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.
$115K - $145K *
Elevate your engineering career by overseeing the electrical design of commercial and utility-scale solar projects. Ensure project budgets are met and collaborate with diverse teams while mentoring ju...
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$115K - $145K *
Join our innovative team as you lead the electrical engineering efforts for impactful solar projects, ensuring designs meet client needs while adhering to budgets and timelines. Collaborate across dis...
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Sr. Product Development Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Innovate product designs for automated material handling systems. Lead teams on medium to large projects, ensuring safety, reliability, and manufacturability while mentoring junior members and collabo...
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Sr. Product Development Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Optimize product design for automated material handling systems. Lead teams on medium to large projects, ensuring safety, reliability, and manufacturability while mentoring junior members and collabor...
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Transform the future of automation by leading innovative robotic solutions. Drive design, compliance, and manufacturing processes while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic, growth-stage envi...
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$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative automation systems, driving impactful solutions in a growth-stage startup. Collaborate with teams to enhance robotic manufacturing technologies and...
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$120K - $160K *
Lead the charge in innovative substation design projects, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver impactful solutions in the energy sector. Your expertise will drive project success and enhance c...
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$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in developing and optimizing embedded software solutions for advanced appliances, ensuring reliability and performance while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with cross-fun...
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$120K - $160K *
Shape the future of fiber optic solutions by leading product design from concept to industrialization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage project risks, and ensure quality standards in a...
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Senior Mechanical Engineer, Piping Systems
$150K - $190K *
Join a team that's redefining power generation by designing high-temperature, high-pressure piping systems. You'll lead the integration and analysis of critical components, ensuring reliability and ef...
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R&D Product Development Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Champion innovative product development by leading design and launch efforts for Busway solutions while collaborating across teams. Ensure adherence to industry standards and deliver high-quality outc...
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R&D Product Development Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in innovative product development, transforming designs into market-ready solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver technical excellence and push industry standards in our B...
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Senior Principal Design Verification Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Elevate your career by leading verification strategies for innovative automotive PMIC products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers in a dynamic environment focused on...
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$161K - $194K *
Contribute to the design of heavy civil structures for major infrastructure projects. Leverage your seismic design expertise to tackle complex challenges while collaborating with multidisciplinary tea...
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Advanced Software Engineer - DevSecOps
$110K - $130K *
Join us to drive software integration projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables and seamless collaboration across teams while implementing DevSecOps practices and enhancing our aerospace technology...
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$108K - $130K *
Shape the future of process engineering by leading innovative projects in evaporation and crystallization technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions that meet...
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$80K - $95K *
Partner with us to drive innovation in automotive lighting through hands-on mechanical design, testing, and cross-functional collaboration, ensuring high-quality product development and manufacturing...
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$175K - $227K *
Innovate by leading IT systems management, ensuring seamless identity, endpoint, and infrastructure operations while enhancing support services. Collaborate with a small team to drive efficiency and s...
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Senior/Staff Software Engineer, Connected Systems
$163K - $207K *
Shape the future of energy systems by building scalable software for Connected Systems. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance telemetry, diagnostics, and firmware updates, ensuring reliable operat...
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Senior Staff Engineer, Software
$150K - $180K *
Lead the design and development of complex software solutions across multiple teams. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure high-quality product delivery while maintaining industry stand...
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Project Engineer, New Product Development
$100K - $120K *
Transform the product lifecycle by supporting the design and commercialization of complex natural gas generator systems, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration across teams for critical infra...
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$120K - $130K *
Transform complex commercial projects by leading electrical design efforts, ensuring innovative solutions and project coordination from concept to completion while mentoring junior engineers and maint...
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$120K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading electrical engineering for complex commercial projects. Drive innovative design solutions, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project success from concept to completion...
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$120K - $130K *
Drive innovative electrical design solutions for complex commercial projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams from concept to completion, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and timely delivery while men...
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Senior Lead Engineer, Advanced Development
$120K - $145K *
Transform the future of access control by leading a dynamic team in developing cutting-edge wireless technology solutions that enhance safety and security across diverse markets. Drive innovation and...
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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.