Walmart

Senior Manager, Automation Engineering

Walmart$110K — $220K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 4 years of experience in Engineering or supply chain, or 6 years of relevant experience.
  • 2 years of supervisory experience.
  • Proven expertise in automation system design and integration within complex environments.
  • Strong data analysis skills for insights and strategic decision-making.
  • Demonstrated leadership in engineering management and project planning.
  • Ability to develop financial analyses for automation investments.
  • Effective communication skills for stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and integration of automation systems for improved efficiency.
  • Utilize data analysis tools for insights and continuous improvement.
  • Manage complex projects aligning with business objectives and budgets.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to identify and implement automation solutions.
  • Oversee documentation and performance measurement of automation technologies.
  • Provide mentorship to engineering teams for operational excellence.
  • Develop business cases evaluating the financial impact of automation.

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k), stock purchase options, and company-paid life insurance.
  • Paid time off including sick leave, parental leave, and family care leave.
  • Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
  • Company discounts and Military Leave Pay.
  • Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
  • Education benefits covering tuition and materials for various programs.
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Role summary:

Walmart is seeking a Senior Manager, Automation Engineering to join the Transportation Engineering team and help architect the future of one of the largest private fleets in North America. This role will focus on advancing yard modernization initiatives to shape the future of our distribution center yards improving efficiency, enhancing safety, and delivering business value. They will collaborate with product, technology, and operations on solution design and deployment. You'll research emerging technologies, design scalable infrastructure solutions, lead pilots, and operationalize next-generation transportation systems .
About the team:

Join Walmart's Transportation Engineering team, a leader in advancing one of North America's largest private fleets. This team drives innovation in zero-emissions technology, autonomous vehicle systems, and yard modernization. Operating at the intersection of automation, infrastructure, and large-scale operations, the team develops and deploys cutting-edge fleet technologies and modernizes distribution center yards. Collaborating with internal and external partners, the team advances solutions from concept to scaled deployment, ensuring operational efficiency and financial viability. This group shapes Walmart's transportation strategy through continuous improvement, advanced analytics, and project management excellence.
What you'll do:
  • Lead the design, development, and integration of automation systems to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Utilize data analysis tools to generate insights, influence strategic decisions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Manage complex projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, and budgets.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to identify automation opportunities and implement scalable solutions.
  • Oversee documentation, testing, and performance measurement of automation technologies.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering operational excellence.
  • Develop business cases and evaluate financial impacts to support automation investments.

What you'll bring:
  • Proven expertise in automation system design, integration, and troubleshooting within complex operational environments.
  • Strong data analysis skills with the ability to leverage tools for hypothesis testing, visualization, and strategic decision-making.
  • Demonstrated leadership in engineering management, including project planning, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Experience driving process improvements and operational excellence through continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Ability to develop and present business cases, financial analyses, and ROI evaluations for automation initiatives.
  • Effective communication skills to influence stakeholders and convey complex technical information clearly.
  • Proficiency in managing transportation and supply chain logistics considerations related to automation projects.


At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00

Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :

- Stock








Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and 4 years' experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area. Option 2: 6
years' experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area.
2 years' supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Masters: Computer Engineering

Primary Location...

805 Respect, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America

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