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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining digital solutions in manufacturing. As a Digital Plant Engineer, you'll integrate lab-scale equipment with data structures, ensuring compliance and enhancing automation a...

Lebanon, INRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$134K - $205K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality standards for heavy industrial construction projects. Oversee QA/QC processes, conduct audits, and support contractors to enhance performance and safety throughout...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading technical strategies and ensuring application integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, optimize performance, and implement best practices...

Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $275K *

Partner with us to drive AI transformation in customer experience. As a Principal Solutions Engineer, you'll guide clients through the design and implementation of innovative AI solutions, ensuring al...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of large-scale construction programs. Leverage your expertise in scheduling and project management to drive successful delivery across diverse sectors, ensuring p...

Eunice, NMRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing complex construction schedules, ensuring timely delivery across diverse sectors. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement best practices and maintain project i...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

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

$141K - $177K *

Join us to shape the future of cybersecurity by leading product vision and strategy for our innovative Autonomous and Continuous pentesting platform, driving impactful solutions that enhance security...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage with hospital leadership and construction teams to oversee mechanical systems, ensuring operational stability and energy efficiency in new projects. Utilize energy engineering expertise to inte...

Mesa, AZRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$135K - $175K *

Drive criticality safety evaluations and develop safety programs for innovative nuclear fuel recycling. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure compliance and enhance safety measures in a fast-paced...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $350K *

Elevate your career by driving the development of advanced AI models, overseeing pretraining processes, and optimizing training systems to ensure successful outcomes in a collaborative, innovative env...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Support product portfolio activities by leveraging technical expertise to enhance customer satisfaction, resolve challenges, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, driving effective solutions in...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $196K *

Drive end-to-end technical execution as a Staff Full Stack Engineer, bridging frontend and backend technologies to create seamless user experiences for millions. Collaborate with product leadership to...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $100K *

Drive key infrastructure initiatives by managing Azure and hybrid systems, supporting regional IT operations, and leading technology integrations for acquisitions. Collaborate with teams to ensure sec...

New Jersey, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of product execution by enhancing processes and frameworks. Collaborate across teams to drive operational excellence, improve visibility, and streamline product delivery for impactful...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to strategic leadership in engineering management, aligning execution with business goals. Drive portfolio success, enhance client satisfaction, and empower teams to optimize performance in...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $135K *

Take ownership of features from design to production, enhance system reliability, and collaborate closely with engineers, product, and design teams to solve complex technical challenges in a dynamic e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $188K *

Elevate your career by enhancing platform reliability and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve operational challenges, improve observability, and ensure dependable systems in a...

Connecticut, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex renewable energy projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to drive project success from development through...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee the delivery of cutting-edge telecommunications and network infrastructure for data center operations, ensuring seamless connectivity and project execution across multip...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and support advanced Active Network Management Systems, leading their lifecycle from development to commissioning while ensuring integration with external systems and del...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Lead multidisciplinary teams in delivering complex infrastructure projects. Manage all phases from planning to operational readiness, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while fostering team deve...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 days ago

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

$139K - $188K *

Drive innovative IT solutions by leading multi-disciplinary teams, establishing operational policies, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives that enhance overall organizat...

Minnesota, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of a 24x7 Security Operations Center, leading a team of SOC analysts. Drive performance, manage client relationships, and ensure high-quality investigations while fostering team develop...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $195K *

Engineer innovative solutions for Arista's EOS software, enhancing data center networks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and debug features, ensuring high-quality softwar...

Vancouver, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$93K - $124K *

Unlock potential by joining a team focused on advanced Tier II support for network devices in a fiber optic transport network, ensuring operational excellence and 100% service availability across mult...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.