Research Engineer Jobs

Research engineers turn scientific ideas into practical systems, tools, and products. They combine engineering expertise with research methods to design experiments, build prototypes, analyze results, and help teams move discoveries toward real-world applications. Explore vetted Research Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Research Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but often include developing research software or hardware, creating and testing prototypes, designing experiments, processing data, documenting findings, and collaborating with scientists, product teams, and other engineers. In fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, materials science, and biotechnology, research engineers may also build infrastructure that enables teams to train models, run simulations, or evaluate new technologies.

Research Engineer Skills and Qualifications

Employers typically seek strong engineering fundamentals, analytical thinking, and experience applying technical methods to open-ended problems. Relevant skills may include programming, statistical analysis, machine learning, simulation, experimental design, prototyping, and technical communication. Requirements depend on the specialty; some roles favor a bachelor’s or master’s degree and industry experience, while others may prefer a doctorate or a background in academic or laboratory research.

Where Research Engineers Work

Research engineers work in technology companies, research and development organizations, universities, laboratories, healthcare and biotech firms, and advanced manufacturing. Roles may focus on software, AI, robotics, electrical or mechanical systems, or other specialized areas. Team structures and day-to-day work can differ, so review each job description for its research focus, required expertise, and collaboration model.

Find Research Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Research Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details to find opportunities that fit your technical background and career goals.

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$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$94K - $140K *

Elevate manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and improving energetics processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative cooling solutions through hands-on design, testing, and validation of refrigeration products while collaborating closely with manufacturing teams to ensure suc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career as you design, prototype, and deploy innovative electronics, solving challenges across PCB design and system integration, advancing hardware products from concept to production with...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$101K - $152K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative electrical systems for energy and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver efficient, code-compliant solutions...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge AI/RL infrastructure to enhance large-scale ML systems, collaborating with expert teams to drive innovation in autonomous driving and robotics for next-gener...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join us to design and optimize distributed training systems across thousands of GPUs, enhancing model performance and scalability for innovative research while focusing on stability and resource effic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining the AI landscape in banking by architecting and building cutting-edge systems. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping a profitable domain, influencing outcomes, and ensuri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

Drive innovative research and testing projects in advanced materials and dynamic events. Collaborate with clients, manage tasks, and leverage technical expertise to develop solutions that meet project...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in deploying innovative robotic systems, managing projects from start to finish with a focus on precision and team collaboration in fast-paced field environments, ensuring successful e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in space intelligence by developing software solutions for object visualization and data exploitation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to transform research into scalable capabilities...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join our innovative Research team to develop scalable models for speech technologies. Collaborate with experts to prototype ideas and optimize systems for efficient data management and ML workflows, a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $136K *

Innovate in a dynamic role that spans the full engineering lifecycle, optimally integrating hardware/software systems and solving complex challenges with a talented, cross-disciplinary team...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $152K *

Empower progress at energy and infrastructure projects by applying engineering principles to design and analyze electrical systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency across multidisciplinary teams an...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of aviation technology by driving innovative cloud solutions that enhance FAA operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in the aviation sector while collaborating with diverse te...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform user experiences by prototyping AI-powered products, collaborating with engineers, and iterating based on real user feedback to create seamless interfaces and workflows that enhance producti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $163K *

Transform complex engineering challenges into innovative solutions for superconducting magnets in medical devices. Leverage your expertise to enhance product performance, ensure compliance, and drive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Drive the evaluation strategy for production models, ensuring accurate assessments of model quality. Collaborate with research teams, optimize measurement processes, and monitor live training runs to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Lead the evaluation strategy for production models, ensuring accurate assessments of model quality. Collaborate with research teams, optimize measurement processes, and monitor live training runs to e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to innovation as you develop custom mechanical systems, perform simulations, and support design processes, ensuring top-tier performance from concept to assembly, with occ...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $226K *

Drive innovation as a Mechanical & Robotics Engineer developing cutting-edge assistive technologies. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design robotic systems, ensuring functionality and saf...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $226K *

Drive the design and integration of advanced robotic arm hardware, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance usability and safety, while ensuring project goals are met from concept to production. In...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $154K *

Lead the charge in high-quality process design for complex industrial projects, collaborating across disciplines to ensure effective delivery from concept to detail, while driving execution in a dynam...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$192K - $356K *

Champion innovative solutions in ASIC design by applying LLMs and agentic systems. Collaborate effectively to enhance engineering productivity and accelerate progress, pushing boundaries from research...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Research Engineer?question toggle

    A Research Engineer applies engineering methods to investigate technical questions and develop tools, prototypes, or systems that advance research or translate discoveries into practical applications.

  • What qualifications do Research Engineer jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary by specialty. Employers commonly look for an engineering or related technical degree, relevant programming or laboratory experience, analytical skills, and the ability to communicate research results. Some positions require advanced degrees or specialized expertise.

  • What industries hire Research Engineers?question toggle

    Research Engineers are hired across technology, AI, robotics, biotechnology, healthcare, manufacturing, academia, and research laboratories, among other sectors.

  • How much do Research Engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on location, experience, specialization, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and job listings may provide role-specific compensation information.

  • How can I find Research Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Research Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting’s salary information, responsibilities, and qualifications to identify roles that match your experience and goals.