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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$95K - $171K *

Transform client success by delivering tailored support and strategic insights, ensuring seamless onboarding and ongoing engagement with our innovative platform. Leverage your expertise in energy engi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$242K - $275K *

Lead the charge in developing and deploying robust containerized software, manage CI/CD workflows, and grow a cohesive engineering team to enhance customer security operations and software delivery ac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Shape the future of contract administration by leading complex negotiations, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes in high-sta...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead and manage design-build projects, ensuring timely completion within budget while meeting client objectives and contractual obligations. Oversee scope development, financial performance, and compl...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing stakeholder relationships and program performance for energy efficiency initiatives. Drive outreach, ensure compliance, and enhance program participation while actively con...

Austin, TXRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative Network Observability products, driving strategy from concept to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that empower operators to op...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $300K *

Drive the evolution of scalable data platforms, enhancing reliability and performance across distributed systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions that support Unity...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in innovative software development, collaborating with Agile teams to design, implement, and support solutions for population simulation. Drive project timelines and enhance application process...

Alexandria, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform automation systems by leading controls hardware projects, from design to implementation. Drive innovation in electrical design, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality project delivery whi...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform the DevOps landscape by leading infrastructure automation, fostering collaboration, and championing best practices across teams, ensuring reliable, secure, and efficient cloud solutions that...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Empower our Managed Services tooling ecosystem by designing integrations and automations. You'll lead the configuration of Jira Service Management, optimize alerting, and ensure seamless connectivity...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Support manufacturers by implementing solutions that enhance operational performance. Collaborate with teams to drive adoption and deliver measurable improvements, ensuring lasting value from the plat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $124K *

Lead complex capital improvement projects, managing architects and engineers to ensure successful delivery of electrical systems and infrastructure. Collaborate with state agencies, providing technica...

Wisconsin, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Innovate within a cutting-edge DataOps environment, ensuring the reliability and scalability of a Databricks-native data platform on Azure. Leverage AI for observability and pipeline management while...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Engage with us to enhance healthcare by servicing and maintaining biomedical equipment. Utilize your technical expertise to ensure safety and reliability while fostering strong customer relationships...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$71K - $107K *

Drive customer satisfaction by evaluating and repairing complex biomedical equipment. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective service delivery and maintain compliance with safety standards while en...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $350K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge AI infrastructure to enhance large-scale reinforcement learning and distributed training systems, optimizing performance and efficiency across various layers and...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in data analysis to drive operational excellence in healthcare. Collaborate across teams to interpret complex datasets and ensure compliance with regulato...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining reliability in multi-cloud environments. Lead and mentor an SRE team, ensuring performance and security while driving improvements in technology and client experience acr...

Bedford, NHRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $185K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading cross-functional teams to enhance Medicaid Enterprise Systems, driving system architecture improvements and mentoring engineers towards high-quality, secu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $218K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a high-performing team in the design and lifecycle management of complex infrastructure products, ensuring collaboration across disciplines and delivering robus...

Austin, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions, mentor engineers, and ensure reliable, secure systems that al...

San Antonio, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Champion innovative solutions in a dynamic, remote environment, driving sales strategy and product development for public safety agencies. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful presentations and...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving high-impact commercial data center projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among...

Quanah, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing high-impact commercial data center projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, timelines, and budgets while fostering collaboration among stakeholders and driving opera...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.