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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$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by providing expert engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Collaborate on field investigations, design specifications, and client relations to ensure complian...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing engineering and consulting services across diverse projects. Employ sound engineering principles to solve complex issues while managing project phases, proposals, and team...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Transform your career by providing expert geotechnical engineering solutions, managing project phases, and leading investigations while delivering high-quality reports for a diverse range of clients a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $220K *

Advance your engineering career by building and optimizing data systems across machine learning, geometry, and tooling. Collaborate closely with a skilled team to tackle complex challenges and develop...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$183K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading data analysis for innovative ultrasound studies. Collaborate with a dynamic experimental team from design to interpretation, driving insights through advanced statistical m...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Deliver cutting-edge engineering solutions by leading high-voltage transmission and distribution projects, ensuring reliable power system operations for AI training campuses while managing compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$121K - $231K *

Research and develop innovative AI/ML solutions, addressing complex challenges through collaboration and advanced techniques in software engineering, ensuring impactful results for sponsors and intern...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $174K *

Join a team that's transforming national security by developing cutting-edge software solutions. Leverage AI tools and collaborate with engineers and scientists to enhance decision-making and system p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $174K *

Engage in innovative software development to enhance decision-making and automation in national security. Collaborate with engineers and scientists to integrate sensors, data sources, and analytical m...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $231K *

Join a dynamic team to conduct pioneering AI/ML research, develop advanced software solutions, and transform innovative concepts into impactful applications across various challenging projects...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing electrical infrastructure reliability, safety, and performance for large-scale industrial operations, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative engineering so...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating mechanical designs for commercial and institutional buildings. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure compliance and lead the charge on project documentati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of power generation by joining a dynamic team to design and oversee mechanical engineering projects across various sectors, leveraging your expertise to enhance system efficiency and...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of mechanical engineering by leading design teams, ensuring code compliance, and delivering innovative solutions for commercial and institutional projects while fostering collaboratio...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform fluid systems design for groundbreaking fusion energy projects, tackling multidisciplinary engineering challenges and driving innovation in a collaborative team environment to deploy clean e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $115K *

Empower client projects by developing electrical designs, including distribution systems and load studies, while gaining hands-on experience and mentorship. Collaborate with senior engineers and engag...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $115K *

Drive innovation by gathering and analyzing technical data to create electrical designs. Collaborate closely with senior engineers while managing diverse projects in power distribution, ensuring pract...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional user experiences that redefine developer interactions with AI agents. Collaborate across teams to rapidly build, test, and refine innovative solutions in a fa...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in building intuitive and high-quality developer experiences across our IDE, web, and CLI products, with ownership from inception to user feedback, while solving complex engineering ch...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $158K *

Champion innovation by supporting hardware integration and mechanical design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge solutions that exceed technical and quality standards in a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock innovation in autonomous workflows at a cutting-edge research lab, leading advanced material synthesis to develop game-changing high-temperature alloys. Collaborate with AI/ML teams to enhance...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$231K - $405K *

Empower enterprise AI development by leading innovative research that enhances agent learning, responsiveness, and systems integration through strategic experimentation and collaboration across multip...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Build and lead a high-performing Mechanical Engineering team to enhance design processes, ensure timely delivery, and foster innovation in aircraft engineering solutions while collaborating across dep...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $166K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to oversee project planning, mentor engineers, and optimize design processes, ensuring timely and high-quality aircraft deliveries while fostering collaboration and inn...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Lead the Engineering team to ensure successful design execution while mentoring and developing staff, solving technical challenges, and enhancing processes for on-time, within-budget project delivery...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.