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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$110K - $160K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on low-carbon solutions. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative processes for hydrogen and LNG, driving impactful projects in a fast-paced...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $160K *

Lead a dynamic team of process engineers to deliver innovative low-carbon solutions, focusing on hydrogen production and LNG processes. Drive technical due diligence and process modeling to support cl...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $160K *

Optimize low-carbon energy solutions by collaborating with engineers to develop innovative processes for hydrogen and LNG production, ensuring technical excellence and supporting clients in their ener...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $160K *

Drive innovation in low-carbon solutions as a Senior Process Engineer, collaborating with a dynamic team to optimize energy transition processes and deliver impactful results for clients in a fast-pac...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy infrastructure. Provide engineering expertise for pipeline and facility projects, collaborating with seasoned professionals in a dynamic environment foc...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$144K - $176K *

Lead the charge in designing and engineering MV/LV electrical systems for advanced nuclear facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure power system integrity, supporting production...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $170K *

Lead innovative structural engineering projects in the energy sector, providing expert design and analysis for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver high-quality s...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to provide engineering support for midstream oil and gas projects. Leverage your design expertise in pipeline and facility projects while collaborating with industry leaders to dri...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Shape the future of structural engineering by providing expert design support for pipeline and facility projects in the energy sector, collaborating with a skilled team to deliver innovative solutions...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Elevate your career by providing engineering support for diverse energy projects. Collaborate with a skilled team to design and analyze structures in the midstream oil and gas sector, ensuring innovat...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Pioneer innovative structural engineering solutions for midstream oil and gas projects. Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver high-quality designs and technical expertise, ensuring successful pro...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering solutions for the midstream oil and gas sector. Leverage your structural engineering expertise to support diverse projects, ensuring safety and innovation acr...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Shape the future of energy infrastructure by providing expert structural engineering support for pipeline and facility projects. Collaborate with a skilled team to deliver innovative solutions in the...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Join our team to provide engineering support for pipeline and facility projects, leveraging your structural engineering expertise in the midstream oil and gas sector. Collaborate with seasoned consult...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $169K *

Transform high-performance plasma power generation through innovative design, simulation, and hands-on validation. Collaborate with R&D teams to enhance semiconductor processing tools and drive impact...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing electromechanical actuators for aerospace and defense. Drive product development from concept to production while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet custome...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join us in shaping the future of aerospace manufacturing by developing and managing complex processes from design to production. Your expertise will drive efficiency and quality in our operations, ens...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of electrical engineering by designing high-voltage substations. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver integrated solutions on power delivery and renewable energy projects while e...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of engineering documentation for advanced radar systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and maintain technical drawings, ensuring compliance with standards while su...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of complex mechanical design projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for mission-critical environments. Leverage your expertise to ensure com...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Mechanical Engineer, leading innovative projects in mission-critical environments. Collaborate with diverse teams, manage design processes, and ensure compliance whil...

Yesterday

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

$135K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of medical instrumentation by developing innovative electronic and firmware designs. Collaborate on product development and engineering activities to enhance heal...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance quality processes, drive compliance, and lead audits in semiconductor manufacturing. Collaborate across functions to implement effective solutions and mentor engineers i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing device development projects from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define technology requirements, design processes, and ensure high-qual...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $286K *

Empower innovation by joining a skilled team of engineers focused on developing high-speed serial-link physical IP. Contribute to mixed-signal design, verification, and testing, driving projects from...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.