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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by creating AI-driven systems that enhance workflows across teams. This role involves embedding with various departments to integrate software solutions, automate processes, and facil...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming operations by building an AI-native system to streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and enable innovation across departments, driving efficiency and effectivenes...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $124K *

Drive innovation in embedded systems testing by designing, executing, and documenting test plans. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and regulatory compliance while enhancing pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Help us validate and qualify embedded system products by designing and executing comprehensive test strategies to ensure reliability and compliance throughout the product lifecycle, collaborating clos...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering advanced environmental engineering solutions while managing high-stakes cleanup projects and mentoring junior professionals. Utilize your expertise to drive compliance ac...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $185K *

Lead and elevate the evaluation and design of electrical power distribution systems. Drive successful field operations while mentoring teams and optimizing project outcomes in diverse industrial setti...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$66K - $124K *

Transform the future of embedded systems by validating and qualifying products. Engage in test strategy development, automation, and root cause analyses, while collaborating with engineering teams to...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate environmental remediation efforts by leading complex projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and developing innovative solutions that meet compliance standards while driving strategic s...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the design and validation of advanced manufacturing facilities, ensuring quality and consistency in engineering outputs while mentoring less experienced engineers in this hybrid role...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $163K *

Lead the charge in managing high-value engineering projects, overseeing teams, ensuring compliance, and providing innovative solutions in a dynamic environment focused on reactor component upgrades an...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead process development and validation in medical device R&D. Drive complex projects, mentor teammates, and utilize advanced statistics to enhance products from research to implementation. Collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $200K *

Champion the development of impactful fintech features, collaborating across teams to enhance users' financial wellbeing through full-stack solutions and data-driven insights...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's transforming innovative concepts into cutting-edge semiconductor packaging solutions, driving technical excellence, and enhancing customer partnerships through hands-on project deve...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team to execute technical support and oversight for the Gateway Hudson Tunnel Project, enhancing regional mobility and environmental sustainability through innovative engineering soluti...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$200K - $330K *

Join a team that's engineering innovative systems and tools to enhance machine learning models for protein design, driving research efficiency and scalability with high ownership in a fast-paced envir...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to enhancing plant reliability and efficiency by managing maintenance planning, conducting failure analysis, and coordinating outage projects to improve productivity and safety across opera...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $215K *

Empower innovation in software engineering by leading a skilled team to design and maintain uplink systems for NASA's Deep Space Network, ensuring high-reliability signal processing and interface effi...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $121K *

Pioneer cutting-edge engineering projects to enhance manufacturing efficiency. Drive innovative solutions from concept through execution, ensuring compliance and collaboration across departments to op...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$82K - $110K *

Build your career by supporting automation and digitalization in production. Engage in equipment analysis, maintenance strategies, and enhance operational stability while collaborating across teams to...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $137K *

Champion high-impact engineering projects, driving design and execution in cutting-edge manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams for operational excellence in multi-million dollar initia...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing electronic component solutions for NASA's groundbreaking projects. Collaborate with engineers, evaluate EEE parts, and ensure excellence in space flight applications throu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion the integration of Hivemind autonomy into diverse operational platforms, tackling complex challenges while ensuring seamless software and hardware collaboration throughout the deployment life...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring compliance through validation, supporting installation and qualification of systems in regulated environments while enhancing customer satisfaction and maintai...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$196K - $240K *

Champion the development of a high-performing electrical engineering team, owning the design and delivery of critical electrical infrastructure for advanced nuclear facilities, ensuring safety, reliab...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Champion the design and integration of complex medical device systems, ensuring compliance and safety throughout their lifecycle while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.