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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$90K - $135K *

Join our team to enhance the reliability and performance of critical plant assets, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborate across disciplines in a dynamic industrial environment whil...

Kitimat, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Innovate in a dynamic, remote team environment by developing software solutions in Aerospace & Defense. Leverage your coding expertise to drive projects, collaborating with engineers to meet customer...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Grow your career with a team developing AI agents that analyze failures, improve performance, and ensure reliability in real-world environments, focusing on system-level tradeoffs and impactful produc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $160K *

Help us enhance AI capabilities by analyzing failures, optimizing agents, and implementing production improvements that balance performance, cost, and scalability to create real-world impact...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovative memory and learning research. Shape groundbreaking experiments and algorithms that improve AI capabilities and enrich product offerings for top tech c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovative engineering solutions by providing expert assessments and support for payload and countermeasure development. Collaborate across teams to ensure program milestones are met and deliv...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $120K *

Lead the charge in structural engineering projects, enhancing design execution, fostering client relationships, and mentoring while advancing technical and leadership skills for long-term career growt...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate the development of explainability features in AI systems, converting cutting-edge research into trustworthy, production capabilities that empower users to understand and challenge AI output...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$88K - $105K *

Transform process engineering by integrating scientific insights into design and testing for cutting-edge enrichment technology. Collaborate across teams to ensure system performance and operational e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at building and scaling distributed reinforcement learning systems, ensuring stability and efficiency across thousands of GPUs while transforming LLM post-training strategies into...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $116K *

Contribute to product development efforts for airborne molecular contamination solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally in design, testing, and improvement of air filter technology to drive innovatio...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering deliverables for major projects. Direct engineering teams, establish procedures, and ensure integrity in outputs while collaborating effectively across function...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower advanced mechanical and fluid analysis to drive innovative uranium enrichment technology and enhance equipment performance through multidisciplinary collaboration and rigorous evaluation of de...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the tactical edge by designing and developing low-level embedded software solutions for national security applications. Collaborate in cross-discipline teams to innovate and tes...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at energy innovation as a Materials Test Engineer, planning and executing testing programs, conducting data analysis, and reporting. Collaborate in a dynamic R&D environment to adv...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by leading a talented engineering team to deliver AI solutions from concept to production. Drive technical excellence, foster collaboration, and mentor future leaders while advancin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Innovate solutions by designing and deploying advanced data collection systems. Collaborate across teams to validate and troubleshoot technologies, ensuring robust performance in various environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$198K - $267K *

Optimize material technologies for innovative products, driving R&D and managing processes in metals and coatings to enhance user experience and ensure product reliability across multiple applications...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to advance aerospace innovation through cutting-edge research in Guidance, Navigation, and Control. Collaborate with experts to develop intelligent flight systems and enhance autonomy...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion the design and development of complex electrical systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with engineers throughout all project phases from concept to testing and del...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $150K *

Transform complex structural designs by leading projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with architects and clients while mentoring engineers to ensure high-quality, performance-based solution...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape your career by designing cutting-edge electronics for high-density robotic systems. Collaborate across disciplines to push technical boundaries, rapidly prototype, and contribute to innovative s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $120K *

Transform environmental compliance processes to ensure safety and integrity at a critical facility. Collaborate with a dedicated team to develop and maintain adherence to federal and state regulations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of digital engineering by standardizing processes and data usage, enhancing factory operations and supporting various digital initiatives through a mix of on-site and office engagemen...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Develop cutting-edge ML solutions for AR/VR, enhancing image synthesis through innovative computer vision techniques, while leading cross-functional projects and collaborating with diverse engineering...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.