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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$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by leading the design and production of critical electrical projects. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring quality and adherence to budgets while driving innovation...

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation by leading the production of construction documents and overseeing multi-disciplinary teams on mission-critical projects, ensuring quality and adherence to budgets and schedules...

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead electrical design projects, ensuring quality and coordination across disciplines while managing budgets and schedules. Your expertise will drive innovative solutions in mis...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical engineering by leading multi-disciplinary projects, overseeing production teams, and ensuring high-quality design documentation within established b...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Join us to lead the production of construction documents and oversee multi-disciplinary teams on mission-critical projects, ensuring quality and adherence to budgets and schedules while fostering coll...

Yesterday

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical engineering by leading multi-disciplinary projects, overseeing production teams, and ensuring high-quality design documentation within established b...

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

$119K - $185K *

Join our team to execute innovative Process Systems designs, leading complex projects and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engineering soluti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $182K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance supplier performance and quality in electronics. Leverage your expertise in supplier development and engineering to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure c...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $182K *

Lead the charge in enhancing supplier performance and quality for electronic components. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with...

Washington, DCRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading complex mechanical systems projects across diverse sectors. Oversee project execution, mentor engineers, and drive innovative solutions while collaborating with multidis...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Innovate your career by designing and developing cutting-edge analog and digital circuits. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product safety and reliability while supporting production...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving product excellence through technical problem-solving and continuous improvement. Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve customer quality issues and enhance pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$172K - $203K *

Shape the future of wearables by leading innovative design and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and refine consumer devices with precision and passion in a dynamic, fa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $210K *

Drive innovation in military technology by designing and testing advanced electrical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, reliable solutions that meet stringent ind...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in embedded systems, driving end-to-end development of prototype hardware. Collaborate in a dynamic team to define architectures, design systems, and enhance technologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of aerospace innovation by leading advanced engineering projects, managing cross-functional teams, and driving strategic solutions to complex challenges in a dynamic environment...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative electrical systems for industrial applications. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality solutions while ensuring compliance with ind...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of thermal engineering for advanced military and commercial applications. Drive innovative solutions from concept to production, utilizing cutting-edge technologi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $182K *

Drive Process Technology development within Health & Pharma by leveraging your expertise in chemical engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify process improvements and foster leadership...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovation in optical interconnect technologies, leading the design and development of advanced solutions for high-performance computing and networking applications, while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $138K *

Lead innovative product development as a proactive R&D Engineer, driving concepts from ideation to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful integration of technologies while advanci...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $138K *

Shape innovative products and technologies by leading R&D efforts from concept to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful integration and development, while advancing your engineer...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $178K *

Engage in innovative medical device development by researching, designing, and prototyping solutions. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex engineering challenges and ensure compliance with indus...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate in medical device development by leading complex projects from concept to manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality outcomes while mentoring junior enginee...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $235K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative orthopedic robotic systems. Manage a high-performing mechanical engineering team, driving product design and verification while collaborating across functions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.