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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$96K - $106K *

Join our team to design and optimize mechanical structures that drive advanced enrichment technology! Collaborate with a cross-functional team to transform concepts into reality through the full engin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by driving innovations in instrumentation and controls engineering for nuclear power projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions that enhance safe...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Support mission-critical Army Fires programs by providing engineering expertise across development, production, and sustainment phases. Collaborate with government and contractor teams to ensure succe...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $119K *

Transform structural engineering projects by delivering innovative designs and ensuring robust quality control. Collaborate with diverse teams to meet safety standards while mentoring junior engineers...

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4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Inspire operational excellence by leading engineering teams in a GMP environment, ensuring compliance and efficiency in daily activities, while fostering collaboration across multiple functions for sa...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you design, develop, and support software for autonomous aircraft systems, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to drive reliability and scalability of oper...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to cutting-edge electrical engineering, applying your skills to design, develop, and test innovative RF hardware solutions. Contribute meaningfully to complex projects wit...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$93K - $122K *

Empower engineering solutions that enhance inertial navigation systems for aerospace and defense. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate customer needs into functional requirements, verifying int...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $122K *

Empower the development of advanced navigation systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to define and analyze system requirements, ensuring quality and performance across various aerospace and defe...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering projects, developing plans, and coordinating teams to enhance product development, ensure compliance, and manage budgets. Drive project success through expert g...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $148K *

Advance your career by designing UAS subsystems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate, prototype, and validate mission-critical electrical systems from conception to production...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $155K *

Lead the charge in optimizing welding processes and manufacturing methods to enhance production quality and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions and ensu...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects, designing subsystems, and ensuring compliance with market specifications while collaborating across disciplines to deliver innovative solution...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $99K *

Join a team that supports innovative structural engineering projects for nuclear facilities. Collaborate with experts, apply cutting-edge practices, and enhance your career in a hybrid work environmen...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$69K - $99K *

Explore a dynamic engineering role focused on structural design for nuclear facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to apply your skills in analysis and construction coordination, while u...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $99K *

Transform the future of energy by applying your structural engineering expertise in diverse projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to design nuclear facilities and enhance plant capabili...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $99K *

Shape the future of energy as a Structural Engineer, collaborating in a dynamic team environment to design and analyze nuclear facilities. Utilize advanced tools and methodologies to bring innovative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career as you shape the in-orbit performance of an innovative space vehicle through advanced GNC development, modeling, and flight software testing. Collaborate with a dynamic team to del...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Engage in complex mechanical engineering projects, overseeing design and execution while developing teams and driving business development within utility generation systems...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's engineering and automating enterprise endpoint management systems while providing expert support for Microsoft 365 services, ensuring secure, efficient technology solutions across t...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $144K *

Unlock advanced technical problem-solving insights to enhance nuclear plant operations. Bring your expertise in engineering analysis, along with proactive problem resolution, to ensure compliance with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative design solutions by supporting existing product lines while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and ensure customer satisfaction in a dynamic R&D envir...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $180K *

Champion the engineering development of process equipment and systems for advanced fuel recycling. Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to deliver integrated, construction-ready designs while ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $180K *

Transform the future of clean energy by leading engineering development of advanced process equipment and systems. Engage across disciplines to innovate and bring first-of-a-kind technology to life, f...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $110K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions as you lead technical excellence and quality assurance for complex projects that impact communities across commercial, healthcare, and educational sectors, dr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.