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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$139K - $174K *

Lead structural design for complex projects, focusing on data centers and industrial facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior engine...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative product development in power connectors and cable assemblies. Lead cross-functional teams, drive technical excellence, and mentor engineering talent to deliver high-quality, cost-e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$148K - $263K *

Architect high-performance OneStream solutions by translating complex requirements into scalable designs. Lead a team of consultants, ensuring technical quality and optimizing integrations while excee...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by developing AI-driven healthcare solutions that enhance patient engagement and operational efficiency. Collaborate in a dynamic remote Agile environment to create impactful softw...

Tampa, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential as you support project management efforts, ensuring client satisfaction and effective execution of construction projects. Collaborate with teams to maintain schedules, budgets, a...

Fresno, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$152K - $273K *

Elevate infrastructure innovation by architecting automated, resilient multi-cloud environments, driving AI-first operations, and implementing Zero Trust security protocols across enterprise systems f...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $195K *

Empower your career by driving innovative protective relay system designs. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver high-quality engineering solutions tailored to client needs in the electric util...

Mansfield, MARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and implementation of robust security measures to protect sensitive health information, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and other regulations while collaborating with cross-functional t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $135K *

Lead the charge in driving quality improvements across multiple manufacturing sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize processes, implement digital tools, and enhance customer sat...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. Drive improvements, standardize processes, and enhance customer satisfaction through strategic qua...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading quality initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. Drive improvements, standardize best practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer sat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

Partner with us to lead and mentor a team in delivering utility software implementations, ensuring projects meet client needs and are completed on time and within budget while fostering a culture of c...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in accurate cost estimation for construction projects, ensuring timely completion and budget adherence. Collaborate with teams to analyze specifications and maintain high-quality stand...

Quanah, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $246K *

Join a dynamic team to drive service sales and customer growth across the Southern Territory. Leverage your expertise in account management and business development to enhance customer partnerships an...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing compliance and operational integrity through thorough audits and evaluations, ensuring adherence to regulations while fostering a culture of continuous improv...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $200K *

Lead the charge in advancing power system simulation and grid engineering. Drive innovative research and advisory services while establishing EPRI's technical vision in grid modernization and DER inte...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive the design, deployment, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, enhancing developer experience and operational reliability. Collaborate on CI/CD improvements and lead small-scale projects while...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Deliver innovative warehousing solutions while optimizing processes and pricing strategies. Leverage extensive engineering experience to enhance product storage efficiency and support operational audi...

Tennessee, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of large-scale construction programs. Leverage your expertise in scheduling and project management to drive successful delivery across diverse sectors, ensuring p...

Eunice, NMRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction schedules, ensuring timely delivery across diverse sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement best practices and maintain project i...

Seattle, WARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing enterprise data solutions in a Databricks Lakehouse environment, supporting critical missions with a focus on scalability and best practices...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine solutions engineering by leading a team focused on enhancing operational efficiency across OmniChannel Retail and Ecommerce. Drive effective implementation strategies and continuous improvem...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$147K - $210K *

Empower your career with a role focused on developing large-scale infrastructure and distributed systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance cloud technologies and deliver critical services for diverse...

Cambridge, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $297K *

Shape the future of scalable systems by leading architectural vision and execution. Drive complex projects from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance engineering prac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $195K *

Take ownership of designing automated systems and robotic equipment for remote operations in radiological environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective integration and perf...

Oak Ridge, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.