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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$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...

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  •   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

$180K - $220K *

Elevate client outcomes by translating technical capabilities into strategic business value. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop engaging narratives and tools that drive decision-making and mini...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $200K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative mechanical design solutions for high-performance semiconductor systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance legacy systems and ensure optimal m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $195K *

Drive innovation by leading a multidisciplinary team in the design, integration, and testing of advanced electrical systems for missile and unmanned vehicle programs, ensuring successful project execu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage in innovative process design engineering for life sciences projects, leading feasibility studies to construction. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $176K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of electromechanical design, leading product development for circuit breakers. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance, quality, and innovation while mentori...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical design projects across diverse sectors. Collaborate with clients, mentor junior engineers, and ensure quality in power distribution and system studies while adhe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale software engineering projects within the Aerospace industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at our innovative facility, leading equipment engineering efforts to enhance safety, reliability, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $131K *

Elevate quality assurance processes by leading engineering activities across product life cycles, ensuring compliance with standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a dynamic enviro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative RF validation testing and optimization, enhancing multi-radio products. Collaborate on debugging and reporting, utilizing advanced equipment to resolve design issues and support sea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Contribute to innovative process engineering projects, leading from design to construction. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver quality solutions for clients in the chemical industry, e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $130K *

Contribute to innovative process engineering solutions by leading projects from inception to construction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment specifications...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $166K *

Elevate the design and delivery of complex mechanical systems for advanced facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to lead innovative projects, mentor junior engineers, and ensure technic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engage in the design and development of advanced electronic systems for aerospace test equipment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create reliable solutions, ensuring compliance with specif...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize mechanical systems for groundbreaking space exploration projects. Collaborate on innovative solutions, ensuring compliance with NASA standards while managing...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation by designing robust mechanical systems for advanced aerospace applications, ensuring compliance with NASA standards while collaborating in a dynamic team environment to meet critic...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $229K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing team to drive successful new product introductions, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with business goals through effective project management and cross-functio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $240K *

Champion innovative electrical design as you lead PCB development, bridging hardware and software teams to enhance home autonomy technology. Your expertise will drive product realization from concepti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $124K *

Pioneer process transitions and improvements in plastic injection molding. Lead validations, troubleshoot processes, and manage customer interactions while ensuring compliance with industry standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Engineer, guiding technical design, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality throughout projects. Collaborate across disciplines to meet client needs while leading...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Engage as a Design Engineer, bridging design and engineering to create user-centric interfaces. Architect smooth interactions within our platform while implementing a robust design system that enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$117K - $225K *

Explore the forefront of 3D printing technology by architecting innovative hardware solutions. Lead a dynamic team to design and prototype high-performance systems, impacting both product quality and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in test engineering! Lead the system-level testing and validation of cutting-edge hardware and software, ensuring quality and performance, while collaborating acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.