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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$84K - $112K *

Help us enhance production efficiency by managing and optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring reliability, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across all operational KPIs...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $125K *

Lead the charge in traffic engineering by designing innovative solutions for transportation projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance safety and mobility, while taking ownership of design tasks and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $125K *

Develop innovative traffic design solutions to enhance safety and mobility. Collaborate with project teams and clients, leveraging your expertise in maintenance of traffic and signing to deliver high...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $220K *

Engineer robust Kubernetes orchestration strategies across cloud and on-prem environments, ensuring reliability and scalability. Collaborate with teams to tackle complex deployment challenges and enha...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $100K *

Lead process performance in production, driving continuous improvement and troubleshooting automated systems to achieve SQDCP objectives while collaborating with cross-functional teams on new product...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion technical leadership in engineering oversight for FFS, NDT, and quality assurance. Collaborate with teams to deliver solutions, enhance capabilities, and drive continuous improvement while en...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $149K *

Unlock potential by leading facility condition assessments, leveraging 7-10 years of MEP expertise to guide teams and ensure compliance across diverse client portfolios, while mentoring others and dri...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $149K *

Drive your career with a leading role in assessing and managing facility systems. Utilize your expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design to lead projects and mentor teams, ensuring comp...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $149K *

Grow your career with us by leading Facility Condition Assessment projects, leveraging your expertise in mechanical systems to assess and manage facility systems for diverse clients across the globe...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $149K *

Inspire excellence in facility assessments by leveraging your engineering expertise. Lead teams to evaluate mechanical systems, ensuring compliance and quality across diverse projects while mentoring...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading Facility Condition Assessments globally. Leverage your expertise in MEP systems to mentor others, execute project plans, and ensure compliance while working in...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $149K *

Lead transformative Facility Condition Assessment projects, leveraging your expertise in MEP systems to guide teams and ensure compliance across diverse client portfolios. Drive quality and efficiency...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $149K *

Analyze facility systems and lead assessments for large portfolios, leveraging 7-10 years of MEP expertise. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and quality, while mentoring others and managing...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $149K *

Lead the charge in assessing and managing facility systems for diverse clients. Utilize your expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to deliver high-quality evaluations and recommend...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Innovate your career as a Project Engineer, leading design and evaluation phases while managing client relations and ensuring compliance across multidisciplinary projects...

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

$147K - $202K *

Drive innovation in semiconductor manufacturing by optimizing processes, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance device performance and resolve engineering challenges...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to high voltage substation engineering design. Collaborate on projects from 34.5kV to 500kV, applying your expertise in electrical systems and engineering standards to del...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $180K *

Shape the future of high voltage substation design by collaborating with project teams to create engineering documents, perform calculations, and ensure project success through effective communication...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of high voltage substation design. Leverage your engineering expertise to create innovative solutions, collaborate with project teams, and ensure project success...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Tackle complex network infrastructure challenges by architecting and leading the design of resilient solutions for hyperscale data centers. Collaborate with teams to establish technical standards and...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower our team to build innovative security and governance solutions, shaping access management for both human and agent users. Lead a small, dynamic group as we define architectural foundations and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of security and governance by leading a dynamic team to develop innovative access management solutions for both human and agent users, ensuring robust capabilities that scale with cus...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Elevate your career as a Principal Network Engineer, aligning cutting-edge network solutions with hyperscale data center operations. Leverage deep technical expertise to lead fiber infrastructure desi...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform network infrastructure by architecting, designing, and implementing robust solutions for hyperscale data centers. Engage with cross-functional teams to establish standards and drive operatio...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design and management of robust and scalable network infrastructure for hyperscale data centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high performance and reliability in support...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 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.