Reliability Engineering Manager Salary in the United States

How much does a Reliability Engineering Manager make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Reliability Engineering Manager in the United States is $72 as of May 25, 2023, but the range typically falls between $63 and $81. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities

Job Description

Provides day-to-day leadership and expertise in reliability engineering activities that analyze and evaluate the reliability of products, equipment, components, and processes using engineering methodologies and tools. Aligns people, resources, and methods with the critical objectives for reliability in product design standards and operational goals. Develops capacity for analysis, testing, and measurement that produce effective risk-based failure mitigation plans and actionable proposals for new or revised product designs, manufacturing processes, and testing specifications. Leads and coaches teams in problem-solving, best practices, and process improvement to achieve organizational objectives. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to a senior manager. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2023 Salary.com)

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    Reliability Engineering Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Reliability Engineering Sr Manager


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