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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$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you facilitate multi-million dollar construction projects, overseeing operations, quality control, and compliance in a fast-paced biopharma environment. Drive success while ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $140K *

Shape the future of construction project management by providing vital technical and administrative support to ensure the success of Bond funded projects, while collaborating with diverse teams and st...

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

$80K - $95K *

Design and implement automated material handling systems, managing projects from concept to installation. Collaborate with teams to innovate solutions and support business development while ensuring q...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading process improvements and technical management in manufacturing. Drive efficiency, enhance safety practices, and support quality initiatives to optimize operations and reduc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and optimize commissioning activities for semiconductor manufacturing. Drive technical excellence, mentor engineers, and ensure seamless project execution while collaborati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $110K *

Unlock potential by supporting complex infrastructure for media clients. Ensure secure, scalable environments across networking, storage, and collaboration platforms while providing exceptional client...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading technical projects to enhance the performance and reliability of utility-scale PV inverters. Collaborate with teams to optimize operations, troubleshoot issues, and impleme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by enhancing the performance and reliability of utility-scale PV inverters. Lead technical projects, provide real-time support, and implement innovative solutions to optimize operatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Help us optimize the performance of utility-scale PV inverters by providing technical expertise, leading improvement projects, and supporting operations to enhance reliability and reduce costs across...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $140K *

Transform the customer experience by ensuring software reliability and performance. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance product development and operational efficiency while leveraging your exper...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Innovate manufacturing processes by designing and improving fabrication equipment. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and operational efficiency while leading projects from concep...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform manufacturing processes by applying engineering principles to enhance safety, quality, and productivity. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with operational standa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $157K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in energetic manufacturing processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget while enhancing operational e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $193K *

Innovate your career with a dynamic team focused on developing cutting-edge solid oxide fuel cell technologies. Lead the design, testing, and analysis of advanced materials and components to drive per...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing advanced electrical systems for analytical instruments, collaborating across disciplines to ensure seamless integration from concept to production while men...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$103K - $191K *

Join a team that drives innovative engineering solutions, leading projects and providing technical expertise. You'll enhance our competitive edge while tackling complex assignments and championing qua...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $110K *

Design efficient solar PV projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to adapt designs for site conditions, ensuring compliance with codes from initiation to completion...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $108K *

Join a dynamic team as you investigate and resolve quality issues in manufacturing. Utilize your engineering expertise to drive corrective actions, enhance product quality, and improve operational per...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$76K - $90K *

Reimagine manufacturing excellence by leading technical initiatives that enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and support new product launches. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing a diverse team, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and fostering collaboration across functions to drive innovative product solutions and continu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Drive the development and improvement of electronic production test systems and processes, collaborating cross-functionally to ensure quality and efficiency in manufacturing and new product introducti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$69K - $99K *

Shape the future of electric utility distribution by leading project teams, conducting analyses, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate on innovative designs and support construc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$69K - $99K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   5 - 7 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.