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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$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by driving modernization efforts for space launch ranges. Collaborate on complex systems integration, testing, and troubleshooting to enhance capabilities and support the future of...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading hardware engineering efforts to modernize space launch ranges, ensuring mission success through innovative solutions and system integration. Collaborate with teams to en...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer the future of advanced robotics by integrating cutting-edge solutions for partners and customers. Collaborate across teams to ensure safety compliance and optimize product adoption, enhancing...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to deliver world-class electrical solutions for complex projects. Drive project success by ensuring quality, optimizing efficiencies, and collaborating across disciplin...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team of electrical engineers to deliver high-quality project outcomes. Oversee technical issues, manage project scope, and ensure adherence to budget and schedule while fostering collaboration...

2 weeks ago

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

$187K - $253K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative solutions for advanced model serving, ensuring optimal performance and reliability while collaborating with teams to drive technical excellence and future inf...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of electrical design processes for complex hardware systems. Drive integration and innovation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality and performance t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing production efficiency and quality through collaborative engineering support. Leverage your expertise in manufacturing to drive operational excellence and ment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of semiconductor technology by managing integration processes, defining requirements, and collaborating across teams to enhance manufacturing yield and efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $195K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative electromechanical fixtures for testing WHOOP products, ensuring reliability and scalability from prototypes to mass production while collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing manufacturing processes for autonomous surface vessels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and ensure high-quality stan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering, driving innovative hardware projects from concept to production. Collaborate with a talented team to tackle complex technical challenges and influence the fu...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $300K *

Take ownership of building user-focused AI products as a full-stack Product Engineer. Drive technical direction, design APIs, and integrate AI capabilities while collaborating with cross-functional te...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$148K - $273K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative SoCs for cutting-edge SSD technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design, validation, and implementation, ensuring top-quality semiconductor sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead R&D efforts in developing innovative sauces and beverages. Drive product discovery, formulation, and commercialization while ensuring quality and customer satisfaction in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$250K - $280K *

Shape the future of robotics as a technical lead driving system integration and mechanical design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance, manage cost engineering, and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $176K *

Design and develop ruggedized sensor systems and avionics for aerospace and defense. Engage in the full product lifecycle, from concept to production, ensuring high-quality mechanical integration and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K - $280K *

Advance your career by leading mechanical integration and architecture for innovative products. Drive system-level performance, collaborate cross-functionally, and set design standards in this pivotal...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate electrical systems design in a collaborative environment, tackling diverse projects from concept to completion. Lead and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance with codes and deliv...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Electrical Engineer, driving innovative solutions across diverse projects. Collaborate on energy conservation and sustainable design initiatives while mentoring junior...

3 weeks ago

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

$124K - $134K *

Innovate and optimize our core fintech systems, leveraging AI-driven technologies while owning end-to-end product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure impactful user experien...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading power systems projects, providing technical expertise, and mentoring team members. Engage with clients to deliver exceptional service while driving business development...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$128K - $162K *

Drive innovative R&D testing to enhance hardware and processes, collaborating with engineers and scientists to execute experiments, analyze data, and generate insights for scalable solutions and impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $134K *

Drive innovative hardware solutions by collaborating with a diverse team of engineers. Engage in design, verification, and troubleshooting while ensuring compliance with project scope and schedule. Yo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $170K *

Partner with us to develop scalable software systems that enhance engineering and manufacturing workflows, enabling seamless data flow and effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams in a d...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.