Industrial Specialist Jobs

Explore Industrial Specialist jobs for experienced professionals who improve the performance, safety, and reliability of industrial operations. These roles span manufacturing, engineering, quality, supply chain, facilities, and process improvement. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping you find roles that match your expertise and career goals.

What Does an Industrial Specialist Do?

Industrial Specialists apply technical and operational knowledge to solve complex workplace challenges. Depending on the position, they may optimize production processes, assess equipment and facilities, strengthen quality systems, improve workplace safety, or guide the adoption of new technologies. Their work often involves analyzing operational data, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and translating business needs into practical improvements.

Common Industrial Specialist Career Paths

Industrial Specialist job titles can include manufacturing specialist, industrial engineer, process improvement specialist, quality systems specialist, operations specialist, and facilities or maintenance specialist. Responsibilities and qualifications vary by employer and industry, including manufacturing, energy, logistics, aerospace, and other industrial sectors.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly value experience with industrial operations, process analysis, continuous improvement, project management, and safety or quality standards. Depending on the role, useful qualifications may include an engineering or related degree, knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methods, technical expertise, and the ability to communicate recommendations to both frontline teams and senior leaders.

Find Industrial Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Browse Industrial Specialist opportunities and review each listing for responsibilities, required qualifications, location, and compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so you can concentrate your search on roles designed for experienced candidates.

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$93K - $114K *

Lead a driven team of HVAC technicians managing data center systems. Ensure optimal performance, mentor staff, and uphold service excellence while innovating solutions in a fast-paced, high-demand env...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $114K *

Drive a team of HVAC technicians, ensuring peak performance of data center systems. Oversee installations, maintenance, and compliance while enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency...

Georgia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $114K *

Take ownership of HVAC system operations in data centers, leading a team of technicians to ensure optimal performance, maintenance, and compliance with industry standards, while prioritizing safety an...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Drive category strategies for Steel & Non-Ferrous Metals, managing $250M in spend. Lead sourcing initiatives to enhance quality, service, and cost-effectiveness while achieving key performance targets...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $170K *

Advance your career by leading capture management strategies to secure business opportunities and enhance customer relationships while driving cross-functional collaboration and managing proposals in...

Fairfax, VARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$139K - $174K *

Lead structural design for complex projects, focusing on data centers and industrial facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior engine...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $115K *

Elevate your career by coordinating multidisciplinary BIM models for complex industrial projects. Lead clash detection, ensure model accuracy, and drive collaboration among teams to deliver high-quali...

Plano, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $230K *

Engage with our sales team as a Technical Sales Lead, driving technology evaluations and managing customer relationships. Leverage your expertise in telecommunications to ensure satisfaction throughou...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$103K - $145K *

Elevate your career by driving growth through broker relationships, expanding market presence, and delivering tailored solutions. Collaborate with teams to analyze trends and foster partnerships for s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Manage capital projects effectively by ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and efficient communication. Lead a team and oversee renovations to enhance property value during acquisitions and as...

Arizona, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic partnerships, leveraging data insights to drive growth and retention. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance partner performance and operational excellence whi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$178K - $195K *

Lead critical recovery and rebuild projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, and stakeholder needs while coordinating with various agencies and contractors in a fas...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Champion quality excellence by leading and standardizing assurance systems across regional logistics operations, driving continuous improvement and client partnerships while supporting new business la...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $185K *

Drive technical excellence by developing standards and processes for commissioning, ensuring consistent execution across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workforce capabili...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion the global intellectual property strategy, managing patents, trademarks, and licensing while providing expert legal guidance to leadership and cross-functional teams to protect innovation and...

Colorado, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $240K *

Join us to empower families by providing essential mortgage protection coverage. Leverage our training and support to connect with clients, assess their needs, and present tailored solutions in a flex...

Louisville, KYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading public sector consulting projects, mentoring staff, and driving financial solutions for local governments. Join a dynamic team dedicated to community success and profess...

Mishawaka, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$127K - $150K *

Join us to oversee affordable housing operations, ensuring compliance and performance excellence across our portfolio. Collaborate with property management and clients to enhance service delivery and...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$126K - $173K *

Transform healthcare by serving as a trusted advisor in infection prevention, managing key relationships, and driving sustainable growth through data-driven strategies and collaboration with clinical...

Tampa, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining spatial data management by leading CAD systems and workplace data operations. Drive data quality and governance across portfolios, ensuring actionable insights for stakeh...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$91K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in drainage technology. As a Specification Business Development Manager, you'll engage with engineers to promote our Siteworks product lines, influencing specific...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate growth by driving revenue through strategic sales of a digital payment platform to insurance carriers. Engage with C-level executives to foster relationships that enhance long-term success...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by driving sales in the Construction sector. As a key player, you'll manage relationships, develop strategies, and close deals with top clients, ensuring profitable growth and mark...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $166K *

Drive impactful solutions as a Services Architect, collaborating with stakeholders to implement Asset Solutions software. Leverage your expertise to understand customer needs, enhance delivery, and en...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing rebar project execution from setup to completion, ensuring effective contract management, coordination, and communication with customers and project teams to deliver succ...

Fort Pierce, FLRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What types of jobs are included in the Industrial Specialist category?question toggle

    The category may include industrial engineering, manufacturing, operations, process improvement, quality, facilities, and maintenance specialist roles. Exact titles and responsibilities differ by employer and industry.

  • What qualifications do I need for an Industrial Specialist job?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the role. Employers may seek relevant experience in industrial operations, engineering, manufacturing, quality, or process improvement, along with technical, analytical, and project management skills. Some positions require a related degree or specific industry credentials.

  • Which industries hire Industrial Specialists?question toggle

    Industrial Specialists work across industries such as manufacturing, energy, aerospace, logistics, and other sectors that depend on complex operations, equipment, production, or quality systems.

  • How can I find Industrial Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review listings for compensation details, responsibilities, location, and qualifications to identify suitable roles.