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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Senior Engineer - Application (Substation)
$110K - $130K *
Empower high voltage substation projects by providing technical expertise, leading RFQ processes, and ensuring successful installations. Collaborate with customers and vendors to deliver optimal solut...
2 weeks ago
Senior Engineer - Application (Substation)
$110K - $130K *
Lead the technical sales process for high voltage substation projects, providing expert solutions and support throughout the RFQ process, installation, and commissioning to ensure customer satisfactio...
2 weeks ago
Senior Engineer - Application (Substation)
$100K - $120K *
Engage with us to drive technical sales proposals for high voltage substation projects. As a Senior Application Engineer, you'll provide expert solutions, support customers through the RFQ process, an...
2 weeks ago
Test Equipment Engineering - Electrical/Software Engineer (Onsite)
$68K - $131K *
Lead the charge in designing and developing advanced aerospace test systems. Utilize your expertise in LabVIEW and electrical engineering to create innovative solutions for military and commercial app...
4 days ago
$88K - $95K *
Contribute to the design and integration of safety systems for nuclear power projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and performance needs while collaborating across disciplines to enh...
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$88K - $95K *
Pioneer the development of safety-class digital I&C systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating across disciplines to deliver robust system architecture and specificatio...
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Electrical Engineer (Data Centers)
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of data center projects by leading electrical design efforts, mentoring interns, and collaborating with multi-discipline teams to deliver innovative solutions and ensure compliance wi...
1 week ago
Electrical Engineer (Data Centers)
$80K - $95K *
Transform your career by leading innovative electrical designs for Data Center projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor emerging talent, and ensure compliance with industry standards while del...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Accelerate progress at test operations by developing solutions, managing technician performance, and ensuring compliance. Maintain equipment and collaborate cross-functionally to meet customer satisfa...
Reposted 4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading electrical engineering projects, conducting system studies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovati...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Champion reliability solutions for semiconductor devices, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product qualification and performance in Automotive and Industrial markets, while driving...
1 week ago
$101K - $500K+*
Innovate in a dynamic environment as you enhance automated manufacturing systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop test solutions, analyze data, and ensure quality in product transfe...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $125K *
Lead the charge in designing and validating innovative electrical systems. Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues while providing exceptional support to customers and dr...
1 week ago
Mechanical Engineer (Sustaining Engineer)
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in developing advanced beamline systems, collaborating with engineering teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability while managing projects efficiently and training staff in as...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Innovate solutions as you bridge the gap between engineering and business, driving product development and customer satisfaction while enhancing technical capabilities and optimizing designs for marke...
4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead innovative solutions in power system protection by leveraging expertise in engineering to mentor teams, drive project execution, and enhance client relations while ensuring high standards of safe...
3 weeks ago
Test Engineering, Electrical Designer, Sustaining
$85K - $103K *
Optimize test engineering solutions by enhancing fixture designs and supporting production processes. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and improve test coverage for advanced optical systems, ens...
1 week ago
ENGINEER IV - SYSTEMS ENGINEER
$115K - $135K *
Contribute to multidisciplinary systems engineering, driving technical scope to completion. Oversee integration and verification across various domains, ensuring quality and collaboration in deliverin...
3 weeks ago
ERO Compliance Engineering Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Make your mark at the forefront of compliance engineering, driving the development and improvement of ERO compliance programs. Lead strategic initiatives, mentor junior staff, and navigate complex reg...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $100K *
Elevate manufacturing efficiency by applying engineering principles and lean methodologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance process reliability and reduce variability in the product...
1 week ago
Advanced Electrical Engineer R&D
$88K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team to design and implement electrical control systems, enhancing R&D and manufacturing processes. Collaborate across departments to drive innovation and improve product quality while...
Reposted 1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Manage custom equipment design projects for food and beverage clients, guiding initiatives from concept to installation. Leverage technical expertise and project leadership to deliver manufacturable s...
3 days ago
Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Energy & Industrial Group
$118K - $180K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing electrical engineering solutions across diverse projects, from power plant retrofits to renewable energy installations. Collaborate with experts to tackle com...
2 weeks ago
Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Energy & Industrial Group
$118K - $180K *
Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading innovative projects in power generation and industrial facilities. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, troubleshoot, and optimize electrica...
2 weeks ago
Lead Electrical Engineer 1 - Energy & Industrial Group
$118K - $180K *
Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering projects in power generation and industrial facilities. Collaborate with teams to design, troubleshoot, and optimize electrical systems while ensurin...
2 weeks ago
What does an equipment engineer do?
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?
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?
Equipment engineers work in industries such as manufacturing, semiconductors, energy, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, aerospace, and technology, among others.
What skills are important for equipment engineers?
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?
Ladders specializes in vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and role; check individual listings for details.