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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$81K - $111K *

Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance manufacturing processes through effective equipment maintenance and innovative improvements. Drive performance and develop engineers by sharing expertise in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $111K *

Accelerate progress at manufacturing facilities by diagnosing equipment issues, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with supervisors to ensure optimal performance and operati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Optimize plant performance by providing engineering support, ensuring safety, and enhancing production efficiency in a dynamic operating environment. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing semiconductor manufacturing processes. Support assembly, integration, and testing of complex systems while developing your engineering skills in a dynamic, ha...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $92K *

Contribute to the assembly and testing of advanced semiconductor equipment, enhancing production efficiency and quality. Collaborate with engineers to learn manufacturing processes and troubleshooting...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive production excellence by managing projects, optimizing operations, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance asset performance and ensure safety compliance in a dynamic environme...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $188K *

Join a team that's redefining systems engineering by leading complex projects, defining requirements, and driving innovative solutions while collaborating with customers and guiding junior engineers t...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$69K - $99K *

Develop process designs and calculations for diverse projects, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. Engage in safety reviews and support construction efforts while maintaining effective commu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovation in electrical engineering by enhancing plant control systems, troubleshooting complex electrical issues, and leading automation projects to optimize production efficiency and reliabil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Join us to provide expert technical support for power quality solutions, collaborating with sales and engineering teams to drive customer success and enhance market growth through innovative solutions...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic engineering team in the development of innovative orthopedic products, ensuring project success through collaboration across functions and effective management of resources f...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative solutions by transforming customer requests into actionable engineering designs. Collaborate across teams to ensure feasibility and production readiness, while enhancing existing p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. Drive efficiency through statistical analysis, enhance product quality, and collaborate to meet customer needs in an innovative...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive reliability improvements in rotating equipment by identifying issues, developing action plans, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and performance in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $171K *

Lead the design and troubleshooting of complex electrical systems, guiding projects and junior engineers while generating specifications and test reports with minimal supervision. Collaborate on innov...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Shape the future of plant safety and efficiency by providing essential electrical and instrumentation support. Collaborate with operations to optimize maintenance practices and continuous improvement...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Develop impactful solutions by closely engaging with customers. Design, build, and iterate across the entire stack to address real-time challenges while fostering a collaborative and high-performance...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of semiconductor technology by developing advanced processes and enhancing equipment compatibility. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive innovation and improve production efficienc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $192K *

Lead the charge in advancing semiconductor processes by developing innovative formulations, enhancing manufacturing techniques, and collaborating with diverse teams to drive next-gen product success a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Unlock potential by providing essential support to construction management teams, ensuring projects remain organized and on track through diligent record-keeping, communication, and follow-up. Join us...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Drive project success by managing engineering initiatives from kickoff to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, budget, and timelines are met while maintaining strong co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $180K *

Transform semiconductor device testing by designing automation and test structures. Collaborate with engineers to enhance CMOS characterization processes in a dynamic startup atmosphere, contributing...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $200K *

Design and build robust backend infrastructure for an innovative semiconductor fab. Manage systems that enable high performance and reliability while working closely with hardware. Bring hands-on expe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage with our dynamic engineering team as you design and model innovative refrigerant and water piping systems using Solidworks, ensuring precision in product documentation and lifecycle management...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to provide technical support for U.S./UK Joint Programs, ensuring compliance and effective communication between U.S. Navy and NNSA customers. Lead meetings, manage documentation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.