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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$130K - $155K *

Empower innovation by leading global manufacturing process strategies and fostering a culture of excellence. Drive collaboration and oversee compliance while mentoring talent and pioneering advanced t...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $129K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of medical technology by leading critical investigations and driving quality improvements that enhance patient safety and product performance throughout the produc...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $129K *

Lead critical investigations and drive quality improvements in medical technology, ensuring patient safety and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and up...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of avionics systems by leading software development initiatives. You'll manage a talented group of engineers, ensuring project success from inception to completio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of rotary actuator design and mechanisms for space solar power systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust performance, reliability, and innovative solutions throu...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovation in high-speed connector design, leading projects from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions for data storage and telecommuni...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Innovate with us as a Senior Product Design Engineer, leading the design of high-speed connectors and cable systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions for the d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $175K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative solutions for Zowe CLI and Explorer, enhancing mainframe interactions. Collaborate with teams to drive technical excellence and optimize user experiences in an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining scalable full-stack applications using C#/.NET and TypeScript/React, while integrating AI solutions and mentoring engineers to elevate software quality an...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Take ownership of complex energy control system projects, providing technical leadership and mentoring while ensuring timely delivery and exceptional customer engagement across multiple teams and init...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by providing innovative mechanical engineering solutions for energy and infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, analyze, and implement efficien...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $135K *

Innovate cutting-edge memory solutions for automotive applications, collaborating with OEMs and vendors. Drive product requirements and share designs to enhance customer partnerships and influence mar...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $251K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace actuation technologies. Lead multidisciplinary efforts in algorithm development and mechatronic system design, ensuring safety and performance in adv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development and optimization of MEMS sensing and actuation devices, collaborating across teams to ensure manufacturability, reliability, and product capability while driving innovative so...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $160K *

Engineer power generation systems by researching, designing, and testing components, ensuring top-level performance and reliability. Collaborate within teams to apply engineering principles and valida...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in systems engineering, bridging design and compliance teams to select cutting-edge technologies for military-grade products, ensuring high performance and reliab...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the selection of advanced electronics technologies, bridging design and compliance engineering to ensure high-performance product development for military applications...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $151K *

Champion quality by leading automation strategies and integrating testing into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring robust, scalable frameworks that enhance software reliability and performance across cross-func...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by designing innovative mechanical systems for advanced semiconductor technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive concepts from design to high-volume manufacturi...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate structural design excellence by leading projects, ensuring compliance, and mentoring teams. Drive innovation through expert guidance and seamless collaboration across disciplines, delivering h...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$166K - $249K *

Engineer advanced thermal and thermo-mechanical technologies for semiconductor packaging, driving innovation across AI, networking, and photonics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Electrical Engineer, leading design efforts for data center Chiller products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Drive innovative digital engineering solutions by leading complex design projects, mentoring teams, and enhancing project performance through strategic planning and execution. Collaborate with stakeho...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform manufacturing processes through technical expertise and leadership, driving compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product delivery and foster continuo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $109K *

Elevate your career by managing mechanical engineering projects from initiation to completion, ensuring efficient and safe execution of capital projects in manufacturing environments, while providing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.