Mid Level R D Engineering Jobs

Mid level r d engineering jobs go to engineers ready to own research initiatives end to end, drive design decisions with limited oversight, and mentor junior colleagues through complex problem-solving. Openings run across Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Medical Devices, with Riot Games, KPMG, and Laborie among the employers competing for r d engineering talent at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles83
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerRiot Games
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type94% On-site
Top industryManufacturing

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Hitachi Rail
Business R&D Team Leader (Professionals)
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Hitachi Rail
Added 3d ago
Business R&D Team Leader (Professionals)
Hitachi Rail
Alamo, Tennessee
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
On-Site
Master's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Bachem
R&D Chemist I/II/III
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Added 3d ago
R&D Chemist I/II/III
Bachem
Torrance, California
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$31 - $59/hr
Master's degree in chemistry
501-1,000

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Owens Corning
Sr Engineer R & D
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Owens Corning
Added 6d ago
Sr Engineer R & D
Owens Corning
Summit, Illinois
Specialized Engineering
Manufacturing Operations
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Amphenol
R&D Engineer
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R&D Engineer
Amphenol
Hampton, New Hampshire
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Optimal Inc.
Exterior Systems Design & Release (D&R) Engineer
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Optimal Inc.
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Exterior Systems Design & Release (D&R) Engineer
Optimal Inc.
Dearborn, Michigan
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Mid Level R D Engineering Job Market

Who's Hiring

Riot Games
Riot Games5 open roles
KPMG
KPMG4 open roles
Laborie
Laborie4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Manufacturing14
  • Technology & Software12
  • Medical Devices8
  • Distribution & Wholesale8
  • Electronics & Hardware7

Mid Level R D Engineering Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a mid level r d engineering job?

Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight projects where you drove decisions, solved ambiguous problems, or delivered measurable outcomes without close supervision. Tailor your resume to show progression in technical depth, not just years on the job. Employers at this level want evidence you can take a research question from scoping through execution with real accountability.

Which companies hire mid level r d engineerings?

Companies hiring mid level r d engineerings right now include Riot Games, KPMG, and Laborie, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level covers large manufacturers and technology firms running dedicated R&D programs as well as growth-stage companies building out their first engineering research functions.

Are there remote mid level r d engineering jobs?

Yes, though lab-dependent roles still require on-site presence for much of the work. About 6% of mid level r d engineering openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, concentrated in roles focused on computational research, data-driven development, and systems engineering where physical prototyping is not the primary output.

How do I move up to a mid level r d engineering role?

The path from entry level to mid level is built through demonstrated ownership over time. Focus on deepening expertise in a specific technical domain, volunteering for projects that require independent judgment, and documenting outcomes with measurable impact. Engineers who progress fastest take on scope beyond their assigned tasks, develop comfort with ambiguity, and build a record of reliable delivery across multiple project cycles.

Which industries hire the most mid level r d engineerings?

Mid Level r d engineering roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Technology & Software, and Medical Devices, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because their competitive advantage depends on sustained investment in applied research and next-generation product development.