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A Research and Development Engineer designs and tests innovative technologies to meet industry needs, collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and performance.

    • 1.037 AI Exposure: High

      This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.

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  • This role has a high level of AI exposure. While some human skills are required, many tasks could be automated or replaced by new technology.
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      • TAS
AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

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Research and Development Engineer careers

A Research and Development Engineer creates and tests new technologies and solutions to meet industry needs and advance innovation. You might work on developing prototypes, conducting experiments, or analysing data to improve products or processes. Research and Development Engineers focus on driving technological advancements by applying scientific and engineering principles. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, test, and refine new concepts and ensure they meet performance and regulatory standards.

Research and Development Engineers play a key role in shaping future technologies. You’ll need strong problem-solving skills and a keen interest in innovation and research. You’ll liaise with project managers, scientists, and engineers to ensure successful development and implementation of cutting-edge solutions.