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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$95K - $115K *

Oversee the execution of major transportation projects, ensuring compliance with contracts, budgets, and schedules while leading a team and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver high-quality outc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Lead the construction team in executing diverse infrastructure projects, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines. Oversee project processes, foster stakeholder communication, and drive technical s...

1 week ago

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

$106K - $215K *

Optimize your career by joining a dynamic R&D team specializing in high-power RF systems. Collaborate on innovative projects, drive performance improvements, and lead advancements in accelerator techn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $96K *

Contribute to R&D projects through research, testing, and technology integration in software, mechanical, and electrical systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance system performance and drive innov...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure by leading innovative civil engineering projects. Collaborate on diverse assignments, applying your expertise in design and management to enhance community dev...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $175K *

Elevate your career by developing cutting-edge machine perception systems for AR/VR. Lead innovations from prototype to deployment, analyzing complex data and collaborating across disciplines to enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$89K - $122K *

Unlock potential by driving automation and controls strategies across global manufacturing operations, optimizing processes and leading technical projects to enhance productivity and innovation in a d...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $102K *

Drive process development and improvements on the manufacturing floor, collaborating with engineering and operations teams to optimize efficiencies, enhance quality, and lead capital projects from con...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team providing environmental solutions across multiple industries. Engage in compliance, training, and project support while ensuring regulatory standards. Drive initia...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Join us to lead and coordinate engineering activities for industrial refrigeration and gas compression projects, ensuring technical deliverables meet customer requirements while fostering collaboratio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $105K *

Contribute to electrical design excellence by creating control panels, ensuring compliance with UL and NEC standards, and collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality solutions that meet custome...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $175K *

Transform engineering initiatives into delivered programs by leading cross-functional collaboration and execution. Drive innovation and streamline processes from concept to production while managing d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Analyze structural engineering diagnostics, collaborate on innovative solutions, and manage client projects. Engage in mentorship while ensuring compliance with standards. Foster growth and develop st...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$68K - $102K *

Optimize warfighter capabilities by leading engineering project planning, integrating cross-disciplinary teams, and managing deliverables to ensure effective and timely execution of complex systems de...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$68K - $102K *

Empower your career by collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams, driving project execution, and managing complex engineering developments that enhance warfighter capabilities through innovative met...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation in embedded systems by leading research teams and tackling complex challenges. Collaborate with clients and utilize your extensive experience to enhance product development and execut...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading complex embedded system projects. Drive innovative solutions, collaborate with customers, and enhance your expertise in ARM, PPC, and MIPS to create impactful advancem...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative materials engineering by transforming lab discoveries into scalable production processes. Collaborate with R&D and cross-functional teams to optimize material synthesis and drive c...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the planning and execution of significant transportation and civil infrastructure projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely, safe, and budget-compliant project delivery that meets...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Innovate cutting-edge ML models for live trading, leading technical execution and mentoring engineers, while collaborating with executives to drive impactful research and production systems...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Innovate and drive successful project delivery by leveraging expertise in electrical engineering. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance design processes and ensure high-quality outcomes in complex...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Champion innovative electrical engineering solutions to successfully deliver projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on complex designs, improve processes, and enhance client satisfaction wh...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to innovate and implement advanced automation solutions in industrial manufacturing, focusing on process optimization and strategic initiatives across global operations...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Create AI-driven automation solutions to enhance operational efficiency and innovation across diverse teams by integrating advanced workflows and frameworks. Play a critical role in accelerating AI ad...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $155K *

Empower quality and efficiency in manufacturing as you develop innovative test systems, enhance processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives, optimizing operations to deliver industry-leadi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.