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The Electrical Design Engineer will work across a variety of functional groups that are directly involved in engineering, product development, and some R&D. The Electrical Design Engineer will also ...

The R+D team is cross functional, and works closely with Embedded Software Engineers, Mechanical ... Electronic design; - * Digital circuit design including components such as Microprocessors, DSP ...

Sr R&D Engineer

Garland, TX

$101.40K - $139.30K/yr

Job Title: Sr R amp;D Engineer Job Family: Engineering Company: Paligen Aerospace and Defense, LLC ... This role bridges design and production, ensuring new ideas are viable for large-scale ...

Sr. R&M Engineer

Oshkosh, WI · On-site

$73.20K - $117.80K/yr

Senior Reliability Engineer will be responsible for interpretation, planning, and execution of ... Work with Test and Development, Design Engineering, and subcontractors to develop product lifecycle ...

FPGA Design Engineer

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

... R&D. These are exciting projects targeted to address challenging real-world communication needs. The Senior FPGA / RTL Design Engineer position will be based at Silvus headquarters in the heart of ...

Our collaborative teams deliver mission-critical R amp;D pre-validation services that lay the ... DESCRIPTION Senior Design Engineers apply engineering theory and real-world experience to design ...

F.R. § 772.1). The International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the Export ... AD&D * Paid Vacation & Personal Days * 9 Paid Holidays * Advancement/Career Path Opportunities

Sr. R&M Engineer

Harrison, WI · On-site

$73.20K - $117.80K/yr

Senior Reliability Engineer will be responsible for interpretation, planning, and execution of ... Work with Test and Development, Design Engineering, and subcontractors to develop product lifecycle ...

F.R. § 772.1). The International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the Export ... AD&D * Paid Vacation & Personal Days * 9 Paid Holidays * Advancement/Career Path Opportunities

R/D Engineer II

Boston, MA

$113.50K - $155.90K/yr

A Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for supporting controls development efforts for the next-generation MIS platform, including: - Design, model, evaluate algorithms for real-time motion ...

R & D Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$68.70K - $88.40K/yr

The R&D Engineer plays a key role in the design, development, and successful introduction of new products, while also improving existing product lines. This position supports cross-functional teams ...

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How much do senior r&d design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior r&d design engineer in the United States is $134,577.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $157,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Senior R&D Design Engineer vs Mechanical Design Engineer?

AspectSenior R&D Design EngineerMechanical Design Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering or related field; experience in R&DBachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentResearch labs, innovation centers, product development teamsDesign offices, manufacturing facilities, product development teams
Industry UsageUsed in companies focusing on product innovation and researchUsed across manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and consumer products
Comparison Search IntentUnderstanding advanced R&D roles and responsibilitiesFocus on mechanical design tasks and technical skills

The main difference is that a Senior R&D Design Engineer focuses on innovative research and development projects, often leading new product concepts, while a Mechanical Design Engineer primarily concentrates on designing and developing mechanical components and systems. Both roles require strong engineering credentials, but the Senior R&D role emphasizes research, experimentation, and innovation within a collaborative environment.

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Infographic showing various Senior R&D Design Engineer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,577 per year, or $64.7 per hour.
Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer

Go McPherson

Mcpherson, KS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

Job Description
Electrical Design Engineer
As a member of the engineering staff, the Electrical Design Engineer must be accomplished, self-motivated, with the ability to design, maintain and support our industry-leading products and systems. The Electrical Design Engineer will work across a variety of functional groups that are directly involved in engineering, product development, and some R&D. The Electrical Design Engineer will also act as the resident subject matter expert in making critical design decisions, ongoing standards, and improvements over time.
Essential Functions
• Evaluates electrical systems, products, components, and applications by researching specifications and designing complete systems; applying knowledge of electricity and materials.
• Develops electrical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
• Develops manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for building and assembling electrical components; soliciting observations from operators.
• Prepares product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with federal and state regulations.
• Develops and maintains electrical design standards and a product database using relevant and effective computer programs for the purpose; entering data.
• Guides electrical designers in critical design decisions and standards.
• Performs various R&D when determining the viability of new electrical design solutions as needed.
• Coordinates with mechanical designers as needed to ensure integrated designs.
• Acts independently to make design decisions within given parameters and requirements.
• Participates in relationships with partner vendors to coordinate future design directions.
• Completes projects by training and guiding technicians on critical electrical design elements.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Familiar with PLC Programming is a plus, but not necessary.
• Travel may be required.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
Competencies
• Technical Capacity.
• Problem Solving, Analysis, Troubleshooting
• Communication Proficiency
• Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others
• Compliance with all safety rules and guidelines
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a positive team attitude.
• Consistently adhere to assigned work schedule, ensuring punctuality and reliability.
• Ability to work independently making design decisions.
Required Education and Experience
• Bachelor's Degree in relevant electrical design field
• Competent in the use of electrical engineering software
• Strong understanding of electrical manufacturing processes
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proven track record of developing solutions that accomplish all machine requirements, customer requirements, and regulation requirements.
All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen.
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