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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$108K - $130K *

Elevate mission-critical systems by leading electrical design for data centers and advanced manufacturing facilities. Drive efficiency and reliability while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$86K - $136K *

Drive innovation by enhancing advisor- and client-facing platforms through quality engineering. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust testing, automate processes, and deliver high-quality digital so...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $186K *

Pioneer the maintenance and operation of critical data center facilities. Lead teams in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring optimal performance and uptime. Engage closely with...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$86K - $136K *

Innovate quality assurance processes by leveraging automation and emerging technologies to enhance advisor- and client-facing platforms. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure high-quality outcomes...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$192K - $213K *

Transform data processing by building robust, low-latency pipelines for infrared missions. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to deliver high-quality geospatial data products, ensuring reliabil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Transform advanced robotics and controls through system design, motion control, and real-time software. Collaborate to optimize electromechanical solutions, encompassing dynamic modeling and actuator...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$123K - $154K *

Explore your potential as you lead the design and reliability of electrical power systems, ensuring safety and efficiency across industrial applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative drug-device combination products. Collaborate globally to integrate diverse inputs and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while driving product design...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex test engineering solutions by designing and developing advanced test consoles for aerospace applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$91K - $163K *

Drive innovation in cloud infrastructure by designing and managing secure, scalable solutions on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize performance, automate processes, and me...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $285K *

Join a team that's pivotal in ensuring our cloud infrastructure is reliable and scalable. You will build, operate, and enhance production systems using Kubernetes, AWS, and automation, making an impac...

San Mateo, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career forward as a Senior Structural Engineer, contributing to innovative designs and quality assurance for complex projects in heavy industry. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative structural design solutions for utility projects, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while mentoring junior engineers in a fast-paced environmen...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $126K *

Lead the development and implementation of a scalable Quality Management System (QMS) for pilot-line operations, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams in a dynam...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of structural engineering by leading diverse projects, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with clients to deliver innovative solutions in industrial and nucle...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$118K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Lead Structural Engineer, guiding a team through diverse projects while applying your expertise in structural design and analysis. Collaborate with clients and mento...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$141K - $236K *

Elevate cybersecurity operations by designing and maintaining secure data solutions. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, implement access controls, and ensure reliable data ingestion for in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Innovate quality assurance processes for hardware development, ensuring exceptional product quality from concept to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify risks, support validation, and dr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in process engineering for complex EPC projects, providing strategic technical leadership and mentoring while ensuring successful delivery of large-scale power generation and renewable...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$207K - $230K *

Lead and scale spacecraft test engineering efforts, managing teams and processes to ensure robust, repeatable testing for high-rate production. Collaborate cross-functionally to translate mission requ...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $150K *

Drive the design and implementation of advanced PLC systems for critical operations, collaborating with engineers and scientists to enhance control systems and ensure seamless integration across vario...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$132K - $198K *

Develop innovative digital payload products, guiding them from concept to production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with specifications and customer needs while thriving...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$103K - $154K *

Optimize operations by leading continuous improvement initiatives across North America. Collaborate with teams to implement lean management systems, enhance efficiency, and drive productivity while fo...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving DevOps excellence, enhancing system reliability, and managing Kubernetes environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize CI/CD pipelines and ensure hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $171K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative Ground System architectures, integrating advanced technologies, and ensuring seamless operations within the Avionics Integration Organization, while collaborat...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.