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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$132K - $251K *

Optimize cost modeling and benchmarking for complex assemblies, driving transparency in supplier negotiations across various defense products. Lead should cost assessments and develop models to enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $110K *

Engage in quality assurance for aerospace manufacturing, ensuring compliance with customer and regulatory standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, drive improvements, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading geotechnical engineering projects, providing expert support across diverse sectors, and mentoring staff while fostering client relationships to drive project success and in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by providing geotechnical engineering support across diverse projects. Collaborate with teams, mentor staff, and engage clients while ensuring safety and quality in all engineering...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing and coordinating protective relay systems. Leverage your 12+ years of experience in utility substations to craft innovative solutions, collaborate on projects, and eng...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Join our innovative team as a robotics engineer, where you'll architect and develop cutting-edge software solutions for virtual simulations, collaborating with experts to enhance autonomy and sensor i...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as a Reliability Engineering Advisor, overseeing thermal systems and cooling infrastructure. Drive asset strategies, lead failure analysis, and mentor engineers to ensure optimal p...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform electrical design processes and oversee new project execution by leading the engineering of complex distribution systems and power generation assets, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and ope...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $234K *

Lead strategic initiatives and client relationships while driving electrical engineering excellence and team growth in the A/E/C industry. Contribute to business development and project delivery, ensu...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $234K *

Lead the charge in advancing electrical engineering practices while driving strategic growth and client relationships. Oversee project delivery, manage teams, and ensure technical excellence in a coll...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading strategic projects, fostering client relationships, and driving team growth. Leverage your expertise to innovate and elevate engineering practices...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of aerospace manufacturing by leading quality engineering efforts. Collaborate across teams to establish robust quality systems, drive certifications, and enhance production processes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a pioneering team to establish quality engineering in aircraft manufacturing. Lead the development of quality systems, certifications, and processes, ensuring excellence from design to production...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $180K *

Champion power generation advancements by leading nuclear plant uprate projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to optimize systems, manage resources, and ensure compliance, while mentoring junior...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Join a team that's enhancing nuclear power generation through advanced engineering. Leverage your expertise in thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to lead evaluations, optimize systems, and mentor juni...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Shape the future of electrical engineering by leading strategic projects, fostering client relationships, and driving team growth in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and excellence in the A...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $205K *

Design and lead piping engineering projects, ensuring compliance with industry codes. Provide technical direction, oversee project deliverables, and coordinate multidisciplinary activities to achieve...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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Drive the evolution of our data platform by architecting scalable solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading technical decisions to enhance trading analysis and reporting capabi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$86K - $165K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $306K *

Champion innovation by leading the architecture of scalable distributed systems, optimizing performance, and ensuring resiliency. Mentor teams and define requirements while driving advanced security a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $306K *

Join a team that empowers high-density AI deployments through advanced data center architecture. Engage in site selection, capacity planning, and multi-site readiness to innovate infrastructure soluti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in mechanical testing by designing and executing test campaigns, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring safety and quality in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $151K *

Join a team that drives the reliability of electrical infrastructure by performing critical analysis and supporting initiatives to enhance distribution systems while ensuring compliance with regulator...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $151K *

Pioneer reliability initiatives through engineering analysis and reporting. Collaborate across teams to enhance infrastructure and customer satisfaction while managing engineering projects within elec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $241K *

Support the integration of advanced missile defense systems by providing technical guidance, collaborating with stakeholders, and managing design and integration activities to ensure mission success a...

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

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.