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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$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading strategic projects, fostering client relationships, and driving team growth in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and excellence in the A...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive electrical and instrumentation maintenance, ensuring safe execution of tasks while mentoring staff and managing projects within budget and timelines. Collaborate with teams to enhance training a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance of electrical systems in manufacturing. Oversee inspections, develop test procedures, and manage documentation while adhering to ind...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you lead the development and validation of standardized electrical solutions for innovative fuel cell power systems, ensuring compliance and performance excellence in a dynami...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Develop innovative electrical designs and schematics, ensuring quality and performance across projects. Collaborate with teams on troubleshooting, configuration, and production support with occasional...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you oversee construction at an advanced mining project, ensuring adherence to design, safety, and quality standards while driving collaboration and compliance across multiple...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a leadership role overseeing IEA reliability programs, enhancing equipment safety and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize maintenance strategies and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate packaging solutions by leading design and implementation for a new distribution center. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, enhance quality, and drive cost savings while establishi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $94K *

Unlock potential by applying Lean principles to enhance manufacturing efficiency, reduce costs, and drive productivity improvements through data analysis and cross-functional collaboration in a dynami...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$73K - $95K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by ensuring compliance with standards, conducting audits, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while managing supplier rela...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $222K *

Transform the future of energy by leading electrical engineering projects, ensuring successful deliverables, and mentoring a dynamic team in a hybrid work environment focused on nuclear power solution...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $222K *

Advance your career by leading innovative electrical engineering projects at a nuclear power facility. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to troubleshoot, design, and deliver high-quality solutio...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $222K *

Lead and mentor a team in tackling complex electrical engineering projects, ensuring successful delivery and client satisfaction while coordinating multi-discipline efforts in the nuclear power sector...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $123K *

Shape the future of project management by supporting dynamic teams, tracking action items, and facilitating communication. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success and deliver impactful...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Elevate reliability standards by leading innovative testing strategies for critical plant subsystems, ensuring long-lasting performance and safety in cutting-edge energy solutions. Collaborate with te...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Explore your potential as a Marine Engineer, enhancing vessel modernization for military projects. Collaborate with various teams to deliver technical solutions and support data management throughout...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Drive the integration of complex systems for Aircraft Launch and Recovery Equipment, collaborating with diverse teams to solve multifaceted challenges and optimize life-cycle performance while ensurin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions by integrating legacy systems with advanced technologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage technical efforts, ensuring effective system design and lifecycle optimiza...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of technical sales by engaging new clients, delivering tailored solutions, and cultivating lasting relationships. Drive revenue growth while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion project success by leading new product introductions, managing timelines, and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure safe, on-time, and budget-compliant launches while driving continuo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of beverage technology by leading design, development, and testing of innovative equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on designing and developing innovative beverage equipment. Lead projects from concept to production, utilizing advanced technologies and collaborating acro...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform military systems design and development by leveraging your expertise in electrical engineering. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects involving radar, RF systems, and advanced circuitry to en...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge electronic solutions for advanced applications, focusing on wireless sensor devices and robotics. Enhance team expertise while creating reliable electronic d...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $250K *

Innovate production test methodologies and automation tools for semiconductor devices, enhancing efficiency and quality. Collaborate across teams to drive new product introductions and optimize testin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.