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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Join a team that's dedicated to advancing composite blade structures through innovative design, analysis, and technical support, ensuring quality and efficiency in production while collaborating acros...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $170K *

Transform the future of aerospace by leading systems engineering for spacecraft, ensuring seamless integration and performance across multiple disciplines while managing technical risks and program re...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Shape the future of aerospace by leading systems engineering for spacecraft. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated system performance from design to launch, balancing technical...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated spacecraft systems, ensuring seamless collaboration across engineering disciplines. Drive technical execution from architecture to mission operations, balancin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating mining equipment systems through engineering design, testing, and collaboration. Drive process improvements and ensure compliance with global standards while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in manufacturing processes from NPI to high-volume production. Lead engineering teams to enhance quality, cost, and efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry standards and fo...

Kanata, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $94K *

Unlock potential by developing and implementing advanced manufacturing processes for critical technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while supp...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative thermal systems, ensuring high-quality prototypes and product delivery. Collaborate with engineers and suppliers to drive projects from concept to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by designing and operating high-performance computing infrastructure for EDA workloads across hybrid cloud environments, enhancing CI/CD pipelines, and optimizing storage solutio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading innovative electrical engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, evaluate, and enhance systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in a dynami...

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse electrical engineering projects, designing and evaluating systems, and enhancing facility operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure safety, efficiency, and compl...

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

$80K - $95K *

Join us to conduct innovative furnace and burner rig testing in a dynamic lab. Leverage your analytical skills and hands-on experience to ensure quality outcomes while contributing to continuous impro...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $162K *

Drive innovative mechanical designs for high-performance electronic products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality from concept through production, while supporting...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $122K *

Unlock potential by designing and delivering high-performance mechanical assemblies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges and ensure compliance, while owning the produc...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced electric power systems research, driving innovation and solutions, collaborating with clients, and mentoring engineers. Drive impactful projects that shape the fut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $191K *

Lead engineering excellence across teams to drive digital agriculture results. Navigate ambiguity and competing priorities, ensuring impactful outcomes while fostering collaboration and talent develop...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $165K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative cost basis management solutions, driving architecture decisions, mentoring peers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance platform reliability...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $161K *

Grow quality assurance by implementing robust CI/CD testing strategies that enhance enterprise web applications and APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed quality throughout the develo...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful mechanical engineering projects from concept to construction, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance design standards and mentor emerging talent while ensuring quality and compli...

4 days ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of engineering by delivering high-performing projects. Leverage your expertise in mechanical engineering to collaborate on innovative designs and mentor emerging...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading mechanical engineering projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance design standards and mentor emerging talent while ensuring pro...

4 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative mechanical engineering solutions, leading projects from concept to construction. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance design standards and ensure project success in a fast-pa...

4 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role leading electrical engineering projects from concept to execution. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring safety...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$146K - $192K *

Drive project success by providing engineering support and technical evaluations for electric power generation projects. Collaborate with clients on design reviews, economic analysis, and risk assessm...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge guidance, navigation, and control solutions for hypersonic strike vehicles, ensuring precise flight performance through innovative algorithm design and colla...

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  •   5 - 7 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.