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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$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of aviation technology by driving innovative cloud solutions that enhance FAA operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in the aviation sector while collaborating with diverse te...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and optimize hardware engineering projects in aerospace, driving innovation and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cutting-edge solutions that enhance aircraft operations...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $130K *

Transform aerospace material testing by leading complex qualification and certification projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of customer test plans while ma...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as an Estimator, analyzing costs and preparing competitive estimates for construction projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure accuracy and efficiency while driving project suc...

Quanah, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $165K *

Transform engineering initiatives by leading cross-functional teams in the development, testing, and optimization of fuel metering systems, ensuring high-quality solutions in a dynamic aerospace envir...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $210K *

Drive the expansion of AI infrastructure by managing data center projects, from site evaluation to network design and vendor negotiations, ensuring efficient and reliable operations across multiple lo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Lead quality initiatives to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring compliance and driving product improvements. Collaborate across teams to prevent issues and support new product introductions for...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $176K *

Transform internal audit processes by leading diverse teams, conducting comprehensive audits, and ensuring compliance across programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance financial performance an...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by owning failure analysis for electromechanical hardware, driving root cause investigations, and collaborating across engineering teams to ensure product reliability and quality f...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $163K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to develop and execute RF test solutions for advanced semiconductor technologies, ensuring quality and compliance while driving innovation in microelectronic...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing medical device performance and compliance. Lead design verification projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure product reliability and regu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product design and development in aerospace. Leverage your expertise in hydraulic actuators or pneumatic systems to support pro...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aerospace by leading innovative product development projects. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to design and implement cutting-edge hydraulic and pneu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative product development by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, analyze, and implement hydraulic and pneumatic systems, ensuring excellence throughout the aerospace pro...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $160K *

Inspire a high-performing team to execute robust sterility assurance strategies, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement in a regulated environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance qua...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Optimize power distribution systems by collaborating with teams to enhance reliability and efficiency. Engage with stakeholders to ensure optimal performance and safety while leading initiatives for c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of electrical engineering by leading projects from design to construction. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure high-quality delive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $173K *

Shape the future of engineering excellence by leading the development and integration of innovative tools and processes. Drive efficiency and productivity across engineering teams while enhancing coll...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $173K *

Innovate engineering processes by leading the development and execution of tools, systems, and automation strategies to enhance productivity and efficiency across the organization, driving continuous...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $271K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by leading applied research projects, transforming ambiguous problems into production-ready models, and collaborating with engineers to drive innovation in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $147K *

Execute quality assurance strategies to validate automation in fulfillment centers. Collaborate with teams to develop test plans, measure metrics, and report on product maturity, ensuring high standar...

6 days ago

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

$109K - $116K *

Lead critical engineering initiatives to ensure seamless data center operations 24/7. Collaborate with a dynamic team to execute maintenance, repairs, and monitoring while enhancing your technical ski...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize automation initiatives in high-volume manufacturing, leading vision and inspection projects. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure successful deployment and implementation of cutting-e...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $205K *

Lead the charge in deploying and operating Kubernetes infrastructure for U.S. government cloud environments. Ensure production reliability and enhance automation while collaborating with a global SRE...

Utah, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Innovate the future of reliability engineering by owning production systems at scale. Manage compute, networking, and storage while ensuring stability and performance in a fast-paced environment. Driv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.