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 - $115K *

Join a team that's focused on optimizing operations and driving strategic growth. As an Operations Manager, you'll oversee P&L, enhance production efficiency, and lead teams to meet customer demands w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Manage technical support for electronics products in military aircraft, ensuring quality and on-time delivery. Collaborate with teams to resolve production issues and drive improvements throughout the...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing electromechanical actuator products. As a Product Engineer, you'll collaborate across functions to enhance product quality and support lifecycle management, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K *

Join a dynamic team to manage TDOT project reviews, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with specifications. Contribute to impactful infrastructure projects while developing your career in a collabora...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by applying systems engineering principles across all lifecycle phases. Collaborate with government and program personnel to ensure technical integrity and quality in deliverables...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in scaling a real-time iGaming platform by managing SRE and Platform Engineering teams, ensuring operational excellence and strategic infrastructure improvements for over 150M players...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of tactical communications networks. Design, integrate, and maintain advanced systems while collaborating with military and commercial partners to enhance operati...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead maintenance efforts by managing technicians, improving efficiency, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Develop maintenance programs, oversee emergency and routine repairs, and manage...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll oversee E&I operations, ensuring efficiency and safety. Manage technicians, develop maintenance programs, and drive site initiatives for optimal equipment performance...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining internal tools for sourcing RFPs, leveraging modern technology and AI. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders while driving rapid experimentation and platform development...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining internal tools for sourcing RFPs, leveraging modern technology and AI. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders while driving rapid experimentation and platform development...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Lead innovative water resource projects, enhancing your engineering expertise through collaboration on diverse, multi-discipline initiatives that shape the future of transportation infrastructure...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Lead the design and integration of telecommunications systems for rail and transit projects, ensuring compliance and effective stakeholder engagement throughout all project phases from planning to com...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join us to tackle complex challenges in our Data Center, ensuring system reliability and performance. You'll debug hardware and software issues, manage ticketing systems, and collaborate with partners...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $150K *

Join us to oversee and manage diverse civil infrastructure projects, ensuring successful planning and execution while leading teams and mentoring professionals in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Empower cardiology practices by implementing and supporting IT infrastructure. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure seamless deployments, troubleshoot issues, and create documentation for sust...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Tackle the implementation and support of IT infrastructure for cardiology practices, ensuring seamless deployment and operational efficiency through collaboration with internal teams and external vend...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K *

Take ownership of plant operations by monitoring and maintaining equipment to ensure safe, efficient performance. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and uphold compliance with safety and re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Elevate the engineering department by driving delivery, managing teams, and ensuring production quality. Lead hands-on development while fostering innovation in AI-driven systems to enhance operationa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality projects through effective coordination, procurement, and safety management. Collaborate with skilled professionals to ensure project success an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by liaising with teams and agencies to secure permits, resolve design issues, and mentor junior engineers, ensuring compliance and sustainability throughout the project lifecy...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $90K *

Join our dynamic team as a Quality Engineer, where you'll develop and implement aerospace quality standards, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across processes and products in a f...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Empower product excellence by leading electrical design defect resolution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product robustness, yield, and quality while driving corrective actions and continu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $176K *

Manage and enhance Kubernetes infrastructure across on-prem and AWS, ensuring platform reliability and scalability. Collaborate closely with Principal Engineers to optimize operations and deliver tail...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $171K *

Drive innovation in hybrid-cloud infrastructure as a Staff Operations Engineer. Lead cross-team collaboration, shape technical direction, and enhance system reliability while overseeing complex projec...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.