Senior Engineer Jobs

Explore Senior Engineer jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Senior engineers bring deep technical expertise to complex projects, guide implementation, and help teams build reliable, scalable products and systems.

What Senior Engineers Do

Senior engineers design and deliver technical solutions, review code or engineering work, troubleshoot challenging issues, and make decisions that support performance, security, and maintainability. Depending on the field, they may specialize in software development, cloud infrastructure, systems engineering, hardware, or other disciplines. Many roles also involve mentoring colleagues and collaborating across product, design, operations, and business teams.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Requirements vary by specialty, but employers commonly look for substantial hands-on experience, strong problem-solving skills, and proficiency with relevant tools, technologies, and engineering practices. Clear communication, sound technical judgment, and the ability to lead projects or influence without formal authority can also be important. Highlight measurable results, such as improving system reliability, speeding delivery, or reducing costs, when presenting your experience.

Find Senior Engineer Roles on Ladders

Browse senior engineering opportunities and use Ladders to focus your search on vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, industries, and responsibilities to find openings that match your expertise, leadership strengths, and career goals.

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$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading electrical design projects for Federal and Government sectors. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality deliverables, mentor staff, and apply industry standards while ma...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of product development by leading injection molding projects, collaborating with customers and suppliers to ensure manufacturability and successful production launches while optimizin...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance Air Force weapon system software development by leveraging your expertise in Agile environments. Collaborate with teams to analyze documentation, code, and processes, ensuring high-quality sol...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $165K *

Unlock your potential as you support the Air Force's modernization efforts through software engineering, collaborating across teams to enhance system performance and mission effectiveness in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $180K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure by leading a high-performing team, driving strategic growth, and ensuring technical excellence in complex projects. Your leadership will foster innovation and...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's making a difference by leading geotechnical projects of various scales. Collaborate with diverse professionals, mentor junior engineers, and innovate within a dynamic environment to...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Join a collaborative team to lead geotechnical projects, mentor junior engineers, and manage project administration. Enhance your technical expertise while making a significant impact on diverse commu...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize product development as a Senior Project Engineer, driving innovation from concept to market. Collaborate closely with surgeons and teams, ensuring high-quality outcomes, compliance with regul...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $135K *

Drive complex mechanical engineering projects, providing technical leadership and mentoring within a multidisciplinary team, while ensuring high-quality designs meet client expectations and engineerin...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $165K *

Champion the successful delivery of large-scale building projects, leading a team of engineers while enhancing design processes and ensuring quality outcomes from concept through construction...

3 weeks ago

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

$124K - $159K *

Accelerate your career by leading mechanical engineering design projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and driving innovation in mechanical systems. Utilize your expertise to ensure pro...

Sudbury, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's leading the planning and design of distribution projects, providing technical expertise and project oversight to enhance grid modernization and client relationships across Canada...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $150K *

Champion innovative roadway design solutions, leading complex transportation projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality, compliance, and successf...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Innovate electrical systems for mission-critical facilities, ensuring reliability and efficiency. Lead design processes, collaborate with teams, and mentor junior engineers while staying ahead of indu...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $106K *

Contribute to innovative mechanical system solutions in nuclear power, ensuring regulatory compliance and system reliability. Lead engineering evaluations, guide junior staff, and support plant operat...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $176K *

Lead the charge in transforming aerospace and automotive manufacturing through advanced Additive Manufacturing. Drive equipment reliability and optimize production processes while mentoring teams and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $176K *

Explore your potential as you drive the transition of advanced Additive Manufacturing equipment into high-volume production. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, troubleshoot issues, and est...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $176K *

Contribute to innovative breaker development by leading engineering execution, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring project alignment with quality and compliance standards from concept to...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $176K *

Transform the future of power distribution by leading engineering initiatives for circuit breakers. Drive project execution, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure quality deliverables from con...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in structural engineering projects, mentoring teams and driving innovative design solutions across diverse materials and markets, ensuring high-quality outcomes from concept through co...

6 days ago

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

$88K - $122K *

Optimize controls engineering projects from design through commissioning, delivering automation solutions across multiple locations. Collaborate with engineers and plant teams to enhance manufacturing...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative electrical engineering projects across various sectors. As a key player, you will manage design and delivery for healthcare, education, and more, shaping the...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $114K *

Empower innovation by leading product validation efforts in energy solutions. Collaborate with engineers to enhance testing methods, improve processes, and ensure high-quality product delivery while d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Develop and lead municipal infrastructure projects, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while fostering client relationships and driving business...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$119K - $222K *

Lead complex engineering projects by applying advanced techniques and mentoring teams. Drive quality service delivery and enhance competitiveness through effective project management and technical exp...

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Engineer do?question toggle

    A Senior Engineer applies advanced technical expertise to design, build, improve, and maintain products or systems. The role may also include reviewing work, solving complex problems, mentoring teammates, and guiding technical decisions.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Senior Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the engineering specialty. Employers often seek several years of relevant experience, strong technical skills, a record of delivering projects, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively.

  • Do Senior Engineer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Many senior engineering roles offer salaries of $100,000 or more, though compensation varies by specialty, location, employer, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs at this salary level.

  • How can I stand out when applying for Senior Engineer positions?question toggle

    Tailor your resume to the role, emphasize relevant technologies and accomplishments, and quantify your impact where possible. Examples include improving reliability, increasing performance, reducing costs, or delivering projects successfully.