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 - $145K *

Elevate our marketing capabilities by owning and enhancing AI-driven web and tooling infrastructure, enabling a small team to work efficiently like a large one. Collaborate with marketing leads while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $205K *

Tackle engineering project execution for oil & gas, coordinating multi-discipline efforts to achieve scope, quality, cost, and safety goals from concept through delivery while ensuring seamless client...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $120K *

Contribute to the design and deployment of innovative fiber optic solutions, leading cross-functional teams to enhance optical connectivity across advanced communication systems...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Champion the integration of new photomask processes and technologies, overseeing development to manufacturing while ensuring optimal quality, yield, and cost-effective solutions in a dynamic, precisio...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a player-coach, driving the technical direction and mentoring engineers. Collaborate closely with product teams to innovate and enhance product features while fostering a cultur...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion technical excellence and leadership in I&C for water/wastewater, managing diverse teams and driving business growth. Lead project delivery, cultivating client relationships while ensuring com...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Empower the Electrical Engineering team through technical guidance and effective project coordination, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes quality engineering practices while supportin...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Advance engineering projects by planning, coordinating, and delivering technical solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage budgets, ensure compliance, and provide guidance while driving quality...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $141K *

Design AWS infrastructure for PLM software implementations, ensuring security and performance. Collaborate with teams, automate processes, and manage application upgrades while supporting DoD customer...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $129K *

Join a team that's dedicated to evaluating and optimizing renewable energy projects. Engage in structural engineering reviews and analyses while collaborating with multi-discipline teams to drive the...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Deliver exceptional engineering leadership by coordinating complex nuclear projects, integrating technical disciplines, managing schedules, and driving risk resolution while mentoring junior engineers...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Optimize your engineering skills by designing and implementing PLC control systems for global power generation and oil & gas projects. Engage in software development, detailed electrical designs, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to manage hydrologic modeling and drainage design projects, overseeing engineering tasks, client relations, and team development while ensuring project delivery on time and within...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape advanced test systems for cutting-edge UAV hardware, ensuring reliability and performance. Lead design, validation, and integration efforts while mentoring junior engineers in a fast-paced defen...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Develop cutting-edge test systems for aerospace hardware, ensuring reliability through advanced engineering design and automation. Contribute your expertise in power electronics and RF communications...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Advance innovative product development by leading R&D projects from concept to manufacturing. Collaborate with diverse teams to design experiments, analyze data, and implement cutting-edge solutions i...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Innovate solutions in software engineering to enhance manufacturing systems and infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to design, build, and scale impactful applications that integrate with complex...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $144K *

Join a team that's enhancing electric power systems for the U.S. Navy. Collaborate on analog and digital circuit design, lead hardware projects, and support innovation in a dynamic, mission-driven env...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$97K - $144K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative hardware solutions for electric power systems, enhancing reliability and safety for Navy applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to impact maritime operat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $105K *

Support innovative spacecraft projects as a Specialist Materials & Process Engineer. Engage in materials assessment, testing, and compliance aspects to ensure safety and performance for space environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

The Mission Critical Fire Protection Engineer will design fire suppression and fire alarm systems across various market sectors, including academic, commercial, healthcare, and science and technology...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $121K *

Take ownership of challenging engineering projects by independently evaluating and applying technical solutions while ensuring compliance with industry standards and promoting process improvements wit...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Innovate the future of applied AI by transforming models into impactful products. Collaborate across research and development to enhance performance and deliver customer-visible improvements through r...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design and implementation of a cloud-native networking platform, driving product development from concept to rollout. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative networking solutions...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Architect and optimize cloud-native networking solutions, ensuring robust design and delivery through cross-functional collaboration, agile methodologies, and strategic direction, with a focus on inno...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.