Operations Engineer Jobs in South Dakota
Operations Engineer jobs in South Dakota are open across Rapid City, Brookings, and Milbank and other South Dakota metros, with employers like NAES Corporation, Terex Corporation, and Twin City Fan Companies hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What You’ll Do:
- Establish corporate standards for key manufacturing processes
- Lead multi-plant improvement initiatives
- Deliver significant gains in OEE, scrap, and quality
- Evaluate and deploy advanced automation technologies
- Mentor junior engineers and serve as technical escalation point
- Support enterprise capital strategy
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- 5–10+ years manufacturing/process engineering experience
- Multi-site capital project leadership experience
- Strong Lean, root cause, and KPI expertise
You’ll Thrive Here If You:
- Influence without formal authority
- Communicate strategic intent clearly
- Use data and pilot results to demonstrate value
- Balance long-term standardization with tactical flexibility
- Lead with integrity and transparency
- Elevate the capability of those around you
Why Join Twin City Fan?
- Define enterprise manufacturing standards
- Influence long-term capital investments
- Clear path to corporate technical leadership
- Established, stable Midwest manufacturer
Twin City Fan is committed to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
About Twin City Fan:
Twin City Fan is dedicated to manufacturing excellence, continuous improvement, and operational integrity. We believe strong processes create strong performance — and strong engineers build strong processes.
We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and expect every team member to uphold our safety standards.
As a Process Engineer you will be offered pay of $87,000-108,000 dependent on experience. You will also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus tied to overall performance of the organization.
At Twin City Fan we want our employees to achieve their personal best and strive to offer programs that support our employees and their families. We offer a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K plan with employer match, as well as short/long term disability. Employees also have access to benefits such as employee assistance programs, education reimbursement, paid vacation, holiday pay, and volunteer time. Other exciting benefits TCF offers include a homeownership savings program, pet insurance, and more!
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What You’ll Do:
- Establish corporate standards for key manufacturing processes
- Lead multi-plant improvement initiatives
- Deliver significant gains in OEE, scrap, and quality
- Evaluate and deploy advanced automation technologies
- Mentor junior engineers and serve as technical escalation point
- Support enterprise capital strategy
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
- 5–10+ years manufacturing/process engineering experience
- Multi-site capital project leadership experience
- Strong Lean, root cause, and KPI expertise
You’ll Thrive Here If You:
- Influence without formal authority
- Communicate strategic intent clearly
- Use data and pilot results to demonstrate value
- Balance long-term standardization with tactical flexibility
- Lead with integrity and transparency
- Elevate the capability of those around you
Why Join Twin City Fan?
- Define enterprise manufacturing standards
- Influence long-term capital investments
- Clear path to corporate technical leadership
- Established, stable Midwest manufacturer
Twin City Fan is committed to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
About Twin City Fan:
Twin City Fan is dedicated to manufacturing excellence, continuous improvement, and operational integrity. We believe strong processes create strong performance — and strong engineers build strong processes.
We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and expect every team member to uphold our safety standards.
As a Process Engineer you will be offered pay of $87,000-108,000 dependent on experience. You will also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus tied to overall performance of the organization.
At Twin City Fan we want our employees to achieve their personal best and strive to offer programs that support our employees and their families. We offer a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K plan with employer match, as well as short/long term disability. Employees also have access to benefits such as employee assistance programs, education reimbursement, paid vacation, holiday pay, and volunteer time. Other exciting benefits TCF offers include a homeownership savings program, pet insurance, and more!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Operations Engineer Job Market in South Dakota
A snapshot from current South Dakota openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- NAES Corporation3
- Terex Corporation3
- Twin City Fan Companies3
- AFCO Performance1
- AKG North American Operations1
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing9
- Consumer Goods3
- Energy3
- Electronics & Hardware2
- Medical Devices2
What South Dakota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in operations engineer jobs across South Dakota.
- Bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering or a related field
- Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen
- Proficiency in data analysis tools including SQL, Python, Excel, or Tableau
- Familiarity with SCADA, PLC systems, or operations management software
- Strong root cause analysis and corrective action documentation skills
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, or system architecture diagrams
Operations Engineer Jobs in South Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How many operations engineer jobs are there in South Dakota?
There are 22+ operations engineer openings in South Dakota on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Rapid City, Brookings, and Milbank. New positions post regularly as employers across South Dakota hire.
Which South Dakota cities have the most operations engineer jobs?
Rapid City, Brookings, and Milbank have the most operations engineer openings in South Dakota right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire operations engineers in South Dakota?
Employers hiring operations engineers in South Dakota include NAES Corporation, Terex Corporation, and Twin City Fan Companies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote operations engineer jobs in South Dakota?
Yes. About 5% of operations engineer openings tied to South Dakota are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in South Dakota metros.
How do I apply for operations engineer jobs in South Dakota?
You can apply to operations engineer jobs in South Dakota directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred South Dakota location, then apply to each one that fits.
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