Director of Operations - Engineering

Atlas OT LLC

Englewood (CO)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

27 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / Flexible schedule

Company sponsored training & certs

PPE Reimbursement

Cell phone allowance $50/mo

Paid holidays (11)

PTO 120 hours/year

Merit-based bonuses

Quarterly bonus

Employee recognition

Referral bonus

401(k) with employer match

Life & AD&D

Disability plans

EAP

Pet Insurance

Critical Illness

Vacation/Perks program

Job summary

Atlas OT LLC is seeking a Director of Operations to lead the operational backbone across project delivery, resource planning, engineering execution, safety and quality. This executive will align with EPC-style workflows, oversee vendors and partners, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining client satisfaction.

The role requires 10+ years in automation/EPC contexts, 5+ years leading multi-discipline teams, and strong leadership, communication, and strategic skills.

Qualifications

10+ years in industrial automation, EPC or systems integration.
5+ years leading multi-discipline technical teams.
Strong PLC/HMI/SCADA, industrial networking & instrumentation.
Experience with EPC workflows: design packages, RFIs, procurement, QA/QC, commissioning.
Proven ability to build operational systems, processes and KPIs.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day operations across engineering, project management, fabrication and field execution.
Build and maintain operational systems, processes and KPIs that support scalable growth.
Oversee resource planning, staffing strategy across active and upcoming projects.
Drive continuous improvement in delivery workflows, documentation standards and quality systems.
Mentor and develop project managers, engineers and technical staff; promote safety-first culture.

Skills

Industrial automation

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

PMP certification

CAP certification

PE license

Tools

UL508A knowledge

RFI management

ISO QA/QC

EPC workflows

Job description

About Atlas OT

Atlas OT is a premium systems integrator delivering industrial automation, controls engineering, and lifecycle OT support across energy, infrastructure, manufacturing, and mission-critical industries. We combine engineering rigor, field-ready execution, and transparent project delivery to help clients operate safely, efficiently, and with confidence.

Job Description

About Atlas OT

As we expand our execution capabilities and scale our project portfolio, we are seeking a Director of Operations who brings deep experience in EPC environments or industrial systems integration. This leader will shape our operational strategy, elevate delivery performance, and ensure Atlas OT continues to execute with excellence, compliance, and technical depth.

Position Summary

The Director of Operations owns the operational backbone of Atlas OT—leading project delivery, resource planning, engineering execution, quality, safety, and cross-functional coordination. This role requires a leader who understands the realities of industrial automation work: complex scopes, multi-discipline engineering, vendor coordination, fabrication oversight, commissioning challenges, and EPC-style documentation and controls.

You will oversee project managers, controls engineers, technicians, and support staff, ensuring every project meets Atlas OT’s standards for safety, quality, compliance, and client satisfaction. You will also develop and manage strategic partnerships with preferred partners, vendors, clients, and be responsible for commercial relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

Lead day-to-day operations across engineering, project management, fabrication, and field execution.
Build and maintain operational systems, processes, and KPIs that support scalable growth.
Oversee resource planning, workload balancing, and staffing strategy across active and upcoming projects.
Drive continuous improvement in delivery workflows, documentation standards, and quality systems.

Project Delivery Oversight

Provide executive oversight for automation and controls projects across design, procurement, fabrication, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and turnover.
Ensure project managers and engineering leads maintain accurate schedules, budgets, risk registers, and change logs.
Support escalation management, technical issue resolution, and client communication for high-visibility projects.
Review engineering deliverables for completeness, constructability, and compliance with client and industry standards.

Technical & EPC Integration

Guide teams through EPC-style workflows, including design reviews, submittals, RFI management, and turnover documentation.
Ensure alignment between engineering, procurement, fabrication, and field execution.
Oversee vendor relationships, panel shops, instrumentation suppliers, and system integrator partners.
Support development and enforcement of technical standards, QA/QC processes, and commissioning procedures.

People & Culture Leadership

Mentor and develop project managers, engineers, and technical staff.
Build a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Support recruiting, onboarding, and career development pathways for technical and operational roles.
Promote a safety-first mindset across all field and shop activities.

Commercial & Strategic Support

Collaborate with leadership on pricing strategy, proposal development, and margin protection.
Support contract review, risk assessment, and scope definition for new opportunities.
Provide operational input into long-term strategic planning, capacity expansion, and organizational design.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, EPC project delivery, or systems integration.
5+ years of leadership experience managing multi-discipline technical teams.
Strong understanding of PLC/HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networking, and instrumentation.
Proven ability to manage complex engineering projects with strict scope, schedule, and budget requirements.
Experience with EPC workflows: design packages, submittals, RFIs, procurement, fabrication, QA/QC, and commissioning.
Demonstrated success building operational systems, processes, and KPIs in a technical organization.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder-management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience as a Senior Project Manager, Engineering Manager, or Operations Manager in an EPC or systems integration environment.
Experience with UL508A panel fabrication, FAT/SAT execution, and commissioning leadership.
Familiarity with ISO-style quality systems or structured QA/QC frameworks.
PMP, CAP, PE, or similar professional certification.
Experience in energy, water/wastewater, manufacturing, or infrastructure sectors.

Benefits

Atlas OT employees are the best, and as such get the best benefits. Our total compensation plan provides pay above average for our industry as validated by independent third parties. We also provide many opportunities for bonus compensation for those willing to put in extra hours, refer friends and new clients.

Hybrid / Flexible schedule work
Company sponsored training and certifications
PPE Reimbursement Program
$50/month Cell Phone Reimbursement
Paid Time off for all Federal Holidays (11 total)
120 hours / year of accrued Paid Time Off (inclusive of 10 Vacation and 5 sick days)
Merit Based Rewards and Bonuses such as
Quarterly Bonus
Employee recognition
New Employee Referral Bonus
Pick your tax advantage bonus - elect to get tax-free contributions to education expenses such as tuition assistance, dependent care, and retirement.