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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$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support sales with technical testing and process validation. Conduct evaluations, prepare reports, and collaborate on optimized solutions while ensuring lab safety and cleanline...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Engage with clients by providing technical solutions and support throughout the sales cycle. Collaborate on automation projects, prepare detailed proposals, and maintain documentation while leveraging...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's transforming complex engineering challenges into innovative solutions. Lead major projects, mentor junior engineers, and ensure effective communication across disciplines while main...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in semiconductor characterization as a Principal Engineer, driving technical direction and innovation across global manufacturing processes while mentoring teams and influencing strate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $185K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to lead automation projects in the pharmaceutical sector. Drive technical excellence, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards whi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $155K *

Design impactful electrical systems for train control modernization, ensuring compliance with national codes. Lead multiple projects while delivering advanced engineering solutions and managing comple...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$107K - $204K *

Elevate your career as you lead manufacturing projects, enhance processes, and build strong relationships with stakeholders. Drive innovation and efficiency in a collaborative environment focused on c...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $190K *

Unlock potential by designing embedded firmware and scalable validation tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and accelerate time-to-market for innovative power man...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project management to new heights by guiding multidisciplinary technical teams through complex product development initiatives, ensuring successful execution from concept to commercialization...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $220K *

Advance your career by developing cutting-edge compiler technologies that enhance performance and scalability across Intel architectures, collaborating with global teams to drive innovation in softwar...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of engineering and maritime operations, integrating mechanical systems into autonomous vessels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $218K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of high-performance analog and mixed-signal IP. Collaborate across global teams to drive circuit design, validation, and architecture definition...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $218K *

Transform the future of analog design by leading the development of high-performance mixed-signal IP. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive circuit design, validation, and architecture definition fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $168K *

Shape the future of advanced electro-mechanical systems by driving design, development, and delivery processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and testing, cont...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by serving as the technical authority in reliability engineering, driving design validation and influencing product release decisions through rigorous analysis and strategic planning...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $251K *

Drive innovation by developing mechanical design solutions for military and advanced engine programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and meet delivery milestones while pr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Engage in hands-on mechanical engineering to deploy innovative systems in maritime environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and troubleshoot mechanical payloads, ensuring ope...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of automated test systems, driving innovation in testing and validation processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product reliabil...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $192K *

Drive the innovative development and integration of semiconductor metrology systems, collaborating on advanced solutions to enhance performance and reliability, with opportunities for international tr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $200K *

Drive innovative data solutions by leading high-performing teams to deliver actionable insights and support client decision-making through advanced analytics and robust data architecture...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$138K - $207K *

Unlock potential by managing manufacturing processes for pulser modules, driving prototype transitions to production. Collaborate with engineers and technicians to enhance assembly operations and ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing innovative aerospace systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety and efficiency in aviation technology. Your expertise will shape the...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development of cutting-edge software for simulator systems, focusing on real-time simulation and system design. Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining high stan...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $105K *

Champion the development and optimization of chemical manufacturing processes, ensuring smooth transitions from lab research to full-scale production while collaborating across teams to achieve commer...

Scarborough, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of RF engineering, designing advanced transmission systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise...

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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.