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.
Electrical Engineer (New Grad December 2026)
$110K - $125K *
Drive innovation in custom electronics for advanced metal 3D printing. Collaborate with a talented engineering team while tackling complex electrical design challenges from concept to execution. Bring...
3 weeks ago
$94K - $120K *
Innovate compliance strategies and environmental practices at our mill, ensuring adherence to regulations, permitting processes, and sustainability initiatives while fostering community awareness and...
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Probabilistic Risk Assessment Engineer
$160K - $210K *
Join us to conduct vital probabilistic risk analyses for innovative fast reactor designs. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance safety and reliability through quantitative risk assessments and...
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Probabilistic Risk Assessment Engineer
$160K - $210K *
Join our dynamic team as a PRA Engineer to drive safety and reliability in nuclear reactor design through innovative probabilistic risk analyses and collaborative engineering efforts...
Yesterday
$106K - $125K *
Lead the charge in managing multiple capital projects, ensuring alignment with safety, compliance, and technical standards through effective planning and coordination across teams to achieve project o...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform product performance and reliability as you drive cross-functional collaboration, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements. Join a dedicated team focused on engineering excellence and...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Unlock potential by executing engineering projects, focusing on electrical and mechanical systems, while overseeing compliance and optimizing budgets. Collaborate with experienced staff to achieve pro...
2 weeks ago
$106K - $125K *
Lead the charge in executing capital projects, ensuring compliance and coordination across teams while maintaining safety standards. You'll manage multiple projects from conception to close-out, drivi...
1 week ago
Entry Level Structural Engineer
$80K *
Engage in structural design and inspections for diverse transportation projects, ensuring quality standards while collaborating with a dedicated team across the Midwest. Take ownership of innovative s...
Today
$74K - $102K *
Pioneer innovative solutions as an Applications Engineer, engaging with customers to design and refine engineered products. Contribute to product development and collaborate with teams to ensure proje...
3 days ago
$80K - $82K *
Transform your career by collaborating on diverse civil engineering projects, focusing on water distribution, roadways, and environmental designs. Engage with senior engineers and contribute to innova...
2 days ago
$80K - $82K *
Empower your career as a Civil Engineer, collaborating with senior teams on diverse projects in industrial, municipal, and environmental sectors. Engage in dynamic designs, calculations, and site insp...
2 days ago
$80K - $82K *
Shape the future of infrastructure by collaborating with seasoned engineers on innovative civil projects, enhancing your skills in design, analysis, and regulatory compliance within a supportive, hybr...
2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team that drives electrical design for large projects, ensuring code compliance and delivering high-quality outcomes. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize workflo...
1 month ago
$96K - $120K *
Partner with us to lead multidisciplinary teams in developing innovative propulsion systems. Take ownership of technical execution, collaborating across engineering fields to guide hardware through th...
1 week ago
$96K - $120K *
Drive technical execution across multidisciplinary teams to develop propulsion systems, coordinating design, testing, and production while ensuring alignment with performance and schedule requirements...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the structural design of renewable energy projects, including foundations and walls for wind and solar facilities, while collaborating with project managers to ensure successful project execution...
Yesterday
$100K - $120K *
Champion innovative structural designs for renewable energy projects, focusing on foundations and retaining walls. Collaborate with project managers to deliver high-quality engineering solutions for u...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Tackle structural design challenges for renewable energy projects. Collaborate closely with Project Managers to ensure precision in structural calculations and documentation. Bring your engineering ex...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform structural designs for renewable energy projects, overseeing foundations and retaining walls for solar and wind facilities while collaborating with project managers to ensure project success...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Contribute to innovative projects by applying your engineering expertise in the design of structural foundations for utility-scale renewable energy facilities, enhancing sustainable solutions within d...
2 days ago
Engineering Manager - Mechanical Design
$125K - $160K *
Lead the Application Engineering team to ensure technical quality and on-time product delivery. Collaborate across departments and develop engineers while managing customer applications and engineerin...
2 days ago
Electrical Engineer - Advanced
$120K - $145K *
Engage with a team that's tackling complex electrical challenges. Leverage your expertise in power systems and provide crucial support to both upstream and downstream operations, mentoring engineers w...
3 weeks ago
$160K - $200K *
Join our innovative team to design impactful tools and experiences for researchers, blending product design and frontend engineering. Shape interactions, enhance usability, and build engaging platform...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Champion the design and development of hypersonic flight vehicles, Earth-to-orbit systems, and spacecraft. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance GNC architectures and optimize control s...
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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.