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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$130K - $180K *

Lead and manage a multidisciplinary engineering team to deliver high-quality engineering solutions for major capital projects, ensuring compliance with project scope, schedule, and budget while promot...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative spacecraft engineering with a skilled team, focusing on cutting-edge designs and missions. Drive the full cycle from conceptualization to testing, while ensuring compliance and coll...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $101K *

Explore your potential in a dynamic R&D environment focused on enhancing solid-state battery technology, utilizing your materials engineering skills to drive innovative solutions and collaborate cross...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Drive innovation by designing advanced electrical systems for high-performance data centers. Collaborate with top engineers to create reliable power solutions that meet global standards and enhance op...

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a pioneering team to design AI/ML models that transform health monitoring, analyzing data to enhance diagnosis and prediction in medical devices, ensuring integration across systems for impactful...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to excellence in quality management, leading critical processes in aerospace standards. You'll enhance product integrity while collaborating across departments to maintain...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K *

Elevate operational efficiency in a large-scale manufacturing setting by optimizing material flows and improving processes, while leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance throughput and product...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Take ownership of field administration and technical management for construction operations, overseeing operations, monitoring costs, and ensuring safety protocols while fostering strong teamwork and...

2 weeks ago

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

$98K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you design ruggedized electronics, collaborate across teams, and ensure mission-critical product readiness. Join us in creating innovative autonomous systems that enhance situ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Innovate solutions by developing cutting-edge algorithms for geometry processing and machine learning applications in engineering, bridging the gap between theory and real-world design workflows...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform autonomous vehicle technology by leveraging your electrical engineering expertise to design, develop, and test cutting-edge systems in a fast-paced R&D environment, collaboratively enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Pioneer asset improvement initiatives as you develop strategic plans for optimizing electrical systems, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while enhancing performance and reliability across multipl...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Drive project success by leading engineering design efforts from concept to completion. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure quality execution, budget adherence, and timely delivery of all pro...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $165K *

Serve as an individual contributor in tooling design for spacecraft, executing innovative designs for aerospace assembly while mentoring entry-level engineers and supporting production processes in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $127K *

Engineer solutions for electrical systems, overseeing design, calculations, and compliance while collaborating with teams on construction projects to deliver innovative power infrastructure...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by acting as a bridge between product leadership and lab teams. Champion technical execution, integration planning, and design alignment across diverse engineering domains to drive su...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing industrial water systems, enhancing production efficiency, and ensuring system reliability. You'll leverage your engineering expertise to deliver top-tier se...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Support geotechnical efforts by conducting fieldwork, data analysis, and report preparation, while collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality engineering recommendations on various projects in a...

1 week ago

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

$116K - $164K *

Drive the development and support of RF systems for advanced accelerator projects while collaborating with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges in a dynamic environment focused on excellence and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading EMT studies and model development in power systems. Collaborate with senior leadership while mentoring junior engineers. Drive project success and provide client management...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Drive automation and efficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions, supporting IaC DevOps activities to enhance software reliability and streamline operations. Collaborate on complex systems fo...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team leveraging your engineering expertise to enhance manufacturing processes, drive innovation, and ensure the integrity of fiber-sensor production while collaborating across technical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of aerospace by enhancing safety and reliability of assets. Collaborate with a skilled team to develop maintenance strategies, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Lead improvements in asset safety and reliability by developing maintenance strategies, ensuring compliance, and engaging with stakeholders to enhance operational excellence within a dynamic engineeri...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Transform complex automation into seamless efficiency. Support IaC DevOps activities by developing and maintaining reliable Infrastructure as Code solutions, enhancing the reliability of software buil...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.