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 *

Develop high-performance semiconductor assembly equipment by designing, testing, and documenting mechanical subsystems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance existing products and support...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading capital projects, managing schedules, budgets, and resources. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and successful project delivery in a dynamic engineerin...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $120K *

Transform customer experiences by serving as a technical expert, providing product training, and supporting new launches. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive product adoption and ensure compliance...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform team performance and drive excellence in engineering operations while ensuring quality standards are met. This leadership role emphasizes mentorship, strategic resource management, and clien...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a high-performing team, ensuring operational efficiency and technical excellence, while fostering growth, collaboration, and innovative solutions across...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading a team of engineers and driving operational efficiency while fostering professional growth. You'll play a key role in delivering innovative building design solutions for...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$103K - $155K *

Transform manufacturing processes by owning design, execution, and quality in precision navigation instrument assembly. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and ensure complia...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $155K *

Lead the design and execution of manufacturing processes for precision navigation instruments, ensuring efficiency and quality in a cleanroom environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $155K *

Advance precision navigation instrument assembly in a dynamic Aerospace and Defense environment. Drive process design, execution, and product compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Manage and oversee complex structural engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. Lead teams, foster client relationships, and drive business development efforts...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $200K *

Innovate by designing and building cutting-edge electronic systems, applying scientific methods to solve engineering challenges, and mentoring fellow engineers while owning system-level architecture...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of rail engineering, contributing to all project phases from planning to operations. Leverage your expertise to lead design efforts and ensure compliance with i...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful rail engineering projects from planning to execution, ensuring compliance with design standards and fostering collaboration across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions that enha...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of rail engineering by leading projects from design to inspection. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with standards while driving innovation and efficiency...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading rail engineering projects from design to execution. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with standards while driving innovation and efficiency thr...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your rail engineering career by partnering with us on diverse projects. Contribute throughout the project lifecycle, from planning to operations, while collaborating with industry leaders to e...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovative building designs by leading mechanical engineering teams. Drive the design of HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems across diverse sectors, ensuring high-quality deliverables...

1 month ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of innovative medical components, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while managing projects from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the design and development of advanced medical devices, managing projects from conception to production while ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $175K *

Empower your career by leading advanced electrical engineering designs for energy and infrastructure projects. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative, code-compliant solutions that enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $175K *

Innovate electrical engineering solutions for energy and infrastructure projects, leading design and coordination efforts. Ensure compliance and efficiency while tackling complex challenges in healthc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $158K *

Champion innovative electrical designs for energy and infrastructure projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams, tackle complex challenges, and ensure compliance while enhancing performance and efficiency...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $158K *

Unlock potential by analyzing product capabilities and designing solutions that meet customer needs. Collaborate with teams to investigate technical performance and stay updated on advancements in har...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovative solutions by leading Electro-Optical systems engineering for space environments. Collaborate with technical teams, manage requirements, and ensure successful product lifecycle integra...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge software for advanced RV electronics. Collaborate across functions to enhance vehicle performance and reliability, driving innovation in power systems, prop...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.