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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$97K - $143K *

Elevate your career by managing daily operations in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Oversee compliance, optimize workflows, and lead a dedicated team to deliver high-quality aerospace products wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Drive project success by managing document control, facilitating communication, and resolving issues. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure timely deliverables and maintain project documentatio...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Manage and optimize engineering operations in a luxury hotel, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient maintenance. Lead a diverse team, oversee projects, and enhance guest satisfaction...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing technical oversight for EPC and Design-Build projects, ensuring optimal engineering solutions and project execution. Collaborate with teams to navigate challenges and deli...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $160K *

Transform manufacturing processes by developing, validating, and optimizing systems for robotics production. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive cost reduction and ensure production readiness whil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$180K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining product engineering. Own high-impact features, ship daily, and rapidly iterate on user feedback in a fast-paced environment, utilizing cutting-edge AI tools to maximize p...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering building optimization initiatives to enhance energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Lead technical projects, engage with city agencies, and drive innovati...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Innovate hiring processes by automating recruitment systems and financial forecasting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and ensure timely project d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth and innovation by executing capital projects. You'll provide technical leadership across the project lifecycle, ensuring safe and efficient solutions that align with...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$83K - $137K *

Unlock potential by supporting enterprise virtualization and Kubernetes platforms. Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure reliability and performance across multiple data centers, while building...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of our Roadway practice by leading multi-state initiatives, managing client relationships, and driving business development in the Ohio River Valley. Collaborate with teams to deliver...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage in diverse engineering projects, providing analysis, design, and consulting services. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, manage budgets, and resolve challenges while delivering qualit...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative engineering solutions across diverse sectors. Provide consulting services, manage projects, and ensure compliance while collaborating with clients...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Drive innovative land development projects by managing design and technical planning, ensuring compliance and efficiency in site layouts, stormwater management, and client relations to foster resilien...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive technical excellence in facilities engineering, overseeing design and development of production facilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safe, efficient operations while supporting b...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Design standardized HV/MV substation systems for seamless campus interconnection, ensuring utility compliance and optimizing layouts across multiple sites for efficiency and effectiveness in engineeri...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform substation designs for interconnection, ensuring utility compliance and efficiency through standardized layouts and physical specifications, while facilitating collaboration with utilities a...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by designing high-voltage substations and ensuring compliance with utility standards. Collaborate with utilities to create standardized, efficient designs for interconnection acros...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Elevate your career by building and maintaining innovative software solutions in a collaborative team environment, driving quality and reliability in a growth-focused cloud SaaS for municipal finance...

Victoria, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage engineering execution for EPC projects, ensuring quality, safety, and client satisfaction. Lead a team, oversee consultants, and develop internal capabilities to support power delivery infrastr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence for EPC projects, overseeing resource management, consultant relationships, and technical quality. Drive organizational growth while ensuring project delivera...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Reimagine the future of pharmacy automation by designing and building innovative mechanisms. Collaborate with senior engineers to create hardware that impacts real patients, learning through hands-on...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $206K *

Transform mission systems visibility and cost accountability through innovative observability solutions, blending platform engineering and full-stack development to enhance operational efficiency and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Join a team that's optimizing mission systems visibility and cost accountability. This role blends platform engineering with full stack development to create dashboards and tools for operators and fin...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Unlock potential by blending platform engineering and full stack development to enhance mission system visibility and cost accountability, utilizing cutting-edge tools and technologies in a secure env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.