Explore Engineering Technician Jobs

Engineering technicians help turn engineering plans into reliable products, systems, and processes. They support engineers and technical teams by building and testing prototypes, collecting and analyzing data, troubleshooting equipment, and documenting results. Opportunities span industries such as aerospace, manufacturing, electronics, energy, telecommunications, and medical devices.

On Ladders, explore vetted professional opportunities, including Engineering Technician roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. These higher-paying positions may be found in specialized fields, advanced industries, or senior and highly experienced roles. Compensation depends on factors such as location, employer, industry, experience, and technical expertise.

What Does an Engineering Technician Do?

Day-to-day responsibilities vary by specialty and employer. Engineering technicians may assemble or modify equipment, conduct laboratory or field tests, inspect components, interpret engineering drawings, maintain test instruments, and troubleshoot technical issues. They also record findings, prepare reports, and collaborate with engineers, production teams, quality specialists, and suppliers.

Common Engineering Technician Specialties

Job titles may reflect a particular discipline or work environment. Common specialties include electrical, mechanical, civil, manufacturing, quality, environmental, aerospace, and electronics engineering technology. Technicians may focus on product development, production support, testing, maintenance, calibration, or field service.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers often look for practical technical knowledge, careful attention to detail, troubleshooting ability, and clear communication. Depending on the role, useful capabilities may include reading schematics and technical drawings, using measurement tools, operating test equipment, following safety and quality procedures, and working with computer-aided design (CAD) or data-analysis software. An associate degree or other technical training is common, while specialized experience, certifications, or a bachelor’s degree may be valued for advanced positions.

Career Growth and Higher-Paying Opportunities

Engineering technicians can build expertise in a technical specialty, take on more complex testing or project responsibilities, or move into senior technician, field service, quality, manufacturing, or technical leadership roles. Advanced skills in areas such as automation, instrumentation, semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace systems, or regulated product testing can help candidates stand out. Explore current Ladders listings to find vetted roles that match your experience and compensation goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Develop and execute strategies to achieve project milestones, coordinating across teams to ensure successful new model launches while managing KPIs and reporting structures effectively...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in designing high voltage transmission lines, managing complex engineering projects, and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with a dedicated team to drive innovation and elevate e...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Empower your engineering career by designing high voltage transmission lines. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges and drive innovative solutions in a hybrid work environment a...

St. John's, NLIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in designing high voltage transmission lines, managing complex projects, and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with a dedicated team to drive innovation and excellence in infrast...

Markham, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Transform your engineering career by leading innovative transmission line projects. Collaborate with a dedicated team to design high voltage systems, ensuring excellence in execution and professional...

Kelowna, BCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in designing high voltage transmission lines and structures, ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver innovative solutions for major...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead innovative transmission line projects, leveraging your engineering expertise to design high voltage systems. Collaborate with a dedicated team to tackle complex challenges and drive infrastructur...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in high voltage transmission line design. Leverage your engineering expertise to tackle complex challenges and lead projects that shape Canada's infrastructure wh...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Elevate engineering excellence by designing high voltage transmission lines and structures. Collaborate with a dedicated team to tackle complex projects, ensuring innovative solutions and professional...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in energy transition projects. Leverage your engineering expertise to design high voltage transmission lines and structures, while collaborating with a dedicated...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize high voltage transmission line designs, ensuring compliance and innovation. Collaborate with a dedicated team to tackle complex engineering challenges while fostering professional growth and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $93K *

Elevate plant operations by maintaining and troubleshooting electrical systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance equipment relia...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$129K - $239K *

Drive project excellence as a Project Engineer, collaborating with diverse teams to manage technical scope, cost, and schedule while ensuring alignment with program objectives and delivering value-foc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $269K *

Manage project execution for the Fleet Ballistic Missiles program, collaborating with Navy and Lockheed Martin stakeholders to drive risk management and program success through effective communication...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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Lead the execution of engineering projects within the FBM program, collaborating with Navy stakeholders to drive program success, manage risks, and ensure compliance with engineering standards and cus...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $170K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$63K - $111K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Empower production excellence by overseeing chemical processes, ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency. Lead a team to meet delivery demands while optimizing operations and maintaining compliance wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $108K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$114K *

Join a team that supports engineering and construction projects at a major airport, ensuring smooth project delivery by coordinating with multiple stakeholders while minimizing impacts on passenger op...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Develop innovative telematics and sensing products, leading designs from concept to production while ensuring regulatory compliance and supporting hardware architecture with cross-functional teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Innovate infrastructure management by overseeing civil engineering projects, integrating vital data, and developing lifecycle strategies to enhance facility health and investment prioritization at mil...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $500K+*

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $500K+*

Drive innovative power solutions for cutting-edge AI data centers, managing power architecture from rack to chip. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure efficiency and performance in high-power desi...

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an engineering technician do?question toggle

    An engineering technician supports the design, development, testing, production, or maintenance of engineering systems and products. Typical work includes testing equipment, troubleshooting issues, collecting data, interpreting technical drawings, and documenting results.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for engineering technician jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by specialty. Many roles seek an associate degree or technical training, hands-on experience, and familiarity with tools, test equipment, drawings, and safety procedures. Some advanced or specialized positions may prefer certifications or a bachelor’s degree.

  • Can engineering technicians earn $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Some specialized, senior, or high-demand Engineering Technician roles pay $100,000 or more. Salary varies by industry, location, experience, responsibilities, and technical specialization.

  • Which industries hire engineering technicians?question toggle

    Engineering technicians work in industries including aerospace, electronics, manufacturing, energy, telecommunications, construction, medical devices, and environmental services.

  • How can I find higher-paying Engineering Technician jobs?question toggle

    Focus your search on specialties and industries aligned with your experience, highlight measurable technical accomplishments, and consider roles requiring advanced testing, troubleshooting, automation, or regulated-industry expertise. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.