and power systems. Ensure solutions align with customer needs and compliance st...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $356K *

Advance your career by leading the architecture and delivery of a cutting-edge AI platform. Drive cross-functional collaboration and own the end-to-end operation while optimizing efficiency across sil...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic K-12 revenue team, driving research initiatives and revenue growth through project management, advisory support, and strategic collaboration, offering significant oppor...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$177K - $212K *

Shape the future of autonomous trucking by enhancing safety standards and frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead evaluations, risk assessments, and safety improvements for cutting...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$139K - $235K *

Unlock potential by designing and evolving backend systems to shape a global platform. Collaborate across teams, make architectural decisions, and lead improvements in quality, performance, and innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $201K *

Accelerate product innovation by leading the development of data pipelines, defining the vision and strategy for customer-centric solutions that enhance data processing across platforms, ensuring alig...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $196K *

Transform backend systems for a core lending product, enhancing borrower experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and maintain reliable services that streamline critical...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to develop meteorological tools and enhance decision support services. Collaborate with NOAA scientists and partners to innovate forecast capabilities and improve operational effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future through innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications while driving performance and user experience improvements. Your ex...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Innovate your career with a role in Cloud Operations, enhancing infrastructure through automation, ensuring security, and collaborating across departments, while maintaining high availability and comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Optimize our infrastructure and developer experience by shaping, building, and improving automation and tooling. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational excellence, ensuring fault-tolerance and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $117K *

Elevate customer satisfaction by performing preventative maintenance and basic repairs on medical equipment. Collaborate with experienced engineers to ensure optimal healthcare delivery and compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading cross-functional engineering teams to transform insurance solutions. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure operational excellence, and foster a culture of innovation while...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead security initiatives and cultivate a security-first culture, guiding teams in integrating security throughout the development lifecycle and addressing complex security challenges with strategic i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $300K *

Elevate your impact by owning and innovating complex systems that drive organizational success, while mentoring engineers and ensuring safety and security at scale. This role offers opportunities for...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and oversee engineering teams while ensuring project success through strategic planning, technical oversight, and effective management of personnel and resources in a collaborative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Deliver innovative solutions in high-speed signal integrity by designing, simulating, and troubleshooting PCBs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure top-notch hardware platform solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovative water resources solutions. Provide technical leadership in stormwater and drainage projects, mentor engineers, and enhance design standards nationwide while lever...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's leading the charge in developing high-throughput, large-scale systems. As a key technical anchor, you'll elevate code quality and mentor emerging engineers while working with cuttin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate municipal engagement by partnering with sales teams to deliver compelling product demonstrations, drive RFP responses, and help prospects grasp how innovative solutions address their unique ch...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

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.