Remote Research Engineer – Electrical, Mechanical & Chemical

About the role

We are seeking a PhD‑qualified Research Engineer to join a global research services leader on a contract basis. The position is fully remote and focuses on developing and optimizing advanced engineering solutions across electrical, mechanical and chemical domains.

Key responsibilities

• Design, simulate and validate electrical, mechanical or chemical systems according to project specifications.
• Perform theoretical modeling and experimental validation to ensure performance and reliability.
• Develop and refine algorithms or processes that improve efficiency and scalability of engineering solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation and presentations for stakeholders and leadership.
• Provide expert troubleshooting and optimization recommendations for existing systems.

Required profile

• PhD in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Proven experience in applied research, system design or process optimization within the relevant engineering discipline.
• Strong ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical, scalable solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder updates.

Required skills

• Proficiency with simulation tools such as COMSOL, ANSYS, MATLAB or SPICE.
• Experience with data analysis, statistics and experimental design methodologies.

What we offer

• Contract engagement with an hourly rate of $80‑$90.
• Opportunity to work on high‑impact, cutting‑edge projects with a global leader.
• Fully remote, work‑from‑anywhere environment.