Jobtree Logo small
Menu
SIGN UP|SIGN IN

Research Engineer Job Description

Next

Overview

research engineer
127
The number of occurrences in our database.
Use your resume to evaluate your fit with this role

Research engineers work in laboratories analyzing processes, conducting experiments, and designing new products and technology. Responsibilities of a research engineer include analyzing, implementing, and testing the materials developed in a research lab, drafting research and grant proposals, maintaining contact with research sponsors, creating designs for instruments or devices based on innovative concepts, and converting concepts into viable products.

See available jobs and Set Job Alerts
Jobs
Use comma to separate
indeedImg
Avg Pay: $107K
Jobs: 0
glassdoor
Avg Pay: $133K
Jobs: 2,861

Quick Facts about this role from the Jobtrees career database

See how many years Research Engineer's are in their job, how much they make, how long it took to get there and how available this job is in terms of open positions.

3.2 years
$120K
The average years of experience in the workforce prior to having this role
2.18 years
Experienced
The average number of roles it took our users to get to this one
3
2226 out of 4016

Connect and Share

See below anyone you’ve connected with on Jobtrees that have had this role in their career.
Networking with people already in the role or industry is a great way to land a job and to figure out if this is a job you want
Invite your friends and colleagues to Jobtrees to discover connections and learn insights on roles that interest you
Share your experienceInvite your friends
Haven’t signed up or shared your experience/resume with us yet? Its free to sign up and if you already have a current or old resume, both can be done in minutes.

Education you need to become a Research Engineer

These are the most common degrees or certificates earned by Jobtrees users prior to becoming a Research Engineer

There may be other required degrees or certifications needed for this job. The below info shows you the most commonly desired education level from employers when hiring for this job.

  • Bachelor Of Science (b.sc.) In Mechanical Engineering
    The number of occurrences matches with Research Engineer in our database.
    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$32,659Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Of Science (b.sc.) In Bioengineering
    The number of occurrences matches with Research Engineer in our database.
    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$39,121Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master Of Science (m.sc.) In Mechanical Engineering
    The number of occurrences matches with Research Engineer in our database.
    Avg. Duration:16 monthsAvg. Fees:$27,812Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Master Of Science (m.sc.) In Electrical Engineering
    The number of occurrences matches with Research Engineer in our database.
    Avg. Duration:15 monthsAvg. Fees:$27,700Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Doctor Of Philosophy (ph.d.) In Biomedical Engineering
    The number of occurrences matches with Research Engineer in our database.
    Avg. Duration:34 monthsAvg. Fees:$30,774Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
Data powered by Studyportals
Find trainings related to Research Engineer

Career Paths for Research Engineer

Find data driven insights on the path to get to this role and where it can lead

Jobs to start your career in becoming a Research Engineer

These are the most common roles Jobtrees users had to start their career that eventually lead them to Research Engineer. If you’re looking to get into this career these are jobs to consider to get your start. We’ve included below some current open job postings that match those roles. Click to search for more.