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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$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software development with full stack expertise, focusing on Oracle technologies and Agile methodologies while ensuring security clearance compliance and collab...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $100K *

Optimize production processes by leading upgrades and ensuring safety in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and compliance while providing technical expertise and supp...

Port Hope, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $110K *

Grow your career with a dynamic Infrastructure Engineering role focused on optimizing lab operations through hands-on support, automation, and cross-functional collaboration in a hybrid work environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading complex pipeline projects, ensuring operational reliability and asset optimization. This role encompasses full project ownership from concept to completion, collaboratin...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Engineer strategic solutions for Digital Plant initiatives, driving the migration of legacy systems into a unified Operational Technology environment while ensuring compliance and security standards a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$92K - $110K *

Empower the future of industrial systems by leading the migration of legacy networks into a unified Operational Technology environment, ensuring secure access and compliance while collaborating with c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advanced systems engineering efforts, leveraging 20 years of expertise to drive complex projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and innovatio...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $165K *

Join a team that's redefining data center commissioning. Lead large-scale projects, ensuring compliance and quality while collaborating with clients and contractors to deliver innovative solutions in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $165K *

Join a team that's leading the way in data center commissioning. Drive large-scale projects, ensuring compliance and quality while collaborating with clients and contractors to deliver innovative solu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $165K *

Champion the commissioning of mechanical and electrical systems for large-scale data center projects, ensuring compliance and quality through effective planning, execution, and collaboration with clie...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $165K *

Drive commissioning excellence for large-scale data center projects, leading mechanical and electrical systems testing. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure compliance, quality, and timely exe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and repairing industrial machinery, ensuring maximum uptime and efficient production processes. Collaborate with teams and apply your mechanical expertise to enhance fac...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in data center operations by leading complex electrical engineering projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance system performance and reliability while s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative Intelligent Transportation Systems projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design and implement cutting-edge solutions, enhancing traffic management across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to lead Intelligent Transportation Systems design projects, enhancing traffic engineering solutions across the eastern U.S. Collaborate with diverse groups, mentor engineers, and d...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $175K *

Transform transportation systems by leading innovative ITS design projects. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance traffic engineering solutions across the eastern U.S., while mentoring engineers...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $175K *

Drive innovative Intelligent Transportation Systems projects, leading a team of engineers to enhance traffic solutions across the eastern U.S. Collaborate with various disciplines while managing clien...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $175K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of transportation by leading innovative ITS design projects. Collaborate with experts, mentor engineers, and enhance your project management skills while deliveri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $110K *

Elevate your career by providing exceptional on-site support for complex semiconductor equipment. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational excellence and customer satisfaction while troubleshootin...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Support our customers by delivering exceptional field service for complex semiconductor equipment. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational excellence, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical g...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you provide essential on-site support for complex semiconductor equipment, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction through expert troubleshooting and maintenan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer satisfaction by providing top-notch support for complex semiconductor equipment. Your role will be critical in driving operational excellence through...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer support by delivering expert on-site maintenance and repair of advanced semiconductor equipment, while collaborating across teams to enhance operational excellence and drive custome...

New Mexico, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Optimize customer equipment performance by delivering quality repair and maintenance for complex electro-mechanical systems, lead installations, and provide technical training, all while ensuring cust...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Provide exceptional field support and maintenance for complex semiconductor equipment, ensuring customer satisfaction through troubleshooting, installations, and solutions. Collaborate with teams to m...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.