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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$270K - $310K *

Collaborate to enhance large-scale distributed training and inference systems, driving experimental velocity and optimizing model architecture with deep learning expertise in JAX and TPUs. Burnish you...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $124K *

Drive innovation as an Electrical Engineer developing cutting-edge sensing solutions. Collaborate across teams, leverage Agile methods, and ensure product quality while enhancing monitoring systems fo...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the development of innovative hardware solutions for industrial applications. Work collaboratively on advanced technology initiatives, focusing on analog/digital circuit design and compliance to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to develop impactful, cross-industry products that enhance customer operations. You'll gain field insights, pilot innovative solutions, and drive adoption, shaping product strategy...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $118K *

Lead the charge in process qualification for advanced deposition and etch systems. Optimize thin-film processes, analyze data, and collaborate across teams to ensure customer success in semiconductor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Advance the design and development of RF/microwave systems, supporting program teams from initial requirements to production, focusing on high-power pulsed RF amplifiers, ensuring compliance with qual...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by improving manufacturing processes and driving continuous enhancements through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Contribute to efficiency, quality, and safety in a hands-on...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower innovation by serving as the main electrical resource in R&D, blending expertise with hands-on testing and collaboration. Shape HVAC product future through technology exploration, controls str...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Innovate the future of robotics by designing advanced humanoid systems, spanning the entire engineering process from concept to deployment while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to push tech...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape infrastructure projects by leading design teams, managing budgets, and ensuring client satisfaction. Your expertise will drive innovative solutions while mentoring junior staff and collaborating...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

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

$65K - $104K *

Lead geotechnical analyses for diverse infrastructure projects across the Southeast, collaborating with engineers and delivering timely results that ensure compliance with design specifications and lo...

1 week ago

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

$97K - $144K *

Empower our customers by providing expert guidance in electric power systems, focusing on automation and protection. Collaborate on design and implementation projects while ensuring high-quality deliv...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $144K *

Unlock potential by applying your electric power systems expertise to design, implement, and validate automation and protection solutions while ensuring project quality and safety. Collaborate with te...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $155K *

Lead the design, development, and testing of mechanical systems for interceptor vehicles, managing hardware from concept through production and testing. Work collaboratively across teams to ensure rel...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $231K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative fluid dynamics projects, analyzing marine vehicle hydrodynamics, and performing experimental testing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance vehicle...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $231K *

Drive innovative solutions in marine vehicle hydrodynamics, focusing on design, analysis, and experimental testing to enhance vehicle performance in diverse environments while collaborating with a mul...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Optimize RF systems through innovative design and rigorous testing. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure the reliability and performance of cutting-edge communication technologies while adhering t...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock quality excellence by driving resolution of design and operational issues, managing quality documentation, and supporting testing for energy storage products in a global collaborative environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $124K *

Explore a career that enhances project success by managing requirements throughout the aerospace project lifecycle, promoting best practices, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborate...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $194K *

Innovate solutions to complex SSD failure issues through cross-team collaboration, debugging, and analysis, enhancing performance and reliability to support internal validations and customer needs in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to next-gen optical firmware testing, executing integration and validation strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while utilizing Python for automation and manual testing, ensu...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$104K - $163K *

Manage complex technical projects, driving innovation and performance in mixed-signal systems while providing mentorship to junior engineers and ensuring alignment across multidisciplinary teams for s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of manufacturing systems by leading high-impact initiatives, defining scalable architecture, and driving the development of custom production technologies in a dynamic environment foc...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K *

Shape your career by supporting engineering laboratories, enhancing equipment, and guiding student projects through hands-on training and exceptional engineering practices in a collaborative education...

Oshawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$106K - $215K *

Unlock potential by joining a collaborative engineering team focusing on high-voltage and laser technologies for critical experiments. You'll design, develop, and integrate complex systems while solvi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.