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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$95K - $115K *

Transform municipal wastewater infrastructure by leading design and delivery of innovative projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance community impact through effective engineering...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating medical technology by designing and verifying mechanical components for advanced MR systems. Collaborate across functions to deliver reliable solutions that...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform customer verification processes by leading VCS simulation deployments, diagnosing complex issues, and enhancing workflows. Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to ensure successful too...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform energy solutions as a project engineer, leading the implementation of utility-scale projects. Collaborate across teams to design, execute, and integrate advanced energy storage systems that...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform technology infrastructure by leading engineering, administration, and optimization efforts across systems, networks, and cloud operations. Drive cross-functional projects while ensuring robu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$59K - $118K *

Engage in system administration and performance analysis, ensuring optimal server configurations and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve incidents and enhance system reliabili...

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$80K - $95K *

Optimize facilities operations by managing projects and maintenance programs across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams and contractors to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant building syste...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of IT infrastructure by managing Microsoft 365, enhancing cybersecurity, and optimizing network systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational resilience and support busines...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $140K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Electrical Engineer, leading innovative projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver exceptional electrical design solutions while...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $140K *

Pioneer innovative electrical design solutions while leading projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure compliance and efficiency, mentoring junior engine...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team focused on ensuring supplier quality through assessments and audits, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and optimizing supply chain strategies for enhanced performance and operati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $141K *

Unlock your potential by supporting the manufacturing and integration of cutting-edge semiconductor inspection equipment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and relia...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a team to ensure the safety, reliability, and performance of nuclear facilities, while fostering talent and managing resources across multiple projects and oper...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Innovate in a dynamic role driving applications for protection and small signals products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and support new releases while ensurin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $108K *

Accelerate innovation by developing design solutions for new and existing products. Collaborate cross-functionally to lead projects from concept to production, ensuring quality and efficiency througho...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $105K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $170K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.