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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$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of integrated systems! Take ownership of features from ideation to customer release, collaborating across engineering teams to deliver high-quality products. Your...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform industrial automation by leading SCADA project execution, designing Ignition solutions, and ensuring seamless integration and client collaboration for diverse clients. Drive digital transfor...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer, driving innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges in the nuclear technology sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Champion advanced technology innovations in radar systems and UAS. Lead product development through requirements management, integration, and performance analysis. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $261K *

Shape the future by leading a team in developing cutting-edge EO/IR systems. Collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and management to design and implement high-performance solutions for airbor...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Pioneer the development of next-gen neurotech hardware by architecting complex consumer electronics systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive designs from concept to production, optimi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in designing and integrating avionics systems for reusable launch vehicles, ensuring optimal guidance, navigation, and control functionalities through hands-on verification and collabo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $164K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative software solutions in a collaborative environment, tackling complex challenges in data analysis, full-stack development, and algorithm design to enhance ad...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $250K *

Create innovative materials solutions for lunar surface systems, evaluating their performance under extreme conditions to inform hardware design and testing. Collaborate with a diverse team to advance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $250K *

Lead the charge in evaluating materials for lunar systems, analyzing performance under extreme conditions. Drive material selection and testing to enhance durability, ensuring innovative approaches to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Grow your career with us by leading the integration of new products into production. Utilize your manufacturing engineering expertise to enhance processes, create documentation, and collaborate across...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Support the development and implementation of innovative technical solutions in aerospace engineering. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex analysis challenges, ensuring compliance and quality w...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Lead the integration of mechanical, electrical, and sensing subsystems within autonomous vessels, ensuring manufacturability and reliability while collaborating across teams to deliver innovative solu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Shape the future of autonomous vessels by integrating mechanical and electrical subsystems. Lead designs ensuring manufacturability and serviceability while collaborating with teams to create reliable...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $164K *

Engineer solutions for advanced multimodal sensing applications, developing full-stack software and analytic tools to transform complex data into actionable insights while collaborating across multipl...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by managing design and support for innovative mechanical products used in oil & gas drilling. Oversee projects from conception to testing and collaborate across departments to ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to designing resilient mechanical systems for naval operations. Drive innovations from concept to deployment, ensuring mission success and real-world performance in dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Transform automation processes by leveraging expertise in robotics to enhance productivity and drive innovative solutions within a collaborative team environment across multiple high-impact projects...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Innovate and optimize robotics systems, enhancing automation solutions while collaborating with diverse project teams across North America to elevate manufacturing processes and performance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in robotics, focusing on automation solutions for diverse sectors. Collaborate on high-impact projects while advancing your career in a dynamic, team-oriented env...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $135K *

Optimize construction engineering practices for a high-profile dam rehabilitation project, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance safety, compliance, and budget performance while managi...

Today

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

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to the integration of controller hardware across multiple vehicle programs, ensuring effective issue resolution and collaboration with design, software, and validation teams to meet project...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $225K *

Transform software engineering by developing cutting-edge collaborative frameworks for AI agents as pivotal software engineering companions across complex tasks and system architectures...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $286K *

Unlock potential by leading System Engineering efforts to develop and integrate requirements, guiding users in optimizing designs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technical integrity and succe...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $286K *

Contribute to system requirements specifications and design activities. Lead technical leadership and integration efforts while ensuring technical integrity and feasibility studies. Collaborate with s...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   15+ 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.