Senior R&D Engineer Jobs

Explore senior research and development engineering opportunities where you can turn technical insight into products, processes, and technologies. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced engineers find roles that match their expertise and career goals.

What Does a Senior R&D Engineer Do?

Senior R&D engineers lead or contribute to the research, design, testing, and refinement of new products and technologies. They may define experiments, build prototypes, analyze results, solve complex engineering challenges, and collaborate with product, manufacturing, and business teams to move ideas toward practical applications.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a bachelor’s or advanced degree in an engineering discipline, along with substantial experience in research, product development, or a related field. Relevant strengths may include technical design, prototyping, data analysis, experimental methods, project leadership, and clear communication. Specific requirements vary by industry and role.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Senior R&D engineers work across industries such as software, electronics, medical devices, energy, aerospace, automotive, and advanced manufacturing. Job titles and responsibilities vary, with opportunities to specialize in areas such as materials, hardware, systems, process development, or product innovation.

Find Senior R&D Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted senior R&D engineering roles on Ladders and discover opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare positions by industry, location, and responsibilities to identify a role that fits your experience and next career move.

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$68K - $131K *

Transform procurement strategies by managing the lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and driving cost-effective initiatives while collaborating with teams and suppliers to meet organizational goals in a r...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$209K - $273K *

Grow your career with a technical leadership role tackling complex challenges while mentoring others and collaborating on impactful projects across multiple engineering teams, elevating standards and...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $173K *

Reimagine thermal management system design for data centers and semiconductors, leveraging expertise in HVAC systems. Collaborate to enhance engineering solutions, analyze complex issues, and drive in...

Davidson, NCRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

Lead transformative initiatives by optimizing manufacturing processes, enhancing efficiency, and delivering expert on-site training to elevate operations in high-stakes environments. Travel extensivel...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $209K *

Join a dynamic IT team as you safeguard cloud infrastructure, enhance security measures, and lead incident response efforts. Your expertise will drive continuous improvement and ensure robust protecti...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Empower global business practices by leading diverse project teams in innovative industries. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success through effective management and integration of cut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $140K *

Join us in transforming digital services for Veterans. As a Senior Designer, you'll lead user experience initiatives, conduct research, and shape information architecture for a large digital portal, e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$224K - $431K *

Engineer cutting-edge performance models for coding tasks, enhancing large language models through empirical analysis and optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate insights in...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $222K *

Lead a structural engineering team, guiding projects for nuclear facilities. Utilize your expertise in design and analysis while collaborating with clients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver innov...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $170K *

Partner with us to design and build high-performance data solutions, translating complex logic into scalable models and pipelines. Collaborate across teams to improve data quality and adopt innovative...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive advanced support for traffic signal controller systems, ensuring reliable performance through troubleshooting and integration. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and enhance operational ef...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$165K - $193K *

Drive the future of rail engineering by managing complex rolling stock projects. Leverage your expertise in vehicle design and modifications to ensure quality and compliance while mentoring teams and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping a new Technical Program Management team, guiding TPMs to deliver impactful results while fostering collaboration across Engineering and Product. Drive strategic planning and...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Join our team to lead quality engineering transformations across multiple platform portfolios, championing automation and innovation while developing exceptional engineering talent to elevate quality...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $286K *

Engineer advanced RF power amplifier platforms for cellular and WiFi applications. Lead R&D efforts, develop novel architectures, and collaborate across teams to drive high-performance solutions for n...

Arlington Heights, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining B2B product design by optimizing user experiences across diverse workflows, integrating AI-powered features, and creating impactful solutions for multiple user types. You...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $152K *

Unlock your potential by designing high-voltage transmission lines, leading project teams, and collaborating with clients. Utilize your engineering expertise to drive innovative solutions and mentor j...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$198K - $233K *

Empower a team of engineers by architecting a robust AI-driven development pipeline, enhancing workflows across mobile and backend systems, and ensuring reliable, efficient software delivery for milli...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $155K *

Join our dynamic team as a Senior Solutions Engineer, where you'll leverage your technical expertise to drive pre-sales activities, engage with clients, and deliver tailored solutions that enhance bus...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $230K *

Champion seamless loan management and customer relations as you lead initiatives that optimize collections and enhance user experience. Contribute to automation and process improvements to empower our...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing critical technical programs, enhancing research infrastructure while ensuring impactful collaboration across teams. Empower researchers to translate their wor...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $150K *

Pioneer your career by leading nuclear engineering initiatives, ensuring safety and compliance across multidisciplinary teams. Leverage your expertise in Small Modular Reactor designs and criticality...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $350K *

Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge reinforcement learning algorithms and frameworks. Collaborate on scaling research and training systems, focusing on your strengths to enhance AI capabilitie...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $193K *

Lead a team to develop metrics and analysis tools that enhance decision-making for autonomous driving software. Engage in hands-on data analysis, manage workflows, and drive insights to improve system...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $214K *

Empower cross-functional teams to deliver complex technical programs, ensuring alignment with business goals. Lead planning, execution, and stakeholder communication while fostering a collaborative en...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior R&D Engineer do?question toggle

    A Senior R&D Engineer researches, designs, tests, and improves products, processes, or technologies. Responsibilities may include planning experiments, developing prototypes, analyzing results, solving technical problems, and working with cross-functional teams.

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

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for an engineering degree, substantial relevant experience, and skills in areas such as design, testing, prototyping, data analysis, and project leadership. Some positions require specialized industry or technical expertise.

  • Which industries hire Senior R&D Engineers?question toggle

    Senior R&D Engineers are hired in industries including software, electronics, medical devices, energy, aerospace, automotive, and advanced manufacturing.

  • How much do Senior R&D Engineer jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, specialization, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Senior R&D Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Senior R&D Engineer listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.