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Everwatch

DevOps Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD

$72.12 - $110.58/hr

You Have: * 8+ years of experience in the development of tools and processes to drive DevOps or DevSecOps maturity by automating builds, regression testing, monitoring, and pushing releases across ...

Everwatch

DevOps Engineer

Annapolis Junction, MD · On-site

$72.12 - $110.58/hr

Qualifications You Have: * 8+ years of experience in the development of tools and processes to drive DevOps or DevSecOps maturity by automating builds, regression testing, monitoring, and pushing ...

Power Drives Inc

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$100K/yr

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER Power Drives, Inc. is a Buffalo‑based manufacturer specializing in custom‑engineered hose, tube, and fluid conveyance systems for a wide range of industrial and mobile ...

JHTNA Manufacturing LLC

Project Engineer

Sturtevant, WI · On-site

This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to collaborate with global teams, influence product direction, and drive engineering excellence across innovative consumer products. What You'll ...

Everwatch

DevOps Engineer

Aurora, CO · On-site

$72.12 - $110.58/hr

Qualifications You Have: * 8+ years of experience in the development of tools and processes to drive DevOps or DevSecOps maturity by automating builds, regression testing, monitoring, and pushing ...

Everwatch

DevOps Engineer

Aurora, CO · On-site

$72.12 - $110.58/hr

Qualifications You Have: * 8+ years of experience in the development of tools and processes to drive DevOps or DevSecOps maturity by automating builds, regression testing, monitoring, and pushing ...

Hydro-Gear

Product Engineer

Huntingdon, TN · On-site

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working through complex calculations, leading technical projects, and using data to drive engineering decisions that support production, quality, and product ...

Hydro-Gear

Product Engineer

Sullivan, IL · On-site

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working through complex calculations, leading technical projects, and using data to drive engineering decisions that support production, quality, and product ...

Hydro-Gear

Product Engineer

Princeton, KY

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working through complex calculations, leading technical projects, and using data to drive engineering decisions that support production, quality, and product ...

JHTNA Manufacturing LLC

Project Engineer

Sturtevant, WI · On-site

This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to collaborate with global teams, influence product direction, and drive engineering excellence across innovative consumer products. What You'll ...

Soni Resources

Azure Cloud Engineer

Conshohocken, PA · On-site

$120K/yr

Soni Resources is hiring an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to drive DevOps excellence across our organization. This role will design, build, and support scalable Azure cloud infrastructure while ...

MPD Integration LLC

Mechanical Engineer 3

Dane, WI · On-site

This role provides technical leadership, mentors junior engineers, and drives innovation, standardization, and continuous improvement across the engineering organization. Essential Responsibilities ...

The AES Group

Lead Azure DevOps Engineer

Frisco, TX · On-site

$49.25 - $67.50/hr

Define and drive DevOps best practices, CI/CD processes, and cloud governance. * Provide architectural guidance and ensure reliable, scalable, and secure solutions. * Support Azure licensing ...

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How much do drives engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for drives engineer in the United States is $87,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,500.00 and $97,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a drives engineer?

A Drives Engineer is a technical professional who specializes in the design, installation, programming, and maintenance of variable frequency drives (VFDs) and other motor control systems used in industrial automation. They work with electrical and mechanical systems to optimize motor performance, energy efficiency, and process control. Drives Engineers are often responsible for troubleshooting drive-related issues, integrating drives into larger automation systems, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Their expertise is crucial in industries such as manufacturing, oil and gas, water treatment, and transportation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a drives engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Drives Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, automation, and motor control systems, often supported by a relevant degree and practical experience. Proficiency in programming PLCs, configuring variable frequency drives (VFDs), and familiarity with industrial communication protocols are typically required, and certifications from manufacturers like Siemens or ABB are advantageous. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help in diagnosing issues and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure efficient system performance, minimize downtime, and enable the successful delivery of automation projects.

What is the difference between Drives Engineer vs Motor Control Engineer?

AspectDrives EngineerMotor Control Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, certifications in drives or automationBachelor's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, certifications in motor control or automation
Work EnvironmentIndustrial settings, manufacturing plants, automation systemsResearch labs, industrial automation, manufacturing
Industry UsageDesign, installation, and maintenance of variable frequency drives and automation systemsDesign and development of motor control algorithms and systems

Drives Engineers and Motor Control Engineers often share similar educational backgrounds and work environments. However, Drives Engineers focus on the integration and maintenance of drives and automation systems, while Motor Control Engineers specialize in developing motor control algorithms and systems. Both roles are essential in industrial automation, but their specific responsibilities and expertise areas differ.

What are the typical challenges drives engineers face when working on large-scale industrial automation projects?

Drives Engineers working on large-scale industrial automation projects often encounter challenges such as integrating drives with existing control systems, ensuring compatibility across different hardware and software platforms, and maintaining system reliability under demanding operational conditions. They may also need to troubleshoot complex issues on-site and coordinate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including electrical engineers, PLC programmers, and maintenance staff. Successful Drives Engineers develop strong problem-solving skills and clear communication abilities to navigate these technical and collaborative challenges.
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Infographic showing various Drives Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,220 per year, or $41.9 per hour.

DevOps Engineer

Everwatch

Annapolis Junction, MD

$72.12 - $110.58/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

EverWatch is a government solutions company providing advanced defense, intelligence, and deployed support to our country’s most critical missions.  We are a full-service government solutions company. Harnessing the most advanced technology and solutions, we strengthen defenses and control environments to preserve continuity and ensure mission success.

EverWatch employees are focused on tackling the most difficult challenges of the US Government. We offer the best salaries and benefits packages in our industry - to identify and retain the top talent in support of our critical mission objectives.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.


As a DevOps engineer, you know how to set up cloud environments and provision computer networking, storage, and virtual networks—ultimately, how to “harness the cloud.” We’re looking for a DevOps infrastructure engineer like you to support our clients as they modernize their IT infrastructures and meet their most challenging missions.


As a DevOps infrastructure engineer at Booz Allen, you’ll work closely with cloud architects and engineers to manage server configuration for modern cloud solutions. You’ll sharpen your skills within a DevOps framework to establish or provision virtual machines or networks and use cloud service providers to further your clients’ meaningful missions.

 
With access to our internal innovative labs, there’s no better place to expand your skills and explore different ways of solving our clients’ challenges. Whether helping to develop, deploy, or manage IT infrastructures for crucial server and network components, here, you’ll have the latest tech and brightest teammates at your fingertips.


You Have:

  • 8+ years of experience in the development of tools and processes to drive DevOps or DevSecOps maturity by automating builds, regression testing, monitoring, and pushing releases across environments
  • 5+ years of experience troubleshooting, triaging, and resolving issues related to CI/CD pipeline failures or slowness
  • Experience developing enterprise cloud-native solutions
  • Experience using active learning and analytical thinking within a collaborative, cross-functional team environment
  • Knowledge of provisioning computer networking and storage, and setting up servers that the platform is on, including virtual machine/VMs or networks
  • TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
  • HS Diploma or GED
     

Nice If You Have:

  • 15+ years of experience in the development of tools and processes to drive DevOps or DevSecOps maturity by automating builds, regression testing, monitoring, and pushing releases across environments
  • Experience developing enterprise cloud-native solutions involving Kubernetes, Docker, AWS, Jenkins, or Azure
  • Knowledge of creating and improving continuous automation across multiple technical stacks
  • Knowledge of triaging and resolving issues related to both open source and commercial tools in public cloud environments
  • Bachelor’s degree

Clearance: 

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

 


Compensation at EverWatch is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $72.12 to $110.58 per hour.  The estimate displayed represents the typical compensation range for this position and is just one component of EverWatch’s total compensation package for employees. 


US-MD-Annapolis Junction
US-CO-Aurora
DevOps, Kubernetes, CI/CD

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