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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$88K - $105K *

Join us to lead engineering efforts for the G570 APU Program, driving project performance and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve technical goals and milestones in a dynamic aerospace...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $230K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced test and measurement products, guiding cross-functional teams and mentoring engineers while driving complex hardware projects from concept to production...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Make your mark at the forefront of technology by leading the development of advanced test and measurement products. Drive innovation, mentor engineers, and influence cross-functional teams to deliver...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $126K *

Innovate mechanical design solutions for critical power infrastructure, leading product development from concept to launch. Collaborate globally to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency in mission-c...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $183K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and delivery of innovative mechanical systems for diverse projects, ensuring high-quality, code-compliant solutions while mentoring junior engineers and colla...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$115K - $135K *

Join a team that's redefining neurodiagnostics by leveraging advanced electrical engineering techniques to design and integrate cutting-edge products. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure complian...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $193K *

Drive the development of high-performance embedded software for RLS Hyper-Rail applications, ensuring quality and reliability across Linux and VxWorks environments while collaborating with cross-funct...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Transform water and wastewater design projects from concept to completion. Lead a dynamic team in creating innovative solutions that enhance community infrastructure while ensuring compliance and qual...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Engineer reliable embedded software for pioneering microreactor systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure safe operation through effective firmware development, integrating sensors and hardware to e...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing mechanical subsystems for robots, from concept to production. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and performance in real-world applications, while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate electrical designs for groundbreaking medical products. Lead cross-functional teams in developing and enhancing devices that improve women's health, ensuring impactful contributions from conc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in space intelligence by developing software solutions for object visualization and data exploitation. Collaborate with a dynamic team to transform research into scalable capabilities...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer advancements in polymer science by designing experiments, analyzing data, and mentoring junior scientists. Collaborate across teams to enhance membrane formulation and manufacturing processes...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$81K - $152K *

Transform optical coating design and production readiness by collaborating with customers and engineering teams. Drive continuous improvement and ensure successful product realization in a dynamic man...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading innovative electrical engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and test cutting-edge systems for diverse applications, ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading advanced IC packaging strategies in a dynamic startup. Drive innovative architectures, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and influence product roadmaps while shap...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $120K *

Join our team to design and develop cutting-edge power electronics and digital control systems. This hands-on role involves prototyping, testing, and optimizing advanced power conversion technologies...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and development of embedded systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and security, ensuring robust solutions for vehicles and e...

Yesterday

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

$130K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading innovative utility and infrastructure projects. Drive technical assessments, feasibility studies, and engineering design to enhance performance and cost efficiency whi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

Advance your career by leading innovative electrical projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate across functions to design and implement cutting-edge elect...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation by designing and validating embedded firmware for high-performance storage solutions, collaborating across teams to solve complex challenges and accelerate product development in a dy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative hardware integration solutions, collaborating across engineering disciplines to ensure successful logistics and automation project execution, while mentoring a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $220K *

Transform space systems design by applying advanced methodologies and systems-thinking. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment to tackle complex challenges and drive innovative solutions for n...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $247K *

Empower product development by leading and mentoring teams of engineers. Bring your expertise to complex projects while fostering creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration within a fast-paced con...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $126K *

Pioneer compliance and certification processes for airborne systems, ensuring adherence to airworthiness standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive certification docum...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.