Principal Equipment Engineer, Adhesion & Assembly (Remote)

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 108,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks of vacation

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement and student loan

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Principal Equipment Engineer, Adhesion & Assembly (Remote) to drive development, integration, and validation of advanced manufacturing equipment for aerospace & defense assembly operations. You will own key equipment workstreams and collaborate with OEMs and system integrators to deliver robust automated solutions.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in automation/robotics, a university degree (advanced degree preferred), and U.S. citizenship.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in a relevant field, or an advanced degree with 5+ years of experience.
• Experience in industrial automation and robotics.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and validate advanced manufacturing equipment and automation solutions.
• Own execution of assigned equipment development workstreams.
• Collaborate closely with equipment OEMs and system integrators.
• Manage technical engagement with vendors and challenge design assumptions.
• Support equipment architecture and functional safety implementation.
• Translate complex manufacturing problems into robust equipment designs.
• Conduct technical evaluations and troubleshooting for automated assembly processes.

Skills

Industrial automation

Robotics

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Principal Equipment Engineer, Adhesion & Assembly (Remote) to join the team of a leader in the Aerospace & Defense space.
This role will drive the development, integration, and validation of advanced manufacturing equipment and automation solutions that support complex assembly operations. You will own key equipment workstreams, partner closely with OEMs and system integrators, and help shape robust technical solutions for automated manufacturing environments. The position also requires strong technical judgment to challenge design assumptions, support functional safety implementation, and troubleshoot equipment performance issues.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available
Compensation: $107,500 – $204,500 annually

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and validate advanced manufacturing equipment and automation solutions
• Own execution of assigned equipment development workstreams
• Collaborate closely with equipment OEMs and system integrators
• Manage technical engagement with vendors and challenge design assumptions
• Support equipment architecture and functional safety implementation
• Translate complex manufacturing problems into robust equipment designs
• Conduct technical evaluations and troubleshooting for automated assembly processes

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience with 8+ years in a relevant field, or an advanced degree with 5+ years of experience
• Experience in industrial automation and robotics
• U.S. citizenship required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Parental leave benefits and adoption assistance
• Employee Assistance Plan with counseling sessions
• Wellness rewards program and virtual doctor visits

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.