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 innovation by taking ownership of embedded Linux platforms, from hardware initialization to system-level debugging. Collaborate on smart grid technologies, ensuring seamless integration and perf...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of innovative composite parts for aircraft. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure manufacturability and performance while mentoring junior engineers...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and develop embedded software for cutting-edge PNT products. Lead the integration of advanced sensors and optimize performance while collaborating closely with hardwar...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform aerospace manufacturing by leading structural bonding processes for high-reliability rocket motors. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality and efficiency from development to production...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of structural bonding processes for aerospace applications, ensuring high-reliability bonded structures from development to production. Collaborate across teams to optimize manufacturin...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$99K - $148K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on engineering excellence. Drive quality and innovation in electronic components for cutting-edge medical devices, collaborating across functions to ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $161K *

Champion the design and execution of advanced test systems for electronics, leveraging your hardware and software expertise. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance testing efficiency for...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $245K *

Innovate cutting-edge combustion device designs for advanced propulsion systems. Lead full lifecycle development, leveraging expertise in regenerative cooling, combustion stability, and additive manuf...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative control systems for industrial automation, leading design and development efforts in a collaborative environment. Play a key role in delivering high-quality solutions while mentori...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$187K - $261K *

Elevate wireless technology as you drive RF subsystem development from design to production. Lead and mentor a team of engineers while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-performance, inn...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$171K - $296K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge ATE test automation solutions, driving efficiency and quality across diverse product lines in Automotive and Industrial markets. Collaborate with cross-funct...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $194K *

Take ownership of the Body subsystem for a maritime autonomous vehicle, leading design and integration of structural, propulsion, and buoyancy systems from concept to production while managing budgets...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development of critical firmware for medication dispensing robots, ensuring precise motor control, safety, and reliability. Collaborate with leadership to enhance system architecture and int...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Champion the development and execution of electrical control projects, overseeing all phases from scoping to implementation. Collaborate with teams across North America to enhance manufacturing operat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Drive the implementation of electrical control projects across manufacturing operations, managing all phases from scoping to execution. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and deliver innovati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Optimize electrical control systems for diverse manufacturing projects. Lead from concept to completion, ensuring compliance and effective communication while managing multiple projects and collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$176K - $285K *

Oversee EMC design and analysis throughout satellite program phases, ensuring compliance with specifications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to balance EMI/EMC requirements against cost, wei...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $185K *

Lead the design and integration of high-lift devices in aerospace, driving mechanical architecture from concept to testing. Collaborate across teams to ensure safety, performance, and manufacturabilit...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $185K *

Lead the mechanical design and integration of high-lift devices, ensuring robust architecture and kinematic performance. Collaborate across teams to translate requirements into innovative solutions, g...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $185K *

Engage in the design and integration of high-lift devices, leading mechanical architecture and kinematic development from concept to testing. Collaborate across teams to ensure safety, functionality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $112K *

Contribute to innovative packaging solutions for medical devices, ensuring compliance and functionality. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and drive continuous improvement in a fast...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $205K *

Lead the charge in developing and sustaining test programs for ASIC and Embedded Logic devices, ensuring quality and efficiency in production while collaborating with global teams to drive cost-effect...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $112K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing packaging systems for medical devices. You'll lead projects, ensure compliance, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation and continuous improvem...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by providing engineering analysis and design support for complex projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure product quality and compliance while applying innovative solutions in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Champion the development of embedded software for advanced radar systems, enabling innovative technology for commercial applications. Collaborate on critical projects, ensuring high-performance code a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.