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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$120K - $145K *

Champion complex mechanical projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while leading multidisciplinary teams. Drive process improvements and maintain strong client relationships in a collab...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform complex systems through design, development, and support. Lead innovative projects while ensuring high availability and scalability. Collaborate to enhance technology solutions in a dynamic...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Innovate complex engineering drawings and 3D models while guiding a CAD team. Ensure accuracy in technical data packages and resolve drafting challenges within Government-approved design frameworks. D...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $224K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex software systems, optimizing performance, and guiding development teams. Collaborate with cross-discipline engineers to ensure quality and integra...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $224K *

Transform complex software systems by leading design and implementation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality solutions while optimizing performance and adhering to r...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in shaping mechanical design standards for diverse building projects. As a senior authority, mentor engineers, ensure compliance, and drive innovation in heating, cooling, and plumbing...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive multidisciplinary design coordination and governance for Facilities in the High-Speed Rail programme, ensuring alignment with operational, regulatory, and performance targets while leading a tea...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Innovate as a Senior Electrical Engineer, leading design projects and translating requirements into efficient architectures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product reliability and m...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Innovate landscape solutions by leading projects through all design phases, training junior designers, and collaborating with clients and stakeholders to shape sustainable environments that enhance co...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$186K - $210K *

Drive the development of innovative software solutions for predictive maintenance, focusing on battery health monitoring. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate customer needs into techn...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative architectural solutions and mentorship. As a Senior Engineer/Architect, you'll lead projects, oversee staff, and engage with clients while shaping the future...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Help us shape the future of software engineering by leading complex projects, ensuring system reliability, and mentoring engineers. Drive innovation through AI tools while maintaining high standards f...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $155K *

Take ownership of design and layout projects, ensuring quality and compliance while leading teams in delivering advanced technical solutions that enhance competitiveness in the global marketplace...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion client success by leading complex commercial real estate projects, managing multi-site portfolios, and providing senior technical expertise to multidisciplinary teams, ensuring effective deli...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $180K *

Elevate your career by owning the lifecycle of advanced electronics systems. Drive design improvements, conduct investigations, and enhance performance across RF, power, and high-speed digital electro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of healthcare analytics by leading and mentoring a dynamic team of software engineers. Drive innovative solutions while ensuring scalable design and performance in a fast-paced enviro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $250K *

Drive innovative software solutions by leading and mentoring teams of engineers. Collaborate with stakeholders to align development with business goals while ensuring scalable, high-quality applicatio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$198K *

Lead the charge in managing unconventional capital projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive project success from planning through execution and...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Inspire innovation as you lead the design of cutting-edge automation solutions, collaborating with diverse teams to drive project success and enhance operational efficiency while mentoring fellow engi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead advanced project coordination and technical support for construction projects, ensuring successful delivery from preconstruction to closeout while fostering a collabora...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by providing advanced project coordination and technical support for construction projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project delivery, adhering to safety...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Project Engineer, driving project success through advanced coordination, technical support, and leadership. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure timely, budget-fr...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality construction projects. As a Senior Project Engineer, you'll coordinate project execution, manage documentation, and collaborate with stakeholder...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering electrical systems for diverse building projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality engineering solutions while enhancing lo...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and deliver innovative electrical systems for diverse building projects, ensuring high-quality solutions and client satisfaction while supporting loc...

Bowmanville, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.