Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer make in the United States?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer in the United States is $76,508 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

However, a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $90,091
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,207 to $83,618
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,381
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Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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Wage
75th Percentile $83,618 $6,968 $1,608 $40
Average $76,508 $6,376 $1,471 $37
25th Percentile $71,207 $5,934 $1,369 $34
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Key Factors That Influence Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer Salaries

A Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $84,710.
  • California: $84,389.
  • Massachusetts: $83,264.

Top Paying Cities for Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $96,500
  • San Francisco: $95,443
  • Oakland: $93,432

What Skills Can Increase a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 8.55% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Installation (Mentioned in 2.87% Job Postings): The action or process of installing someone or something, or of being installed. the act of installing the state of being installed, something that is installed for use.
  • Purchasing (Mentioned in 1.28% Job Postings): Purchasing refers to a business or organization attempting to acquire goods or services to accomplish its goals. Although there are several organizations that attempt to set standards in the purchasing process, processes can vary greatly between organizations. Typically the word “purchasing” is not used interchangeably with the word “procurement”, since procurement typically includes expediting, supplier quality, and transportation and logistics (T&L) in addition to purchasing.
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Commitment 8.55%
Installation 2.87%
Purchasing 1.28%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer's salary.
  • Analytical Thinking: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
  • Quality Assurance: Can increase your salary by up to 7%.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Analytical Thinking
 $86,454
13%
Quality Assurance
 $81,864
7%
Insight
 $81,099
6%
Personnel Management
 $81,099
6%
Product Quality
 $79,569
4%
Troubleshooting
 $78,804
3%
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How Education impacts a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer with a Associate's Degree is between $79,814 and $84,278).

Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 3.4%
High School 13.8%
Associates 10.3%
Bachelors 62.1%
Masters 6.9%
Doctorate 3.4%
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Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$71,207
Average $76,508/year
$83,618
$5,934
Average $6,376/month
$6,968
$1,369
Average $1,471/week
$1,608
$34
Average $37/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $83,618 $6,968 $1,608 $40
Average $76,508 $6,376 $1,471 $37
25th Percentile $71,207 $5,934 $1,369 $34

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Salary Trends for Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer

Salaries for a Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $70,027 in 2023 to around $69,563 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Fixed Equipment Reliability Engineer salary trends, .

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