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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$130K - $195K *

Lead the charge in geotechnical project management, overseeing site investigations, evaluations, and design solutions while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with industry standards a...

Terrace, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative geotechnical solutions in challenging permafrost environments. Lead project management, mentor junior staff, and ensure technical excellence in foundation design and site evaluations...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Design and develop advanced custom test equipment for the electronics sector, driving projects from initial concept through testing. Collaborate with global clients to deliver high-performance enginee...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Optimize the design and integration of electrical systems for vehicles, ensuring robust documentation and support for prototype builds. Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot and advance innovations...

4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading electrical design for diverse projects, ensuring safe and compliant building systems that enhance community living and working environments through collaboration and inn...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Help us drive project success by overseeing planning, budgeting, and execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, cost-effective outcomes while maintaining safety and compliance in complex, hig...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead network engineering efforts to enhance tactical capabilities in air defense systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure secure information exchange and compliance across all phase...

Huntsville, ALRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Drive process excellence as a Senior Process Engineer, leading major oil product storage projects. Oversee design, ensure compliance, and mentor teams to deliver safe, efficient operations while colla...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of vehicle technology by evolving edge software for advanced sensor systems. Lead architectural decisions, mentor peers, and transition prototypes to reliable pro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion innovation by developing cutting-edge software solutions in an agile environment, collaborating with teams to enhance data operations for major financial institutions and retailers, while ens...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $280K *

Oversee the design and development of advanced radar systems, focusing on signal processing algorithms for target detection and tracking. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize performa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative electrical solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across departments to deliver...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$82K - $245K *

Innovate cutting-edge autonomous systems for multi-domain vehicles. Leverage expert knowledge in task planning, robotics software integration, and AI-based algorithms to develop solutions for defense...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $140K *

Transform ship electrical and control systems through design, testing, and client collaboration. Lead teams, ensure quality, and support business development while managing projects and fostering rela...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of ship electrical systems. Leverage your expertise in design, testing, and project management while mentoring engineers and building client relationships to deli...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $248K *

Innovate AI-driven engineering solutions to enhance developer productivity and software quality. Lead the design and integration of AI agents across the SDLC, ensuring scalable and secure workflows th...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $248K *

Pioneer innovative AI-driven solutions to enhance software development workflows, integrating advanced technologies to boost productivity and quality across engineering teams. Collaborate with cross-f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead innovative electrical engineering design for cutting-edge data centres, overseeing all stages from concept to execution while ensuring compliance with industry standards and practices for complex...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $185K *

Shape the future of mechanical engineering by leading MEP practice expansion, managing client relationships, and delivering innovative building systems solutions for complex infrastructure projects in...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$187K - $242K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative mechanical designs for cutting-edge PC products. Collaborate across teams to influence product strategies and lead technical decisions, ensuring high-quality, cu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing ceramic manufacturing processes. As a Senior Process Engineer, you'll tackle complex challenges, mentor junior engineers, and drive improvements in yield, cap...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $230K *

Transform radar systems into advanced sensing solutions by developing and refining DSP algorithms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance RF signal detection and classification, driving in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in high-performance computing by delivering secure software deployments, automating infrastructure, and resolving complex technical challenges. Collaborate with teams to enhance relia...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $151K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of secure software integration for critical space missions. Collaborate with government leaders and contractors to ensure interoperability and operational success...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$65K - $97K *

DJ&A is seeking a Transportation Design Engineer with 1-10 years of relevant experience to support transportation engineering designs for various agencies. The ideal candidate will have strong communi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.