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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$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance by transforming legal standards into actionable engineering requirements, guiding clients through complex regulatory landscapes to achieve mission success and op...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform compliance into actionable insights by advising clients on integrating legal standards into technical operations, ensuring mission success through expert guidance and documentation...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative durability strategies for implantable cardiovascular devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product reliability through rigorous testing and analysis, driving G...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $229K *

Transform product reliability as a Principal Engineer, managing new introductions, optimizing processes, and collaborating across teams to ensure quality and efficiency in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Drive rigorous validation efforts across mechanical, electrical, and reliability domains to ensure optimal hardware performance, automating tests and analyzing data to enhance product reliability and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $276K *

Join a team that's pioneering advancements in Cyber/EW technologies while leading cross-functional teams and driving impactful research initiatives. Shape the future of cybersecurity with your experti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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...

1 week ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in semiconductor characterization as a Principal Engineer, driving technical direction and innovation across global manufacturing processes while mentoring teams and influencing strate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Champion the development of innovative digital platforms in life insurance. Lead design and implementation of scalable solutions, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance with security and SDLC standar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$118K - $224K *

Join a team that's redefining antenna testing and integration. Lead a skilled group of engineers in validating AESA hardware, troubleshooting RF issues, and enhancing test capabilities while collabora...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $170K *

Unlock potential by driving reliability engineering strategies to enhance equipment performance and optimize maintenance processes. Collaborate with teams to identify defects, implement improvements...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Drive the future of reliability engineering by leading initiatives that enhance system stability and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement data-driven solutions and optimiz...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of civil engineering projects, delivering innovative solutions across various sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality and compliance w...

6 days ago

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

$116K - $160K *

Transform the future of data center design by leading innovative electrical engineering projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure optimal performance and compliance while driving continuous i...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$75K - $90K *

Join our dynamic team as a Quality Engineer, where you'll develop and implement aerospace quality standards, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across processes and products in a f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of quality engineering by driving automation, enhancing testing frameworks, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust software delivery and co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $175K *

Innovate and lead the design of advanced military and commercial hardware. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and reliability, ensuring compliance with stringent st...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead and guide engineering teams in designing and testing complex electrical systems for commercial applications. Drive major projects, oversee compliance with standards, and enhance technical capabil...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of AI engineering by leading technical solutions, mentoring teams, and driving production outcomes in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and operational excellence...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Advance engineering solutions by guiding production teams through troubleshooting, process improvements, and documentation updates. Collaborate across functions to enhance product integrity throughout...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by deploying cutting-edge electrical systems in maritime environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and troubleshoot technologies, ensuring operational su...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform maritime technology by deploying innovative electrical systems in real-world environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and troubleshoot complex systems, ensuring mis...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate quality assurance practices by driving compliance and process improvement in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to implement and enhance the Quality Management System, ensuring ad...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K - $113K *

Unlock your potential by providing technical expertise to enhance equipment reliability and drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations, ensuring optimal performance and s...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Empower operational excellence by driving maintenance reliability and asset performance. Lead planning and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance equipment efficiency, support capital project...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.