Employee engagement among faculty members is a critical determinant of institutional success in higher education. Engaged faculty demonstrate higher commitment, innovation, and student-centered teaching approaches, directly influencing academic quality and institutional reputation. The article examines the key factors influencing employee engagement among faculty members in higher education, drawing on recent research, organizational behavior theories, and sector-specific challenges. Employee engagement is a critical driver of institutional success in higher education, directly influencing teaching quality, research productivity, and student outcomes. The study examines the key factors affecting employee engagement among faculty members, focusing on autonomy and academic freedom, career advancement opportunities, leadership and management support, and recognition and rewards. Using a Kruskal–Wallis test, the research analyzes engagement differences across three age groups—young, mid-career, and senior faculty. Findings reveal statistically significant variations in all four dimensions, indicating that engagement priorities and perceptions differ according to career stage. Younger faculty emphasizes career growth, mid-career faculty value autonomy, and senior faculty report stronger leadership support and recognition. The study highlights the need for age-sensitive engagement strategies to enhance faculty motivation, retention, and institutional performance. Recommendations are provided for fostering an inclusive academic culture that supports faculty at all stages of their professional journey.