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.
$74K - $150K *
Shape the future of industrial automation by developing innovative solutions. Collaborate across teams to transform concepts into prototypes, leveraging mechanical, electrical, and software expertise...
3 weeks ago
Sr Advanced Electrical Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Drive innovation in electrical engineering by leading projects focused on EMC and EMI compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, analyze, and implement advanced electrical systems...
6 days ago
$120K - $140K *
Drive innovation in electrical design across diverse sectors, overseeing projects from concept to execution. Engage with clients, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance with safety standards w...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex electrical systems for DoD projects. Collaborate with clients and manage project scopes while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regu...
2 weeks ago
Technical Project Engineer - New Product Development
$90K - $110K *
Transform customer needs into manufacturable products by leading engineering projects, ensuring quality and cost targets are met while collaborating across teams to deliver innovative solutions on tim...
2 weeks ago
Senior Electrical Engineer, Aviation
$120K - $170K *
Empower your career by leading electrical utility relocation projects in a dynamic airport environment. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance aviation infrastructure and ensure seamless...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's redefining component engineering for aerospace systems. Contribute your expertise to streamline processes, enhance compliance, and mentor junior engineers while supporting critical...
Reposted 5 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform medical device innovation by designing and developing complex electrical circuits. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to tackle engineering challenges and drive projects from concept...
1 week ago
Senior Engineer, Systems and Control Engineering
$120K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by leading the design and deployment of advanced control systems and automation solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability in critical manufacturing processes wh...
2 weeks ago
Staff R&D Engineer - Technical Project Lead
$105K - $195K *
Drive innovative Data Solutions for liquid-cooling product development, leading technical architecture and cross-disciplinary integration. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, validation, and...
Today
$95K - $115K *
Shape innovative automotive lighting production processes and equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance design, reduce costs, and ensure quality. Mentor junior engineers while driv...
Reposted 4 days ago
$64K - $95K *
Pioneer the mechanical design of aircraft engine nacelle components. Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors to define system architecture, generate technical data packages, and ensure compliance w...
1 week ago
$64K - $95K *
Drive the mechanical design of aircraft engine nacelle components, collaborating with manufacturers and vendors to ensure compliance with technical requirements while generating detailed technical dat...
1 week ago
Senior Thermal Design Engineer
$140K - $250K *
Engineer innovative thermal control systems for spacecraft, overseeing design, implementation, and testing. Collaborate closely with design teams to ensure manufacturability and produce high-quality p...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$165K - $210K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of ruggedized directed-energy systems. Own major mechanical subsystems from design to production, collaborating with engineers to create field-deployable hardware...
6 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock your potential as a Senior Product Engineer, driving innovation in composite development for high-value aerospace and defense programs while mentoring teams and managing strategic customer rela...
6 days ago
Senior Hardware Design Engineer
$125K - $150K *
Pioneer innovative hardware solutions by designing complex high-speed systems, validating advanced platforms, and collaborating across teams to ensure optimal performance throughout the product lifecy...
Reposted today
$92K - $129K *
Lead the charge in designing innovative electrical control systems for diverse industrial projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver effective solutions while ensuring compliance...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative manufacturing systems for medical devices, ensuring compliance with industry regulations while optimizing processes from pilot to full-scale production...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in innovative electrical design for sUAS systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and validate cutting-edge hardware solutions while enhancing processes and ensuri...
4 days ago
$150K - $188K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and development of innovative PCB assemblies and electrical subsystems, guiding projects from concept to production while collaborating across teams to ensure ro...
Reposted 5 days ago
$95K - $159K *
Advance enterprise security solutions by managing stakeholder dependencies, enhancing security designs, and delivering timely project outcomes while collaborating with technical teams and clients to e...
1 week ago
Senior Electrical Design Engineer
$135K - $180K *
Drive innovative electrical design solutions for high-density compute environments. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engineers. Make a signi...
6 days ago
Senior Mechanical Project Engineer
$90K - $105K *
Unlock potential by leading complex mechanical design projects for mobile equipment. Collaborate with engineers and project managers to ensure timely, budget-friendly, and safe project completion whil...
3 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Project Engineer
$90K - $105K *
Lead the charge in mechanical design for mobile equipment, managing complex projects and guiding engineers to ensure timely, budget-friendly, and safe project completion while collaborating across tea...
3 weeks ago
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.