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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$100K - $120K *

Elevate fusion research by operating advanced pulsed-fusion systems. Contribute to groundbreaking experiments and enhance machine reliability while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in a dyna...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $130K *

Lead the charge in providing electrical engineering support to enhance production efficiency and safety, while driving energy management initiatives and ensuring compliance with environmental standard...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing the reliability and safety of instrumentation and electrical systems. Drive proactive initiatives, support plant operations, and ensure compliance with indust...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Design and prototype cutting-edge robotic systems as a Senior Electrical Engineer. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate, debug, and enhance hardware for next-gen robots in a fast-paced startup...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing manufacturing processes for precision medical devices. Utilize your engineering expertise to lead projects, improve quality, and drive operational excellence...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on advanced radar systems. Engage in evaluations, troubleshooting, and algorithm optimization while collaborating with industry experts in a governme...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative power systems for aviation and ground applications. In this hands-on role, you'll lead the design and validation of medium-voltage electrical systems, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the design and development of key propulsion components. Manage project planning, coordinate with engineering teams, and oversee vendor deliverables to ensure the successful execution of...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's designing and developing complex propulsion and non-propulsion systems. Collaborate across departments, ensure project success, and deliver high-quality engineering solutions for ad...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $220K *

Manage the design and development of innovative power electronics systems, utilizing first principles. Collaborate with engineering teams, oversee projects from concept to production, and contribute t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$206K - $279K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing cutting-edge electrical systems for AI ambient computing devices, overseeing the entire engineering lifecycle from concept to production while collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Lead technical initiatives in the fabrication of advanced cable assemblies, focusing on process improvement, validation, and quality. Ensure optimal operations through data analysis, metrics developme...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading the design and development of innovative mechanical systems for cutting-edge uranium enrichment technology, ensuring high performance and safety standards throughout the...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$69K - $120K *

Elevate semiconductor processes by designing and executing experiments, driving continuous improvement, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and yield in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $300K *

Empower innovation by porting and optimizing numerical algorithms for Snapdragon platforms. Lead embedded software development, ensuring high-performance solutions while collaborating with a skilled e...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$184K - $236K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and technical excellence. Oversee cross-functional teams, drive product development, and support business development efforts...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$188K - $357K *

Drive success by leveraging technical expertise to support sales and deployment of Siemens EDA emulation tools, ensuring customer satisfaction and fostering strong relationships within the electronics...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in automotive PMIC verification, leveraging your expertise in mixed-signal methodologies to mentor engineers and drive innovative strategies across product platforms, ensuring complian...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $165K *

Engineer innovative solutions for complex military electronic systems, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure high-quality production. Work independently and creatively to troubleshoot and optimiz...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $198K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in facilities engineering, optimizing advanced manufacturing infrastructure, and ensuring operational excellence across global sites. Your expertise will shape th...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced materials solutions for innovative automotive projects. Collaborate with teams to execute R&D initiatives, ensuring alignment with sustainability goals and OEM s...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join us to design and build intuitive product interfaces, bridging design and code. You'll create seamless user experiences using Figma and React, ensuring high-quality delivery from concept to produc...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $220K *

Elevate your career by developing cutting-edge embedded avionics systems. Engage in the full software lifecycle, from design to deployment, while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to create...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $275K *

Elevate your career by defining and verifying system requirements within a cutting-edge engineering framework. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to shape innovative solutions that meet complex...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative surgical robotics, overseeing all phases from conceptualization to prototyping. Collaborate to refine mechanisms and ensure functionality for life...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.