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.
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.
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.
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.
$108K *
Unlock potential by overseeing engineering workflows, managing RFIs, submittals, and ensuring accurate project documentation. Collaborate with teams and coordinate project activities, contributing to...
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Electrical Engineering Designer
$75K - $132K *
The Electrical Engineering Designer will assist engineering programs by providing electrical design support, creating schematics, and managing design documentation. This role involves collaboration wi...
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Electrical Engineering Designer
$75K - $132K *
The Electrical Engineering Designer will join the Mechanical and Electrical Design and Drafting team at the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State. This role involves creating electrical designs, c...
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$80K - $95K *
Create and ensure high-quality standards for manufacturing processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance product reliability and efficiency while managing quality audits and continuous improvement init...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead production processes and collaborate with engineers to optimize scale-up of robotic manufacturing, ensuring design feasibility and effective integration of components to drive innovation in high...
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$80K - $95K *
Contribute to innovative software solutions for complex electro-mechanical systems. Engage in all phases of the product lifecycle, ensuring quality and efficiency in system design, code development, a...
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$88K - $105K *
Accelerate the development of next-gen electroplating products through innovative polymer synthesis, materials characterization, and cross-functional collaboration, while leading technical projects an...
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Project Development Engineer II - Energy Auditing & ESCO Exp.
$70K - $120K *
Lead energy audits and engineering solutions for efficient energy use in various facilities. Drive decarbonization and manage projects from start to finish while mentoring junior engineers in a dynami...
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$110K - $130K *
Empower the advancement of renewable energy by providing technical support across various projects. Your expertise in engineering and project coordination will ensure the successful development of uti...
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$100K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team as you support capital projects and validate operations, collaborating with cross-functional units to ensure compliance and enhance manufacturing processes within a regulated envir...
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$80K - $95K *
Engage in comprehensive assessments of building performance and energy efficiency. Collaborate with clients to enhance sustainability practices while reducing operational costs through detailed audits...
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$136K - $175K *
Drive innovation as a Lead Electrical Engineer, providing technical direction and oversight for diverse projects. Collaborate within a dynamic team, advancing electrical design standards through mento...
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$100K - $150K *
Unlock potential by spearheading radiation test campaigns and ensuring the reliability of satellite avionics hardware. Drive innovations in automation and develop robust testing capabilities to meet d...
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$133K - $161K *
Drive innovation in RF electronics design for aerospace. Collaborate across teams to develop advanced RF hardware from concept to in-orbit support, ensuring quality and performance in cutting-edge sat...
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$140K - $168K *
Join us to develop cutting-edge RF hardware for aerospace systems. This role encompasses RF design through all development phases, requiring strong collaboration and communication skills to deliver in...
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$133K - $161K *
Advance your career with us by designing cutting-edge RF hardware for aerospace. Take ownership of the full development process, from initial concept to testing and in-orbit support for innovative sat...
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$110K - $130K *
Pioneer innovative RF hardware design for aerospace applications. Oversee RF circuits and systems from concept through testing. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver leading-edge solutions in sat...
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Materials Engineer (New Grad December 2026)
$95K - $120K *
Unlock innovative material solutions in metal 3D printing, supporting the development and optimization of testing processes and quality metrics while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance pr...
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$183K - $198K *
Champion instrument-level thermal engineering, oversee designs across missions, and ensure operational excellence with a focus on model validation and integration into full-spacecraft systems while me...
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Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
$350K - $475K *
Unlock potential by driving end-to-end reliability through robust system design and incident response. Collaborate with engineering and research teams to enhance performance and resilience of distribu...
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Failure Analysis & Reliability Engineer
$130K - $175K *
Partner with us to enhance product reliability by conducting thorough failure analysis and driving continuous improvement initiatives across multiple engineering domains, ensuring our energy solutions...
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Engineer II, Hydraulics (R4936)
$95K - $115K *
Engage in innovative product design as a Mechanical Engineer, contributing to the development of cutting-edge UAV technology. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance product performance and reliabil...
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$110K - $130K *
Champion construction excellence by overseeing project execution, ensuring compliance with codes and specifications, and leading a diverse team to deliver timely, safe, and high-quality results in dyn...
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Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction (Dams, Tunnels, Underground)
$75K - $105K *
Empower our project teams by implementing quality control plans and providing essential support across heavy civil construction projects, ensuring timelines and standards are met while gaining valuabl...
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$80K - $95K *
Engage a diverse team to deliver large-scale energy efficiency solutions, managing projects with cross-disciplinary collaboration and ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering strong...
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What kind of jobs are there for Research Engineers?
Job titles for Research Engineers include Process Research Engineer, Senior Research Engineer, Research and Development Engineer, and more.
What industries employ Research Engineers?
Research Engineers are employed across many industries including technology, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, construction, and more.
What is the salary range for Research Engineers?
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?
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.