Explore Service Engineer Jobs

Service Engineers help customers keep complex equipment, software, and technical systems operating reliably. They diagnose problems, perform installations and repairs, maintain equipment, and explain technical solutions to customers and internal teams. On Ladders, explore vetted Service Engineer opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including experienced and leadership-level roles.

What Does a Service Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and product, but often include troubleshooting equipment or systems, conducting inspections and preventive maintenance, installing and configuring products, documenting service work, and advising customers on operation and upkeep. Service Engineers may work at customer sites, in service centers, or remotely, and may travel to support clients and resolve urgent issues.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a relevant engineering or technical background, hands-on diagnostic ability, and experience with the equipment or systems they support. Communication and customer-service skills are essential: Service Engineers need to explain findings clearly, manage expectations, and coordinate effectively with engineering, sales, and support teams. Depending on the role, employers may also value certifications, project management experience, and expertise in areas such as electronics, mechanical systems, networking, or automation.

Service Engineer Career Opportunities

Service Engineer titles can cover a range of specialties, including Field Service Engineer, Technical Service Engineer, Customer Service Engineer, and Senior or Lead Service Engineer. With experience, professionals may move into service management, technical support leadership, applications engineering, or customer success. Compensation depends on factors such as specialization, seniority, location, travel requirements, and scope of responsibility.

Find Service Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Service Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and find positions that fit your technical expertise, customer-facing strengths, and career goals.

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$85K - $95K *

Drive technical sales growth through customer engagement and training. Oversee value-driven sales processes in the western Connecticut territory, while collaborating internally to exceed customer expe...

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

$110K - $130K *

Oversee daily operations to drive customer satisfaction and financial success. Lead skilled teams in service, installation, and support. Ensure long-term operational effectiveness while meeting corpor...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $170K *

Develop and enhance Python services for pharmacy claims processing. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality solutions while gaining expertise in the pharmacy benefits domain. Embrace a hybrid...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $195K *

Lead transformative substation projects by guiding engineering teams, ensuring quality, and fostering client relationships. Utilize your expertise to develop innovative designs and deliver exceptional...

Mansfield, MARemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Engineer the future of critical facility commissioning by leading project teams, managing schedules, and ensuring compliance with design and safety standards. Drive successful project execution throug...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Empower your software engineering career by directing AI to deliver full-stack solutions. You'll manage end-to-end feature development, leveraging AWS and AI tools to enhance productivity and quality...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion enterprise communications and change initiatives, enhancing employee engagement and understanding. Collaborate across departments to ensure clear, consistent messaging and drive organizationa...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead engineering efforts by writing production code and mentoring a team. Drive modernization initiatives through Java microservices while managing performance and growth of engineers. Collaborate wit...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $177K *

Shape the future of data center and power generation markets by identifying and developing strategic growth opportunities. Build long-term relationships and collaborate cross-functionally to drive sus...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $177K *

Unlock strategic growth opportunities in data centers and power generation. Collaborate cross-functionally to build customer relationships, develop market strategies, and drive sustainable business gr...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $300K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale mission-critical projects, ensuring strategic execution, financial performance, and team development. Drive client satisfaction and operational excellence in fa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion the technical side of sales by delivering tailored demos, managing RFPs, and collaborating on complex deals. Immerse yourself in the sales cycle, ensuring prospects see the value of our solut...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading hydro turbine design and engineering projects, optimizing asset performance, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $320K *

Optimize our data activation platform by designing scalable, high-performance backend systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and drive innovation in cloud data sol...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $320K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data activation by designing high-throughput, low-latency distributed systems. Take ownership of technical initiatives and collaborate with product teams to en...

Edmonton, ABRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $104K *

Join us to empower user support as a Tier I Service Desk Agent, resolving IT incidents, guiding junior analysts, and enhancing service processes within a large, multi-security IT environment in a hybr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in automating and scaling network infrastructure across diverse global datacenters, enhancing performance and security while collaborating with engineering teams to implement robust so...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Provide expert technical support and solutions to enhance customer success with Mastercam products, collaborating with teams to optimize workflows and drive product improvements in the West region...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$133K - $209K *

Join a dynamic IT team as you safeguard cloud infrastructure, enhance security measures, and lead incident response efforts. Your expertise will drive continuous improvement and ensure robust protecti...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $120K *

Transform communities by providing technical assistance for sustainable water infrastructure. Collaborate with underserved utilities to enhance funding access, evaluate projects, and promote innovativ...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Drive the successful planning and execution of installation projects, ensuring quality and timely completion. Lead teams, coordinate resources, and interface with clients to deliver effective solution...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$63K - $111K *

Empower mission success by assessing utility vulnerabilities and enhancing infrastructure resilience against diverse threats. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure operational continuity...

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4 days ago

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

$172K - $260K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of AI retrieval systems and agent infrastructure, driving innovation and quality in AI applications while collaborating across functions to enhance performa...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of a fully distributed engineering team, driving delivery, quality, and growth while fostering a culture of communication and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional p...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead a distributed engineering team to deliver high-quality software solutions. Foster a culture of ownership and continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-functional partners to drive bus...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Service Engineer do?question toggle

    A Service Engineer installs, maintains, inspects, and troubleshoots equipment or technical systems. The role often includes working directly with customers, documenting service activity, and coordinating solutions with technical teams.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Service Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for engineering or technical education, relevant product or industry experience, strong diagnostic skills, and clear communication. Some roles also require specific certifications, software knowledge, or the ability to travel.

  • Where do Service Engineers work?question toggle

    Service Engineers may work at customer locations, in service centers, at manufacturing or technology companies, or remotely. Field-based jobs often involve travel, while other roles focus on remote support or in-house equipment.

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

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Service Engineer titles and review each listing for its compensation, responsibilities, location, and qualifications.

  • What career paths can follow a Service Engineer role?question toggle

    Experienced Service Engineers may advance to senior or lead positions, service management, technical support leadership, applications engineering, or other customer-facing technical roles.