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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$95K - $115K *
Transform your career by shaping robust electrical designs and solutions for diverse industries. Leverage your extensive experience to lead projects from concept to construction while ensuring complia...
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$108K - $130K *
Lead the charge in designing electrical systems for mission-critical facilities, ensuring optimal performance and safety in data centers and advanced manufacturing plants through expert analysis and i...
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$128K - $133K *
Drive innovation in opto-electronic product development, collaborating with sales and manufacturing teams to design, document, and release cutting-edge solutions that meet customer specifications and...
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$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of renewable energy by developing advanced software solutions for modeling, control, and optimization of power systems, microgrids, and inverter-based resources in a dynamic R&D envir...
1 week ago
$115K - $200K *
Engage in hands-on mechanical design, driving prototypes from concept to reality. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate systems, utilizing CAD tools and rapid prototyping for in...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead and optimize hardware engineering projects in aerospace, driving innovation and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance aircraft operations...
1 week ago
Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Lead innovative mechanical integration projects for advanced thermal energy storage systems, enhancing energy efficiency and resiliency in data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive impactf...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by transforming spatial AI research into practical solutions that enhance user experiences for homebuyers and builders, driving innovation in generative floor plan capabilities within...
4 weeks ago
Senior Product Engineer - HYBRID
$180K - $250K *
Transform complex challenges into scalable products. In this senior role, leverage your full-stack expertise to drive product development from concept to production, ensuring quality and user experien...
1 week ago
R&D Engineer III - Composites Aerospace Manufacturing
$125K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to drive research and development in advanced composite materials, optimizing processes and leading innovative projects that enhance aerospace products while ensuring quality and o...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$90K - $123K *
Shape the future of land development by leading engineering projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and mentoring a dynamic team to achieve project goals on time and within budget...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes by leading technical initiatives, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance produ...
5 days ago
$101K - $135K *
Deliver innovative electrical solutions for complex medical devices, leading R&D projects that enhance women's health technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and dri...
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$127K - $199K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of R&D as you drive manufacturability, coordinate technology transfer, and ensure efficient, scalable processes for innovative chemical products in a collaborative...
5 days ago
$89K - $149K *
Lead a dynamic team to develop innovative digital products that enhance customer experiences through cutting-edge technologies, including AI/ML, IoT, and cloud solutions, while setting standards for n...
1 week ago
$89K - $149K *
Empower our team to innovate and build transformative digital products that enhance customer experiences through cutting-edge technologies, spanning from embedded systems to AI/ML solutions...
1 week ago
$89K - $149K *
Lead a distributed team to develop innovative digital products that enhance customer experiences through advanced technologies, including AI/ML, IoT, and cloud solutions, while setting standards for n...
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$89K - $165K *
Shape innovative engineering solutions by applying advanced design techniques and conducting complex analyses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and ensure high-qu...
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$89K - $165K *
Drive innovation by applying advanced engineering techniques to solve complex design and development challenges, enhancing product assurance and technical analysis while collaborating across multifunc...
Yesterday
$89K - $165K *
Unlock potential by applying advanced engineering techniques to develop and analyze complex designs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges and enhance product specifica...
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$89K - $165K *
Engineer innovative solutions by applying advanced design techniques to complex electrical systems, conducting technical analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product deve...
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Engineer II, Product Development Engineering
$74K - $100K *
Join a team that's innovating in mechanical engineering to develop cutting-edge gas filtration products. Collaborate with R&D and operations to design prototypes, enhance existing technologies, and dr...
Yesterday
$88K - $105K *
Engineer innovative electronic solutions that enhance product performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test electronic circuits and systems, ensurin...
5 days ago
$170K - $210K *
Transform the future of robotics by owning critical mechanical subsystems from design to production. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative solutions, while ensuring manufacturability an...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by driving continuous improvement and maintenance of neuro-diagnostics equipment. Collaborate with design and manufacturing teams to enhance product reliability and performance while...
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What does a Senior R&D Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Senior R&D Engineer listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.