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 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...

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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...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Explore your potential by developing advanced control systems for missile technology. Collaborate with engineering teams to create flight control algorithms, validate simulations, and conduct real-wor...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $168K *

Contribute to optimizing manufacturing processes by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency. Analyze production data, implement corrective actions, and pre...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $293K *

Deliver innovative emulation solutions to clients, enhancing designs through guidance, improving methodologies, and collaborating with R&D to optimize product deployment and customer satisfaction...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $107K *

Develop innovative design solutions as part of a multi-disciplinary team, focusing on engineering procurement documentation and project coordination to support critical test and maintenance projects a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Champion robust security compliance by leading SOC 2 assurance programs, managing audits, and collaborating across teams to enhance control environments and ensure continuous compliance with industry...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $175K *

Advance your career by developing innovative electronic solutions for quantum instruments. Oversee PCB design from concept to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quali...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Transform client challenges into innovative solutions while mentoring teammates and driving tech excellence. Collaborate in a dynamic, non-hierarchical environment to inspire and elevate product engin...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Architect the future of autonomous discovery platforms by defining and integrating robotics and automation systems. Lead engineering strategies to enhance scientific workflows and ensure scalable, rel...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $108K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of defense analysis, leveraging biomedical engineering expertise to support critical intelligence efforts against foreign WMD programs. Collaborate with teams to e...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of electronic architecture across diverse platforms, ensuring seamless integration and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and maintain syst...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $125K *

Manage and inspire a production team while overseeing supply chain, quality control, and manufacturing processes. Drive continuous improvement and ensure operational excellence through effective leade...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $167K *

Lead the charge in process design and scale-up for innovative food solutions. Drive technical leadership across R&I, Operations, and Quality, ensuring safe, cost-effective, and consumer-preferred prod...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing engineering support to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring quality production, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across departments to meet business go...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive electrical engineering excellence by leading product development, ensuring compliance, and optimizing designs for safety and reliability across commercial boiler systems...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of electronic design through innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, verify, and troubleshoot cutting-edge electronic control systems for...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Transform the embedded software build environment for innovative surgical robotics. Collaborate across teams to enhance infrastructure automation, optimize build pipelines, and support product develop...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by serving as a senior technical authority, architecting full-stack solutions that enhance complex lab operations and regulatory compliance while mentoring engineers and collaborating...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $165K *

Inspire innovation by leading engineering teams in new product development, aligning strategies with business goals, and driving projects from concept to launch while fostering a culture of collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$131K - $180K *

Lead the charge in advancing safety standards as you manage interdisciplinary engineering projects and a high-performing team, ensuring strategies align with organizational goals and technical excelle...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $241K *

Transform production efficiency by analyzing workflows and optimizing resource utilization. Lead strategic planning and technical initiatives while mentoring teams to achieve operational excellence an...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $189K *

Drive project excellence by leading complex electrical engineering initiatives. Oversee a skilled team throughout all project phases, ensuring high-quality standards and sustainable design solutions f...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $232K *

Drive innovation and excellence in electrical engineering projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data center infrastructure and mentor junior...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.