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.

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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.

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$122K - $183K *

Empower pipeline operations by optimizing maintenance strategies and enhancing equipment reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze performance, implement best practices, and driv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $128K *

Advance quality assurance initiatives by developing supplier qualifications and driving operational excellence across the supply chain. Collaborate with teams to minimize risks and enhance product rel...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $306K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and optimization of advanced electrical systems. Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and enhance performance through strategic documentation and validation effo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $204K *

Lead the development and execution of comprehensive safety programs, ensuring compliance with military standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system safety and reliability throu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by overseeing inspections, testing, and compliance for mechanical and electrical systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and uphold sa...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing electrical reliability and safety. Drive improvements in power distribution systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance while collaborating on mainte...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer continuous improvement as a Mechanical Reliability Engineer, enhancing asset reliability through proactive maintenance and innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to optimize equipment pe...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$132K - $251K *

Optimize multi-team Agile delivery as a Senior Principal Engineer, leading roadmaps, synchronizing efforts, and driving continuous improvement for mission-critical defense solutions. Champion digital...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $155K *

Champion quality excellence in internal products and support new development. Drive audits, manage supplier quality, and improve standards to enhance reliability and performance across assigned areas...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Analyze product reliability through rigorous testing and evaluation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance design robustness, mitigate failure modes, and ensure high performance standards...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing lab operations and test strategies, ensuring readiness of test equipment and environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive results, mentor staff, and enh...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$173K - $230K *

Lead the charge in defining cloud engineering strategy and architecture standards. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions while guiding critical decis...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$173K - $230K *

Unlock potential by leading cloud engineering initiatives that define architecture standards and drive scalable, secure solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance cloud migration and operational e...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining AI-driven solutions by leading the design and implementation of resilient, scalable platforms. Leverage your expertise in site reliability engineering and cloud-native te...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $180K *

Lead RF test strategy and automation for wireless spacecraft systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, develop validation infrastructure, and ensure reliability across d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud reliability by automating infrastructure, enhancing system operability, and driving operational efficiency in a dynamic environment with advanced technol...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $175K *

Advance mission integration through innovative systems engineering and architecture design, ensuring robust capability delivery for diverse operational needs in a dynamic defense environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $270K *

Unlock potential by leading the architecture and engineering strategy for a cutting-edge AI platform. Drive innovation in scalable, fault-tolerant systems while mentoring engineers and tackling comple...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$132K - $251K *

Unlock potential by managing advanced coatings maintenance operations, overseeing budgets, implementing inspection processes, and ensuring optimal performance of machinery while collaborating with eng...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $187K *

Empower your career by designing and architecting reliable infrastructures. Collaborate with development teams to optimize operations, automate processes, and enhance service performance while ensurin...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $155K *

Shape quality assurance initiatives by implementing Mission Assurance principles, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across diverse engineering teams in a dynamic environment...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in enhancing reliability and performance of electrical and instrumentation systems. Drive proactive initiatives, ensure compliance, and support safe operations in a dynamic manufacturi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and automate CI/CD infrastructure for medical device software, ensuring compliance and enhancing software delivery processes in a regulated environment...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Empower the development of cutting-edge CI/CD infrastructure for medical devices. Collaborate with engineering and regulatory teams to ensure robust, automated software delivery pipelines that meet st...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $229K *

Elevate product development by leading design quality and reliability initiatives. Collaborate with engineering teams to establish best practices, ensuring consistency and agility in new product intro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.