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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$96K - $306K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and develop a high-performance key-value store, driving innovation in cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with leaders to define standards and deliver scalable solutions...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $306K *

Drive cross-group platform initiatives to enhance reliability, performance, and compliance. Collaborate on architectural standards, establish observability frameworks, and lead software development ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $306K *

Empower innovation by driving cross-group platform initiatives that enhance reliability, performance, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to establish observability frameworks and security controls...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $306K *

Architect and lead the design of large-scale distributed systems, enhancing OCI Networking's routing foundation. Collaborate across teams to drive technical initiatives and optimize cloud infrastructu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $306K *

Drive your career forward by shaping the architecture of a leading cloud networking platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenges in routing and distributed systems, i...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Elevate your career by designing scalable, reliable systems for virtual networking. Lead architecture and optimize performance while ensuring security and compliance in a dynamic environment that supp...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical design by leading complex projects, mentoring CAD professionals, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while utilizing advanced CAD tools...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation in test engineering by developing solutions for embedded military systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance test methods and troubleshoot issues, while gaining hands...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance enterprise application reliability and performance. Lead complex implementations, strengthen integrations, and drive vendor relationships while mentoring junior engineer...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Drive supplier quality excellence by ensuring materials meet performance standards. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to enhance capabilities, resolve issues, and implement robust processe...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $265K *

The Principal Electrical Engineer will provide technical leadership to the Applied Technology Services Electrical Engineering staff, focusing on high voltage testing, equipment failure analysis, and e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $265K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to drive innovative solutions across multiple technical disciplines. You'll mentor teams, develop safety programs, and ensure quality standards are upheld while shaping...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Elevate quality standards by leading initiatives from product introduction to manufacturing. Collaborate with engineering to enhance processes, conduct audits, and mentor teams, ensuring compliance an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$187K - $242K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative mechanical designs for cutting-edge PC products. Collaborate across teams to influence product strategies and lead technical decisions, ensuring high-quality, cu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $175K *

Lead QA efforts to ensure high-quality delivery of low-latency trading applications. Collaborate across teams to analyze requirements, validate workflows, and drive testing strategies, ensuring operat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of system-level testing to ensure the reliability and performance of distributed databases. Collaborate with engineering to develop automated tests, diagnose failures, and enhance produ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $198K *

Transform the reliability of production services by leveraging software and systems engineering practices. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational health, scalability, and performance througho...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$121K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of medical device automation. Drive innovation in the design and commercialization of assembly solutions for syringes and wearable devices, collaborating with exp...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $165K *

Advance the reliability and scalability of production services by applying software and systems engineering practices. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational health and drive continuous impro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $127K *

Advance the reliability processes of Power Supply by ensuring effective monitoring, data management, and continuous improvement. Collaborate across departments to achieve long-term equipment reliabili...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative solutions by developing and executing integration strategies for optical networking platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and ensure robus...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $233K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to drive technology risk remediation efforts, ensuring accountability and measurable outcomes. Collaborate on risk assessments and validation to enhance organization...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$155K - $233K *

Transform technology risk management by leading complex remediation efforts across diverse teams. Drive accountability, validate plans, and ensure measurable risk reduction while coordinating stakehol...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Lead the Manufacturing Engineering and Maintenance Teams to enhance equipment reliability and asset performance, ensuring operational excellence and supporting growth initiatives in a collaborative en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $100K *

Unlock quality excellence by driving process improvements and corrective actions. Collaborate across departments to enhance manufacturing quality and support engineering initiatives, ensuring optimal...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.