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.
$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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$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
$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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$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
Senior Electrical Design & Integration Engineer
$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
$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
$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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Senior/Lead Electrical Engineer
$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...
1 week ago
$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
$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
$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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$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
$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
$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
Senior Professional, Mechanical Engineering
$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
$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
Staff Mechanical Engineer, Research and Development
$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
Staff Mechanical Engineer, Research and Development
$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
R&D NPI Engineering Manager, Project Management
$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
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
$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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$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
$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
Member of Technical Staff, Design Engineering
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$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
$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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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.