Explore Reliability Engineer Jobs

Reliability engineers help organizations keep equipment, systems, and processes performing safely and consistently. They identify failure risks, analyze performance data, and develop strategies that improve uptime, extend asset life, and control maintenance costs. Explore Reliability Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where job listings are vetted and pay $100,000 or more.

What Reliability Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by industry and seniority, but often include conducting root-cause and failure-mode analyses, developing preventive and predictive maintenance programs, monitoring key reliability metrics, and recommending design or process improvements. Reliability engineers may work closely with operations, maintenance, quality, safety, and engineering teams to turn technical findings into practical improvements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a background in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or related engineering, along with experience in asset-intensive environments. Valuable capabilities include statistical analysis, reliability modeling, condition monitoring, risk assessment, and familiarity with maintenance and asset-management systems. Clear communication and cross-functional problem-solving are also important, particularly for roles that guide teams or influence investment decisions.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Reliability engineers work across sectors such as manufacturing, energy, aerospace, transportation, chemicals, technology, and healthcare. Experienced professionals may advance into senior reliability, asset-management, maintenance leadership, or engineering management positions. The best-fit opportunities depend on your technical specialty, industry experience, and preferred balance of hands-on analysis and strategic leadership.

Find Your Next Reliability Engineering Role

Search Reliability Engineer jobs on Ladders to discover vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities and qualifications, then focus your search on roles that match your experience and career goals.

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$140K - $200K *

Shape the future of rail engineering by leading strategic initiatives, managing client relationships, and overseeing project delivery across multiple regions. Drive growth and ensure quality execution...

Seattle, WARemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes, enhancing production efficiency, and resolving technical challenges in a dynamic CNC environment. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and su...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive compliance and enhance quality assurance processes by leveraging best practices and analytical skills. Collaborate across teams to ensure adherence to international standards while supporting co...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring product quality and manufacturing excellence by developing strategies, guiding teams, and implementing process improvements to meet rigorous standards and drive zero-defect...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $108K *

Join us to provide expert technical solutions and customized quotes, enhancing BAC Representatives' sales capabilities. Collaborate across departments to streamline processes and support global operat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $107K *

Contribute to the optimization and support of automated systems across multiple departments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes and ensure compliance in a reg...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Empower critical infrastructure by implementing risk control processes in transmission. Collaborate with teams to assess and mitigate risks, ensuring reliability for nuclear and industrial customers w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

$74K - $128K *

Shape the future of quality in an AI-enabled manufacturing environment by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance product conformity, reduce risks, and ensure lasting corrective actions throug...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of healthcare engineering by leading mechanical HVAC design, ensuring project quality, and mentoring a talented team while managing budgets and timelines for diverse MEP projects...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by developing and enhancing the Quality Management System to ensure compliance with industry standards and drive continuous improvement across the organization. Collaborate with cr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $138K *

Manage design efforts for Nacelle components in commercial aircraft, ensuring compliance with standards and requirements. Collaborate across functions to enhance product quality and efficiency while l...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $138K *

Architect design solutions for Nacelle components, ensuring compliance with standards. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while driving engineering changes and techn...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead quality initiatives, ensuring products meet high standards. Drive continuous improvement, manage audits, and foster collaboration across departments to enhance customer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $131K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $131K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $144K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Engineer enterprise IT systems across multi-site manufacturing. Lead infrastructure modernization and resolve complex issues in hybrid and cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance operati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$62K - $100K *

Join our team to enhance equipment reliability and operational uptime in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement preventive maintenance and continuous...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $202K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance quality assurance in engineering processes. Utilize your expertise in root cause analysis and documentation to ensure product reliability and compliance with standards while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a reliability engineer do?question toggle

    A reliability engineer analyzes how equipment, systems, or processes fail and develops ways to prevent failures, improve uptime, extend asset life, and reduce operational risk.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for reliability engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles seek a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field and relevant industry experience. Employers may also value skills in root-cause analysis, reliability modeling, maintenance strategy, data analysis, and condition monitoring.

  • Which industries hire reliability engineers?question toggle

    Reliability engineers are hired in manufacturing, energy, aerospace, transportation, chemicals, technology, healthcare, and other industries that depend on dependable equipment or systems.

  • What is the difference between a reliability engineer and a maintenance engineer?question toggle

    The roles can overlap. Maintenance engineers often focus on maintaining and repairing equipment, while reliability engineers typically emphasize analyzing failure patterns and developing longer-term strategies to prevent failures and improve performance.

  • How can I find Reliability Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Reliability Engineer listings on Ladders, where job opportunities are vetted and pay at least $100,000. Review each posting for compensation details, qualifications, and responsibilities.