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.
Senior Electrical Engineer - Test Software
$95K - $181K *
Lead the development of automated test software for production acceptance, ensuring optimal test coverage and reliability. Collaborate across teams to resolve issues in a classified Airborne Radar pro...
2 days ago
Sr. Engineer, Electrical, Operations
$123K - $154K *
Explore your potential as you lead the design and reliability of electrical power systems, ensuring safety and efficiency across industrial applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams...
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Senior Supplier Development & Quality Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Lead supplier development and quality initiatives to enhance production processes, ensuring compliance with technical standards. Collaborate across teams to drive improvements and resolve issues, fost...
6 days ago
Senior Supplier Development & Quality Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Transform supplier quality and development processes to ensure compliance and scalability for mission-critical hardware. Collaborate across teams to enhance manufacturing capabilities and drive contin...
6 days ago
Senior Supplier Development & Quality Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's redefining supplier development and quality assurance. You'll collaborate across engineering and manufacturing to enhance supplier capabilities, ensuring compliance and driving prod...
6 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Drive manufacturing excellence by leading new product launches, optimizing processes, and enhancing production efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, safety, and compli...
2 days ago
Senior Composites Design Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Transform infrastructure design by leading the development of FRP composite products. Utilize expertise in closed molding and structural engineering to innovate solutions, ensuring compliance with ind...
3 weeks ago
Process Integration Engineer (R&D)
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by driving advanced process technology development in a dynamic semiconductor environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and yield for cutting-edge CM...
4 days ago
$126K - $150K *
Join a team that's redefining aerospace manufacturing by optimizing production systems and workflows for eVTOL aircraft. Collaborate across functions to enhance efficiency and scalability while drivin...
1 week ago
$131K - $205K *
Shape the future of electric power projects by providing expert development support, technical evaluations, and engineering design reviews. Collaborate with clients to optimize project outcomes while...
1 week ago
New Product Development Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Drive innovation by designing and developing hydraulic pumps and valves, collaborating with teams to solve fluid power challenges, and managing projects to enhance performance and efficiency in a hand...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Lead the development of innovative full-stack solutions for a hybrid network platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software delivery and operational efficiency while mentoring...
3 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Compute and Communications
$151K - $189K *
Lead the charge in designing ruggedized electronics for battlefield applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative solutions that withstand extreme conditions, ensuring military re...
1 week ago
$170K - $250K *
Elevate your career by leading key initiatives, architecting scalable services, and designing data-intensive applications in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive inn...
2 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Emerging Capabilities (New Product Development)
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of mechanical systems by innovating and developing cutting-edge conveyors and product handling solutions, while ensuring seamless collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and...
Reposted 4 days ago
Senior Engineer, AI/ML Software
$144K - $198K *
Unlock potential by developing cutting-edge AI-driven robotic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create demonstrators that showcase advanced sensing and control technologies, while en...
3 weeks ago
Staff Engineer, Quality & Reliability
$131K - $174K *
Champion semiconductor reliability by leading evaluations and improvements for NTI/NPI. Collaborate across teams to ensure smooth transitions to mass production while driving advanced CMOS technology...
6 days ago
Staff Engineer, Quality & Reliability
$131K - $174K *
Elevate your career by leading reliability engineering for advanced semiconductor technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions from new technology to mass produ...
6 days ago
Senior Engineering Manager, Index Operational Tooling
$145K - $175K *
Pioneer the future of engineering leadership by guiding global teams to deliver resilient, high-performance platforms that enhance index management and operational workflows while fostering a culture...
1 week ago
Senior Electrical Engineer - High Voltage
$95K - $159K *
Accelerate progress at our engineering team by leading high voltage electrical design projects. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize power systems, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction wh...
Reposted yesterday
Senior Electrical Engineer - High Voltage
$95K - $159K *
Elevate your career by leading high voltage electrical projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams, and optimizing designs for power systems, substations, and innovative energy solutions across various...
Reposted yesterday
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Building Engineering
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's redefining mechanical engineering within multidisciplinary projects. You'll lead initiatives, foster client relations, and ensure compliance while coordinating efforts to meet proje...
3 weeks ago
Manufacturing Research Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Pioneer innovative manufacturing processes, leading cross-functional teams to develop high-performing hardware prototypes from concept to pilot production, while enhancing manufacturing capabilities a...
1 week ago
$130K - $195K *
Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative electrical systems for medical devices. Lead projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate with clients to ensure compliance and excellence in produc...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $195K *
Lead the charge in designing and developing innovative electrical systems for medical devices. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure product excellence and compliance while mentoring juni...
3 weeks ago
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.