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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$110K - $130K *

Drive the transition to Model-Based Manufacturing & Inspection, collaborating with teams to enhance production processes and integrate digital solutions across manufacturing sites for improved efficie...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of UAV technology by developing innovative mechanical systems. Collaborate with engineers to design, analyze, and optimize high-performance components, ensuring s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative medical technologies by integrating new capabilities into products. Oversee cross-functional teams to ensure efficient product development that meets market an...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$154K - $225K *

Transform engineering excellence by leading DFSS and reliability initiatives, enhancing product quality and manufacturability while coaching teams to drive continuous improvement and customer satisfac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $225K *

Transform your career by leading DFSS and reliability initiatives, enhancing product quality and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive engineering excellence and coac...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $225K *

Elevate engineering excellence by transforming customer needs into actionable requirements, leading complex reliability initiatives, and enhancing product quality through DFSS methodologies and hands...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $304K *

Shape the future of advanced wireless technology by leading RFIC design projects. Combine deep technical expertise with cross-functional collaboration to deliver high-performance RF, analog, and mixed...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that champions compliance and innovations in hazardous-area certifications. Drive certification strategies, manage cross-functional collaborations, and lead projects that ensure regulatory...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $258K *

Transform the future of technology by collaborating with engineers to develop cutting-edge GPU/CPU/SoC products across various industries, ensuring optimal performance, cost, and schedule while leadin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $135K *

Lead complex mechanical design projects, driving innovation from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while providing technical guid...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of cloud application development by modernizing MATLAB's architecture. Leverage your expertise to influence design decisions, mentor junior engineers, and deliver impactful enhancemen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform high-volume certification testing by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring safety and quality standards. Drive performance and talent development while fostering a culture of acc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $179K *

Drive the evolution of propulsion manufacturing processes, enhancing production efficiency and quality for high-pressure fluid systems. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to scale vehicle buil...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engage teams in enhancing quality systems for customer projects, driving improvements through detailed analysis and leadership. Lead cross-functional efforts to resolve quality issues, ensuring top-ti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer quality assurance initiatives by leading engineering teams to enhance product quality and compliance. Drive process improvements, develop quality systems, and interface with customers to resol...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$91K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on designing and implementing advanced mechanical systems for automated production lines, ensuring safety and efficiency in energetic manufacturin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $170K *

Shape the future of semiconductor technology by leading R&D initiatives in atomic layer deposition. Drive innovation, mentor teams, and collaborate across functions to enhance manufacturing processes...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $175K *

Drive the development and maintenance of robust research systems and pipelines, ensuring reliable data processing and deployment. Collaborate closely with researchers to enhance efficiency and scalabi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative thermal solutions for power products, utilizing advanced simulations and engineering expertise to meet customer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in defining and deploying advanced DFT methodologies for complex ASIC and SoC designs, driving innovation and collaboration across teams to enhance test quality and reliability in semi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $126K *

Transform electronics manufacturing processes by leading NPI projects, ensuring robust production readiness, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, cost, and delivery outco...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$205K - $260K *

Lead technical engagements and drive customer success in deploying high-speed connectivity solutions. Collaborate across teams to resolve complex issues and enhance next-gen AI infrastructure with rel...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$62K - $105K *

Engage in hands-on R&D, executing experiments and processes that drive innovative materials development and advanced manufacturing, while collaborating with engineers and scientists in a dynamic lab e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate product development and engineering excellence by applying mechanical principles, conducting simulations, and collaborating across teams to enhance performance and reliability in innovative so...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $180K *

Drive the design and development of innovative ground systems for defense platforms, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and efficient operations while optimizing for performance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.