Principal Reliability Engineer Jobs

Discover Principal Reliability Engineer opportunities on Ladders, a destination for vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Principal Reliability Engineers guide the strategies and technical practices that help organizations build dependable products, systems, and operations. Explore senior-level roles where you can shape reliability programs, solve complex engineering challenges, and influence decisions across teams.

What Does a Principal Reliability Engineer Do?

Principal Reliability Engineers lead efforts to improve the availability, safety, durability, and performance of products or systems. Depending on the industry, they may analyze failure data, assess technical risks, develop reliability models, guide testing and validation, and recommend design or process changes. They often serve as senior technical authorities, partnering with engineering, operations, quality, and leadership teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek extensive engineering experience and a track record of leading complex reliability initiatives. Relevant strengths may include failure-mode analysis, root-cause investigation, reliability statistics, systems engineering, risk assessment, test planning, and clear technical communication. Requirements vary by employer and industry; some positions may also call for specialized tools, standards, or experience with regulated environments.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Principal Reliability Engineer roles can be found across sectors such as aerospace, energy, manufacturing, medical technology, telecommunications, and software or cloud services. The work may focus on physical assets and products, mission-critical infrastructure, or distributed systems. Browse openings to find positions that match your technical background, preferred industry, and career goals.

Find Principal Reliability Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare roles, and identify positions where your reliability expertise can have a broad impact.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$105K - $125K *

Lead technical initiatives for federal programs, guiding teams in architecture, sprint execution, and product releases while ensuring compliance and security. Mentor peers and represent products in go...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $125K *

Engage as a Technical Lead, guiding product architecture and sprint execution while mentoring teams and ensuring compliance with VA standards. Drive technical strategy and oversee troubleshooting for...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $125K *

Engage as a key technical leader, guiding product development and execution while overseeing architecture, CI/CD processes, and team mentorship in a dynamic federal environment...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $244K *

Accelerate progress at a leading multi-product company by owning the architecture of shared services. Drive innovation in customer identity, commerce, and billing platforms while mentoring senior engi...

Austin, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of automating workflows across teams by building AI agents using Claude and Microsoft Copilot. Collaborate with various departments to identify automation opportunities, ensuring securi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $152K *

Unlock your potential by working in a collaborative team to design, analyze, and improve complex control systems in nuclear power plants, focusing on innovative solutions and critical project executio...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $195K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing global power generation operations. You'll support fleet management, enhance O&M standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives across a diverse por...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$184K - $250K *

Elevate security measures by leading offensive testing initiatives, transitioning from traditional penetration tests to continuous, AI-assisted assessments. Collaborate with engineering teams to valid...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Join us to architect and automate cloud-native infrastructures while engaging directly with clients. Leverage your expertise in AI and DevOps to drive strategic solutions that align technology with bu...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $173K *

Advance enterprise network infrastructure design and implementation. Lead complex projects, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, reliable, scalable ne...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise solutions! Leverage your expertise in networking and security to drive technical sales, support customer adoption, and influence product development while coll...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead customer engagement through technical discovery and deployment, integrating AI solutions while collaborating with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams. Drive implementation efficiency and bridge...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$179K - $224K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality member-facing systems. As an Engineering Manager, you'll lead a squad through the entire development lifecycle, ensuring accountability, quality...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and enhance scalable data pipelines, delivering actionable security insights. Collaborate across disciplines to support large data volumes and refine algorithms, makin...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Architect solutions to enhance DevOps teams' security by managing pre-sales technical support, conducting product demos, and serving as a subject matter expert in CI/CD integrations and workflows. Eng...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $128K *

Support the Global Mobility team by managing international and domestic assignments, ensuring compliance with immigration and tax regulations while enhancing the assignee experience through effective...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $225K *

Launch innovative full-stack solutions, owning features from backend to UI. Collaborate with a remote team to enhance agent workflows and ensure secure, reliable experiences in a regulated financial e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $170K *

Execute enterprise-scale Infrastructure as Code (IaC) strategies, driving automation and collaboration across engineering teams. Design and build reusable infrastructure solutions to enhance operation...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Drive your engineering career while learning the intricate design processes of commercial buildings. Collaborate with senior staff, engage in diverse projects, and explore specialization paths as part...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive technical pre-sales and implementation for innovative API and AI products, serving as a key liaison between customers and engineering teams to enhance AI-driven discovery experiences in the medi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of power connector innovation, leading product development initiatives while driving cross-functional collaboration and mentoring engineering talent to deliver hig...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving the execution of complex data center construction projects. Lead planning, manage resources, and optimize client service while ensuring quality and financial performance acr...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$84K - $112K *

Lead the charge in optimizing network capacity and implementing innovative solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure best-in-class service delivery while managing projects and driving strategic in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Transform the energy landscape by leading innovative substation projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable solutions for utilities and renewable energy clients while mentor...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $211K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead new product launches in hardware manufacturing. Oversee cross-functional collaborations, manage operational risks, and drive high-quality production strategies that s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Principal Reliability Engineer do?question toggle

    A Principal Reliability Engineer leads technical work to improve the dependability, safety, availability, and performance of products or systems. Responsibilities may include risk analysis, failure investigation, reliability modeling, testing strategy, and cross-functional technical guidance.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Principal Reliability Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial engineering experience, expertise in reliability methods, and the ability to lead complex technical initiatives. Specific requirements vary by role and may include industry-specific standards, tools, or credentials.

  • Which industries hire Principal Reliability Engineers?question toggle

    Common employers operate in aerospace, energy, manufacturing, medical technology, telecommunications, and software or cloud services, among other sectors.

  • How can I find Principal Reliability Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Principal Reliability Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more and review opportunities suited to your experience.