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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$88K - $105K *

Contribute to the successful execution of design-build projects in Life Sciences, overseeing all phases from design to closeout while mentoring junior staff and ensuring quality and timely delivery...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Advance your career by supporting design-build projects from start to finish. Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely execution and quality oversight, while mentoring junior staff and managing...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance our electrical engineering practice by leading complex projects, mentoring engineers, and enhancing capabilities across various sectors. Drive innovation and quality while fostering client rel...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead complex projects, mentor teams, and enhance our electrical capabilities across various sectors, ensuring compliance and quality in design and delivery whil...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Bring your expertise to lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering innovative electrical engineering solutions. Shape client relationships, mentor future engineers, and influence office culture while...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of project financial management by collaborating with teams to oversee budgets, costs, and forecasts, ensuring accuracy and quality control throughout the project lifecycle...

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

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of project financial strategy as you manage budgets, costs, and change orders. Collaborate with project management and accounting teams to enhance cost controls and ensure quality repor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$149K - $172K *

Lead the design and implementation of complex mechanical systems for industrial projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and codes while coordinating with clients and stakeholders throughou...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Drive innovative structural design for high-voltage substations, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and efficiency. Leverage your expertise to impact energy and utility pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K *

Optimize and enhance global trading systems by leading technical design, planning, and implementation. Drive automation and performance improvements in a dynamic environment, ensuring high availabilit...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Innovate by leading instrumentation and control systems engineering for complex EPC projects in LNG and energy sectors. Drive technical excellence, manage project deliverables, and mentor junior engin...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$86K - $127K *

Transform marine infrastructure projects by leveraging your expertise in civil engineering and structural design. Collaborate with teams and clients while mentoring junior staff to drive successful pr...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Explore opportunities to manage technical aspects of the AEGIS Weapon System. Lead a team, track technical debt, and produce insightful metrics and reports to enhance mission success within a dynamic...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $205K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering for utility-scale solar and battery projects. Collaborate with developers and investors in a dynamic consulting environment, driving innovation in re...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer solutions through technical expertise and innovative problem-solving. Collaborate closely with clients to deliver high-quality services and ensure op...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading plumbing engineering design for diverse projects. Collaborate closely with architects, engineers, and contractors, while ensuring compliance with standards and budget go...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$227K - $338K *

Architect the future of AI-driven solutions by leading the technical vision for a cutting-edge platform. Drive innovation, mentor engineers, and solve complex challenges across teams to deliver scalab...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage as the technical expert in electrical power infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient operation of high-, medium-, and low-voltage systems. Lead planning, compliance, and maintenance strategi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $135K *

Lead the charge in strategic engineering projects, driving productivity and operational excellence while managing capital investments and cross-functional collaboration to achieve business goals and e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading strategic engineering projects that enhance productivity and operational excellence. Collaborate across functions to drive capital investments and ensure project succe...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead strategic engineering projects from concept to execution, ensuring alignment with business goals and operational priorities while managing capital investments and driving continuous improvement a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading engineering projects, ensuring quality outcomes, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions while managing scope, budget, and schedul...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $170K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by developing high-performance APIs and services. Join a dynamic team to optimize backend systems that enhance data-driven decision-making for life insurance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to design innovative electrical solutions for energy-efficient buildings, ensuring client satisfaction and project success while leading a collaborative team in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful product launches by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring quality standards are met. Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain to achiev...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.