Explore Equipment Engineer Jobs

Equipment engineers design, develop, maintain, and improve the machinery and systems that power manufacturing, energy, healthcare, technology, and other industries. Their work helps organizations operate safely, reliably, and efficiently—from selecting equipment and overseeing installation to troubleshooting failures and optimizing performance.

Discover vetted Equipment Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Find positions that match your experience in equipment design, reliability, maintenance, automation, or manufacturing engineering.

What Equipment Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and industry, but often include evaluating equipment requirements, creating specifications, coordinating procurement and installation, and ensuring systems meet performance and safety standards. Equipment engineers may also investigate breakdowns, lead preventive maintenance and reliability initiatives, analyze operating data, and work with cross-functional teams to improve production.

Common Equipment Engineer Specialties

Equipment engineering roles can focus on manufacturing machinery, semiconductor tools, medical devices, industrial systems, energy infrastructure, or process equipment. Related specialties include equipment design, field service, reliability engineering, maintenance engineering, automation, and capital project engineering.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or another relevant engineering discipline, along with practical experience working with complex equipment. Useful qualifications include knowledge of CAD and engineering analysis tools, equipment troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, preventive maintenance, safety standards, project management, and vendor coordination. Requirements vary by role and industry.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Equipment engineers can advance into senior engineering, reliability leadership, operations, project management, or engineering management roles. Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, specialization, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles aligned with their career goals.

Find Your Next Equipment Engineering Role

Browse Equipment Engineer jobs on Ladders to explore opportunities across industries. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to roles that fit your expertise and ambitions.

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$124K - $186K *

Transform operations by providing engineering support to optimize polyethylene production, ensuring safety and efficiency while meeting production targets. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $183K *

Unlock your potential by driving product performance and customer satisfaction through innovative solutions, technical support, and effective training. Collaborate with teams to enhance product reliab...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $166K *

Lead the charge in optimizing plant engineering and maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with environmental standards while fostering a safe and efficient work environment through effective tea...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform mission capabilities as a Hardware Engineer, collaborating in a multi-discipline team to innovate and implement cutting-edge radar technology for Space Domain and Missile Warning systems...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower engineering excellence by leading electrical design and automation projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring staff and managing resources ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology, where you'll innovate and develop cutting-edge software solutions. Collaborate with talented engineers in a dynamic environment that fosters cr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of vehicle electrical systems by defining next-gen architectures. Tackle complex challenges in hardware design and systems engineering while translating vehicle goals into scalable st...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining the design of specialty gas and chemical distribution systems. Leverage your expertise in hazardous materials and ultra-high-purity systems to lead projects across semico...

1 week ago

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

$64K - $95K *

Pioneer the mechanical design of aircraft engine nacelle components. Collaborate with manufacturers and vendors to define system architecture, generate technical data packages, and ensure compliance w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$64K - $95K *

Drive the mechanical design of aircraft engine nacelle components, collaborating with manufacturers and vendors to ensure compliance with technical requirements while generating detailed technical dat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electronics manufacturing by executing complex engineering tasks, optimizing processes, and driving continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-funct...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$59K - $118K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing system performance and security. You'll support server configurations, conduct performance analyses, and implement solutions to enhance operational efficienc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $119K *

Transform the engineering documentation process by managing ECOs, PDM, and ERP systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate data control and provide support for engineering functions, enhancing...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $120K *

Engineer and lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver innovative solutions for military systems, overseeing the entire program lifecycle from design to production while ensuring compliance with custom...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative solutions for military systems by managing a multidisciplinary team through the entire program lifecycle, ensuring compliance with customer requirements and ef...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Drive your career forward by supporting critical PNT systems for the U.S. Space Force. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute test plans, analyze data, and ensure system performance in a d...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to execute systems engineering and testing for PNT systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and reliability for U.S. Space Force programs in a fast...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $130K *

Drive innovation by transforming engineering concepts into precise mechanical designs. Collaborate with senior engineers to develop next-gen centrifuge components, ensuring accuracy and manufacturabil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $135K *

Take ownership of engineering projects from kick-off to handover, leading design efforts for automated storage solutions while collaborating with clients and internal teams to ensure timely and budget...

Romeoville, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing plant operations through engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and ensure system reli...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $135K *

Develop and design cutting-edge utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects. Collaborate with a skilled engineering team to create high-quality electrical solutions while managing multiple projects effic...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy through the design of utility-scale solar PV and battery storage systems. Collaborate with experienced engineers and drive the successful exec...

Denver, CORemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$71K - $105K *

Drive innovative designs for power solutions in mission-critical environments. Collaborate with teams to create custom enclosures, ensuring efficient production and exceptional client support while ma...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $217K *

Transform the future of manufacturing by leading Integration Engineering for new technologies. Drive product readiness, connect business demand with tech strategies, and ensure seamless transitions fr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $151K *

Take ownership of sustainability projects by providing engineering support for capital construction and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful project delivery...

6 days ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an equipment engineer do?question toggle

    An equipment engineer helps specify, design, install, maintain, and improve machinery or technical systems. Typical work includes troubleshooting, reliability improvements, safety compliance, and coordinating equipment projects.

  • What qualifications are needed for equipment engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or a related engineering field, plus experience with relevant equipment. Specific requirements depend on the industry, seniority, and role.

  • Which industries hire equipment engineers?question toggle

    Equipment engineers work in industries such as manufacturing, semiconductors, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, and technology, among others.

  • What skills are important for equipment engineers?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include equipment design and analysis, troubleshooting, reliability and maintenance practices, root-cause analysis, safety knowledge, project coordination, and communication with technical and operations teams.

  • Do Equipment Engineer jobs on Ladders pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders specializes in vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and role; check individual listings for details.