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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$103K - $181K *

Join us to integrate engineering, budget, and scheduling for medium-sized projects, ensuring technical excellence and effective coordination across disciplines while supporting project management and...

1 week ago

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

$68K - $119K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining mission-critical data center operations. Your expertise will ensure optimal performance of electrical and mechanical systems, contributing to an exceptional...

6 days ago

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

$68K - $119K *

Transform your career by ensuring the reliability of critical data center systems. Engage in hands-on maintenance, troubleshooting, and project management while supporting multiple locations and colla...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Take ownership of transformative AI solutions by embedding within business units, identifying key operational challenges, and rapidly delivering demonstrable results that drive adoption and innovation...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage in operational excellence by optimizing manufacturing processes, leading capital projects, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency across multi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving IP strategy through collaboration with R&D teams, conducting prior art searches, and managing patent portfolios. Support litigation, training, and enforce IP rights, ensuri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support the management of DoD systems as a skilled DevOps Engineer by overseeing installations, configurations, and system monitoring to uphold security and sustainability within a secure environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Optimize production systems to drive efficiency in renewable energy generation. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices, enhance quality, and ensure timely project delivery across multiple...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive the development and coordination of electrical engineering deliverables, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards while collaborating across disciplines to resolve de...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Engineer innovative electrical solutions by developing and reviewing project deliverables, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating across disciplines to support design, procurement, and c...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Drive innovative process engineering solutions within a collaborative team, focusing on project design and documentation. Leverage your expertise to enhance nuclear engineering projects and ensure com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Shape the future of engineering by contributing to innovative projects and performing critical Process Engineering calculations within a collaborative team environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team of engineers focused on innovative process design and calculations. Collaborate on projects that shape the future of engineering in a supportive environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $196K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts across the lifecycle, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance mission-critical defense systems. Drive innovation and technical exc...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Systems Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and deliver advanced software systems. Drive integration and testing efforts while managing requ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $115K *

Elevate network operations by troubleshooting and optimizing a global data center network. Lead incident response, enhance processes, and drive automation initiatives while collaborating with engineer...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $115K *

Support advanced network operations by troubleshooting and optimizing a global data center network. Collaborate with teams to resolve complex issues, enhance processes, and drive continuous improvemen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to network and systems deployment by supporting installations and configurations nationwide. Collaborate with senior engineers to enhance your skills in a hands-on role, ensuring infrastruc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $110K *

Transform manufacturing processes by optimizing performance, enhancing safety, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to elevate operational efficiency and prod...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $105K *

Bring your expertise to support engineering operations, coordinating recruiting, onboarding, and resource planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of initiatives a...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of engineering by designing HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems for diverse projects. Collaborate with clients and teams from initial field visits to successful construction co...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with clients and project teams to design and develop HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems for diverse commercial and institutional projects, ensuring successful project completion from i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as an Implementation Engineer, leveraging data-driven insights to solve complex national security challenges. Collaborate with teams to implement technology solutions, deliver impa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's transforming student transportation safety through innovative cloud platforms and automation. As a Sr DevOps Engineer, you'll enhance infrastructure, CI/CD, and MLOps, ensuring reli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $100K *

Optimize IT operations by managing endpoint support and user experience. Collaborate with global teams to enhance security, streamline processes, and ensure seamless technology access for users across...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.