Explore Operations Engineer Jobs

Operations Engineers help organizations make processes, systems, and facilities work more efficiently and reliably. They analyze performance, identify bottlenecks, and develop practical improvements across industries such as technology, manufacturing, energy, logistics, and healthcare. Explore vetted Operations Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does an Operations Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer. Operations Engineers may monitor operational systems, investigate performance issues, streamline workflows, support reliability and quality programs, and coordinate improvements with engineering, production, IT, and business teams. Many roles combine technical analysis with project execution and cross-functional communication.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with process analysis, troubleshooting, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement. Depending on the role, useful skills may include systems engineering, automation, reliability, quality management, capacity planning, and familiarity with relevant tools or industry standards. A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is commonly requested; some positions value advanced degrees, professional certifications, or specialized industry experience.

Career Paths and Industries

Operations Engineers work in a broad range of environments, from production facilities and supply chains to cloud platforms and critical infrastructure. With experience, professionals may advance into senior engineering, operations leadership, reliability, process improvement, or technical program management roles. Career paths depend on the organization, sector, and areas of expertise.

Find Operations Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then identify roles that match your experience and career goals.

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$120K - $130K *

Innovate the future of cloud platforms by leading the design and operation of a secure, scalable infrastructure. Drive automation and enhance developer experience while collaborating with cross-functi...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering tailored, technical solutions that drive sales success. Collaborate with teams to enhance demos, manage proposal responses, and ensure seamless implementation transitions...

Atlanta, GARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development of critical firmware for safety-critical systems, collaborating across teams to optimize embedded platforms. Drive best practices and mentor engineers while ensuring reliability a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of protection and control systems. Utilize your expertise to analyze complex power system challenges, ensuring compliance and delivering innovative solut...

Nevada, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $251K *

Engineer innovative software solutions by leading development activities, applying advanced programming techniques, and ensuring adherence to standards throughout the software lifecycle to address com...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing a cutting-edge platform for modern data centers, integrating AI and cloud technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build a robust, scalable architecture th...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions for gas transmission projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance design quality and operational performance while ensuring compliance with...

Warrenville, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the strategic growth of technical integration services, overseeing specialized consultants and ensuring seamless, high-quality delivery of complex integrations while shaping the technical service...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $129K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative structural engineering solutions. Leverage your expertise in materials and design to tackle complex challenges in power transmission upgrades, ensuring clien...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of power systems engineering. As a key member, you'll design and develop scalable analysis modules, driving innovation in distribution system analysis and optimiz...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$153K - $213K *

Champion the development of a key platform, driving strategy, success metrics, and technical depth while collaborating across teams to deliver impactful solutions that meet customer needs and enhance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion innovative solutions by providing technical support and product development expertise to customers in the Industrial market. Collaborate across teams to enhance product performance and drive...

Danboro, PARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $122K *

Deliver reliable application packaging solutions for a large federal IT environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure seamless deployment across thousands of endpoints...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $200K *

Drive impactful design and development of front-end features, owning the code from concept to production. Collaborate with teams to establish design systems and set direction for user-centric products...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Transform your career by leveraging your AWS expertise in a dynamic DevOps role. Collaborate with a hands-on team to enhance infrastructure and streamline development processes while tackling complex...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$104K - $153K *

Champion innovative AI-driven self-service solutions, enhancing employee experiences through ServiceNow. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes, ensuring high-quality engineering from design t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead project management efforts for complex land development projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality execution. Collaborate with teams to manage scopes, schedules, and budgets while fostering c...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$129K - $210K *

Transform issue management by leading a team to develop AI-assisted solutions, ensuring quality and accountability in remediation processes across GRC. Drive engineering excellence while fostering ind...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $170K *

Shape the future of enterprise infrastructure by leading design, implementation, and optimization of systems. Drive automation, enhance security, and mentor junior staff while collaborating on strateg...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Empower your career by leading the Aircraft Engineering team in developing and certifying innovative connectivity systems for commercial aircraft, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while f...

California, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of dental technology by leading software development for specialized machines, shaping the future of custom prosthetics manufacturing in a dynamic, high-growth env...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and testing systems-level software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet operational specifications and enhance SAP functionali...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$79K - $143K *

Join a team that's redefining release engineering by optimizing CI/CD pipelines, integrating AI solutions, and ensuring high-quality software delivery through innovative automation and collaboration w...

Ottawa, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI engineering by leading technical outcomes, architecting production systems, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovation and ensure operational excelle...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $248K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to enhance infrastructure and networking, driving user-focused product development while fostering collaboration and operational excellence across the organization...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Operations Engineer do?question toggle

    An Operations Engineer improves the performance, reliability, and efficiency of an organization's processes, systems, or facilities. Typical work can include analyzing operational data, troubleshooting issues, refining workflows, and coordinating improvement projects.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Operations Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by industry. Many employers look for an engineering or related degree, technical problem-solving ability, and experience with process improvement, systems, reliability, or operations. Some roles also require specialized tools, certifications, or sector-specific knowledge.

  • Which industries hire Operations Engineers?question toggle

    Operations Engineers are employed across industries including technology, manufacturing, energy, logistics, healthcare, and infrastructure. Their focus may range from production and supply-chain performance to software systems and facility reliability.

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

    Browse Operations Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting's compensation information, requirements, and location. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.