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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$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer Journeyman, where you'll conduct assessments, validate systems, and provide engineering support throughout the lifecycle to enhance program performance and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading a team to enhance specialty chemical manufacturing processes for semiconductor products. Drive safety, innovation, and continuous improvement while collaborating with va...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $155K *

Engage in the design of electrical power systems for municipal facilities, collaborating with professionals on complex projects. Deliver high-quality designs while driving business development and fos...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $155K *

Take ownership of diverse electrical engineering projects, focusing on power distribution and system design for municipal facilities. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and lead project executio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $155K *

Design and optimize electrical power distribution systems for municipal facilities, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects from concept to construction. Collaborate, mentor, and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $230K *

Transform the future of space networking by designing cutting-edge electronics enabling high-speed data routing, optical communications, and advanced hardware systems. Collaborate with a talented team...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $114K *

Join our team to design innovative and sustainable building structures, leveraging your structural engineering expertise while collaborating with dynamic project teams and mentoring junior engineers f...

5 days ago

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

$87K - $114K *

Collaborate with project teams to design innovative building structures using diverse materials. Mentor junior engineers while contributing to sustainable solutions in structural engineering. Drive pr...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career with us by crafting impactful Power BI dashboards and Azure data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data accuracy while leveraging cutting-edge analytics t...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $252K *

Lead the end-to-end electrical design for diverse facilities, ensuring code compliance and successful project delivery while collaborating across multiple disciplines. Be the Electrical Engineer of Re...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Elevate design capabilities by leading electrical engineering for diverse projects, ensuring compliance and quality across multiple sectors while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with interdisc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Invent impactful secure access solutions by driving PKI architecture and implementation efforts. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, document priorities, and advocate for automation—all wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by driving innovative PKI solutions while collaborating with teams to enhance secure access systems. Enjoy a flexible environment where your contributions will strengthen nationa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$211K - $286K *

Lead innovative embedded software solutions for avionics systems, overseeing design, development, and testing processes. Collaborate across engineering teams to ensure compliance with industry standar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$211K - $286K *

Transform embedded software engineering by leading diverse teams in developing, testing, and integrating cutting-edge solutions for avionics systems that meet safety and quality standards, while foste...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $152K *

Elevate your career by leading large-scale capital projects focusing on power distribution and control systems. This role demands strong project management skills and technical expertise to enhance pl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior geoenvironmental engineer, leading large-scale tailings management projects. Utilize your technical expertise, enhance client relationships, and drive innovative soluti...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading project initiatives to develop robust analytical models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, optimize processes, and make data-driven decisions to enhance operation...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Engage in the planning and execution of municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with teams and clients to deliver projects on time while mentoring junior s...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential as you design and optimize manufacturing processes, ensuring quality and efficiency across operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate production standards and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$189K - $274K *

Lead the charge in driving hardware engineering excellence, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support NPI projects while managing lab operations and enhancing efficiency through innovative...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of missile defense software by driving agile development, ensuring reliability, performance, and security in a mission-critical environment while guiding designs and risk assessments...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$74K - $102K *

Oversee process development and improvement for filament wound composite manufacturing, focusing on hands-on engineering, trials, tooling design in SolidWorks, and leading continuous improvement initi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $165K *

Lead the development and optimization of advanced wireless communication systems supporting military applications. Utilize RF engineering expertise to evaluate solutions, design networks, and ensure s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $231K *

Advance semiconductor innovations by conducting process engineering research, driving techniques for dielectric etch, and collaborating on next-gen product development to influence the industry landsc...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.