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.
$75K - $95K *
Unlock potential by leading land development projects from feasibility to closeout. Collaborate with municipalities, shape designs, and mentor emerging engineers in this dynamic role that emphasizes i...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Contribute to innovative firmware development for advanced in-line hardware, turning user needs into actionable product features while collaborating with cross-functional teams and ensuring high-quali...
2 days ago
$95K - $120K *
Drive innovative solutions in Electrical Engineering, supporting legacy and new aerospace products while solving complex challenges with a collaborative and analytical mindset. Engage cross-functional...
1 week ago
Project Engineer - Electric Distribution
$80K - $95K *
Grow your career with technical ownership of electric distribution projects, offering hands-on engineering and project management skills, while fostering client coordination, team collaboration, and e...
6 days ago
Project Engineer - Electric Distribution
$85K - $130K *
Unlock potential by designing underground electrical distribution systems while ensuring adherence to client specifications. Collaborate with teams and lead technical reviews to guide projects from co...
1 week ago
Project Engineer - Electric Distribution
$85K - $130K *
Engage in designing underground electrical distribution lines while ensuring compliance with specifications. Guide teams in detailed technical designs, conduct quality control, and communicate design...
1 week ago
Project Engineer - Electric Distribution
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in electric distribution projects! Take ownership of technical engineering tasks, gain project management skills, and collaborate with experienced professionals t...
6 days ago
Chemical / Materials Engineer - Space Solar
$95K - $115K *
Elevate space solar power technologies by collaborating with senior chemists to optimize materials and processes, ensuring the development of high-performance solar cells for the evolving space econom...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $157K *
Elevate innovation through the design and development of medical devices by leveraging multidisciplinary engineering skills. Engage in prototyping, testing, and regulatory compliance to ensure product...
2 weeks ago
$105K - $140K *
Lead the design and development of building mechanical systems, ensuring innovative and effective technical solutions while adhering to codes, budgets, and aesthetic standards across all project phase...
2 weeks ago
Reliability Engineer, Pulp & Recovery
$80K - $95K *
Engage in optimizing mechanical systems to enhance safety and reliability within our manufacturing operations. Collaborate effectively across teams, lead capital projects, and ensure compliance with s...
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Principal ML - GenAI Engineer - Speech / Voice AI
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of AI in healthcare by designing robust, scalable ML infrastructure, guiding engineering teams in product innovation, and establishing technical standards while mentoring future leade...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive innovative solutions by managing diverse structural design projects, primarily focusing on cold-formed steel for non-bearing systems, ensuring adherence to engineering codes and excellence in cl...
2 weeks ago
Manager - Electrical Engineering
$110K - $130K *
The Electrical Engineering Manager will lead the engineering team in the Dearborn office, combining technical expertise with leadership responsibilities. This role involves overseeing project executio...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Collaborate to apply engineering principles and methodologies throughout avionics and aircraft system development for U.S. Army aviation programs, ensuring robust requirements and technical integrity...
2 weeks ago
$99K - $149K *
Optimize quality assurance processes by driving compliance and improvement initiatives through monitoring, documentation, and collaboration across teams to meet industry standards and customer expecta...
3 weeks ago
Process Engineer (Water/Wastewater)
$87K - $108K *
Transform municipal infrastructure by designing innovative water/wastewater solutions. Partner with clients and agencies to ensure project success while managing budgets and timelines. Join a dynamic...
2 weeks ago
Process Engineer (Water/Wastewater)
$87K - $108K *
Transform municipal servicing projects by designing innovative water/wastewater solutions. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders, ensuring project success through effective management and regulato...
2 weeks ago
Reliability Engineer, Process Analyzer
$110K - $130K *
Transform analyzer reliability by providing technical leadership and support for process analyzer systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, compliance, and performance throug...
1 week ago
$97K - $144K *
Develop innovative solutions at the intersection of engineering and quality. Engage with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability through data analytics and quality assessments, ensuring...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Instrumentation & Controls Engineer
$88K - $105K *
Help us optimize control systems while leading a talented engineering team. You will design and implement complex instrumentation and controls projects, ensuring effective communication and cohesive c...
2 weeks ago
$159K - $183K *
Optimize operational functions by collaborating with teams to streamline processes, manage vendor relationships, and tackle unique challenges while supporting the CEO. Drive growth by owning recruitme...
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Principal Engineering Services Engineer
$156K - $281K *
Support our commitment to excellence by leading Process Engineering initiatives, improving manufacturing processes, and mentoring engineers to ensure high quality, efficiency, and productivity across...
1 week ago
Principal Engineering Services Engineer
$156K - $281K *
Optimize manufacturing processes by leading technical solutions, training engineers, and improving production yield, quality, and cost efficiency. Engage in the full spectrum of engineering activities...
1 week ago
Principal Engineering Services Engineer
$156K - $281K *
Transform manufacturing processes by providing advanced engineering solutions, driving improvements, and ensuring product readiness for stable production while mentoring teams to enhance their technic...
1 week ago
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.