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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$86K - $129K *

Partner with us to enhance customer experience by applying advanced optical inspection technologies. Travel to client sites for training, troubleshooting, and support, while optimizing product perform...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform complex engineering projects by leading a team of specialists in BAS and EPMS designs for critical data center sectors, ensuring high quality and timely deliverables while mentoring talent a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion efficient manufacturing processes by developing workflows, optimizing layouts, and leading new program launches. Ensure quality and effectiveness while mentoring junior engineers and addressi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Elevate the future of autonomy by managing Linux mission computers, integrating high-bandwidth sensors, and optimizing real-time data paths for advanced perception and decision-making in challenging e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing an AI-driven autonomy stack for challenging environments. Own the Linux mission computer, integrating sensors and optimizing real-time performance while collaborating wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate production efficiency by leveraging data analytics to optimize assembly processes. Lead initiatives that enhance performance metrics and collaborate with teams to refine manufacturing operatio...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $90K *

Engineer innovative manufacturing processes to enhance quality, reduce costs, and optimize production flow. Collaborate across departments to ensure product manufacturability and safety while driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $152K *

Empower innovation as you design and optimize complex systems in the semiconductor industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality solutions that meet market demands and excee...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support engineering operations, ensuring optimal maintenance and guest satisfaction. Collaborate with leadership to oversee repairs, manage staff, and uphold safety standards in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$108K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to ensure mission assurance for launch programs, managing resources and communications with key stakeholders while driving project success and team performance in a fas...

3 days ago

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

$85K - $110K *

Champion quality excellence by ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality, train personnel, and drive metrics that meet customer...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $110K *

Contribute to quality assurance processes by ensuring compliance and continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to enhance product quality, train personnel, and manage customer complaints while dr...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $222K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance nuclear power plant efficiency through consulting, engineering proposals, and technical leadership. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior staff while driving innova...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $222K *

Lead engineering initiatives to enhance power output in nuclear plants, managing resources and client interactions while mentoring junior staff. Drive technical evaluations and proposals to ensure com...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $216K *

Optimize digital transformation by leading AI, automation, and enterprise application solutions. Collaborate across departments to boost productivity and reduce reliance on key personnel while ensurin...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $116K *

Lead the charge in enhancing manufacturing processes to minimize waste and elevate product quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure operational excel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to design and ensure quality for underground telecom infrastructure. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for fiber optic networks and utility p...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and quality assurance of telecom infrastructure projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for underground conduit sys...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

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

$105K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and executing overhead transmission line projects. Collaborate across disciplines, mentor junior engineers, and ensure project quality and safety while engaging with c...

Pasadena, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $127K *

Lead manufacturing engineering projects with minimal oversight, optimizing processes and enhancing efficiency. Collaborate across departments, mentor junior engineers, and drive continuous improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $105K *

Inspire innovation as you design and develop cutting-edge electrical systems, collaborating with a talented team to advance imaging technologies and support product performance for our premier CTP Out...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to high-performance computing sustainment by managing multi-vendor servers and clusters. Engage in system administration, troubleshooting, and optimization while collaborating with skilled...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Help us enhance semiconductor testing by providing expert support and troubleshooting for automated test equipment. Engage with customers and collaborate across teams to ensure optimal performance and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Transform manufacturing processes by providing technical leadership and problem-solving support. Collaborate with teams to enhance communication, drive continuous improvement, and ensure adherence to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Innovate processes to enhance metallurgical integrity and cost efficiency in investment casting for aerospace components, collaborating with teams to optimize production and maintain customer relation...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.