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 - $140K *

Drive technical leadership for customer deployments, ensuring solutions meet requirements from design to delivery. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and maintain quality throughout the project...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance engineering excellence in a GMP manufacturing environment, leading strategic initiatives, capital projects, and compliance efforts while fostering a high-performing team to ensure safe and eff...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform team performance and drive excellence in engineering operations while ensuring quality standards are met. This leadership role emphasizes mentorship, strategic resource management, and clien...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$230K - $350K *

Integrate and optimize autonomy components for mission success, ensuring seamless operation across systems. Collaborate with teams to develop robust testing frameworks and support deployment in dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion process engineering excellence by leading project portfolios and driving innovation. Balance technical direction with strategic execution to enhance capacity, yield, and cost-effectiveness wh...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$272K - $355K *

Transform backend engineering at a leading tech firm. Lead a team to build robust frameworks and libraries, enhancing product reliability and developer experience while tackling complex systems challe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Lead the optimization and maintenance of test equipment and processes, ensuring high-quality product testing and design verification. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $220K *

Design and optimize backend services and data pipelines to enhance field operations, ensuring reliable systems for asset management used by field crews and utilities while collaborating across teams t...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Help us improve operations by leading manufacturing engineering projects, enhancing safety, reducing costs, and driving strategic initiatives to optimize performance and team capabilities across funct...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to enhance manufacturing processes, improve quality, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across operations in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $146K *

Elevate equipment performance by leading strategic improvements and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and manage installation of new technol...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $146K *

Innovate and enhance CVD processes as a Principal Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive improvements in semiconductor fabrication, ensuring optimal equipment performance and pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $180K *

Drive innovation in power integrity solutions for high-speed data communication. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to design, validate, and implement cutting-edge power distribution systems fo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform cable and harness processes from prototype to production. Own technical oversight, develop manufacturing documentation, and ensure supplier compliance while driving continuous improvement in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in product onboarding for hyperscaler accounts. Lead cross-functional initiatives, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery while enhancing customer satisfaction...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$87K - $107K *

Lead a team to enhance manufacturing performance, ensuring safety and quality while driving innovative engineering solutions and managing projects up to $10 million. Collaborate across functions to op...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Champion engineering excellence by guiding payload and countermeasure development. As a trusted advisor, you'll evaluate designs, oversee milestones, and ensure cross-organization collaboration for ti...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $171K *

Engineer cutting-edge mechanical cooling and hydraulic systems for modular AI data centers. Drive design, integration, and commissioning of innovative solutions, ensuring efficiency and reliability ac...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $135K *

Join our team to manage and deliver impactful geotechnical projects by utilizing your advanced engineering skills, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation within transportation and infrastruct...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$147K - $196K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Product Quality Engineer, driving quality improvements in Electromagnetic Warfare products. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure reliability and excellence througho...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in embedded software development, leading cross-functional projects from design to production. Collaborate with experts to enhance software quality and functional...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $174K *

Innovate in the realm of robotics as a key contributor to advanced electromechanical systems. Drive cross-functional collaboration and lead compliance efforts to enhance patient care through cutting-e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $108K *

Advance your engineering career by designing nuclear electrical systems, analyzing complex projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and safety in innovative energy...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $210K *

Discover a dynamic role driving the development of analog and RF IC products. Collaborate across engineering, product, and operations to ensure successful program execution and delivery in a global, c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $165K *

Drive innovation in power semiconductor design by defining product concepts, performing simulations, and collaborating across teams to enhance product performance and efficiency in integrated power so...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.