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.
Sr Engineer - New Product Engineering
$106K - $177K *
Drive innovation by analyzing and designing complex engineering solutions to enhance product performance and meet customer needs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality result...
6 days ago
Senior Design Verification Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing medical device performance and compliance. Lead design verification projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure product reliability and regu...
5 days ago
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
$77K - $129K *
Explore a dynamic role in electrical engineering, focusing on innovative medical devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and validate electrical components that enhance pa...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Process Engineer, optimizing renewable energy processes, enhancing plant performance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic environment focused...
6 days ago
Senior Process Engineer, Assay Development
$131K - $140K *
Shape the future of clinical genomics by developing automated workflows for NGS assays. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate innovative chemistry into robust, scalable processes ready...
2 weeks ago
$114K - $153K *
Transform the way we build cloud-based services by developing scalable, high-performing solutions while embracing innovative technologies and collaborating seamlessly within an agile team to deliver e...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior/Staff Manufacturing Engineer
$145K - $235K *
Unlock potential by optimizing manufacturing processes and equipment for advanced robotic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, cost, and delivery targets are met while d...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Architect innovative software solutions for semiconductor test platforms, integrating design and coding with hands-on technical leadership while collaborating with global engineering teams to deliver...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$120K - $140K *
Lead the charge in designing and optimizing control systems for industrial cooling applications, ensuring efficient operations through innovative strategies and collaboration with cross-functional tea...
6 days ago
Senior/Staff Electrical Engineer
$130K - $155K *
Take ownership of the complete design lifecycle for complex electrical subsystems in an innovative autonomous robotic pharmacy system, ensuring high standards in a regulated environment while collabor...
2 weeks ago
Senior/Staff Electrical Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Help us design innovative electrical subsystems for a groundbreaking autonomous pharmacy dispensing system, ensuring high standards in a regulated environment while leading the full lifecycle from con...
2 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Embedded Systems, Platforms and Devices
$174K - $252K *
Unlock innovative solutions as you develop cutting-edge software technologies, collaborating across teams to enhance user experiences and drive advancements in AI and XR. Your expertise will shape the...
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Senior ML / Evaluation Engineer
$135K - $160K *
Explore exciting challenges in AI evaluation by developing frameworks and custom validators for cutting-edge machine learning applications. Collaborate to enhance the quality and reliability of AI age...
4 weeks ago
Senior RF/Analog Design Engineer
$114K - $182K *
Join a team that's pioneering high-speed photonic components for advanced optical communications. Leverage your RF/microwave engineering expertise to design, simulate, and optimize cutting-edge techno...
1 week ago
Senior RF/Analog Design Engineer
$102K - $163K *
Transform your career by leveraging your RF/microwave engineering expertise to design, simulate, and optimize high-speed optoelectronic components within a dynamic R&D team focused on advanced optical...
1 week ago
Senior Supplier Industrialization Engineer, Mechanical
$146K - $194K *
Join a team that's driving supplier industrialization, transitioning mechanical parts from prototype to production while qualifying suppliers and optimizing processes for efficiency and quality...
1 week ago
$148K - $186K *
Join a team that's dedicated to designing and implementing innovative test solutions for complex RF electronic systems, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction through collaboration...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Pioneer innovative software solutions for aerospace safety by leading the development of the Enhanced Ground Proximity Warning System. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive design decisions...
1 week ago
Senior Engineer - Mechanical Design
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by leading mechanical design for mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project success through innovative solutions and precise e...
6 days ago
Senior Electrical Engineer - Platforms (Power Systems)
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining maritime technology by designing innovative power systems for autonomous platforms, ensuring performance and reliability in extreme conditions while driving system integr...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Austin
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in innovative mechanical design for diverse projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal performance and compliance. Elevate your career while contributing to...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead mechanical and plumbing system design for complex projects, mentoring teams and managing budgets. Drive technical excellence from concept to construction while ensuring compliance with industry s...
1 week ago
Electrical Engineer - Research and Development
$95K - $115K *
Join our innovative team to design and develop cutting-edge low and medium voltage power systems. Drive research and testing efforts, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating wi...
4 days ago
Senior Engineer II, Robotics Mechanical Design
$136K - $190K *
Create innovative mechanical designs for custom robotics configurations, collaborating with engineers to iterate and validate designs through simulation and physical testing, ensuring optimal performa...
Reposted 1 week ago
$90K - $180K *
Join a team that drives cutting-edge semiconductor development, executing experimental designs for novel fabrication methods in a dynamic environment. Enjoy autonomy and contribute to R&D processes im...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
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.