(USA) Senior Manager, Automation Engineering

Walmart, Inc.

$110K — $220K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Bentonville, AR
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 4 years of experience in Engineering, supply chain, or related area
  • 2 years of supervisory experience
  • Strong expertise in automation engineering, robotics and process improvement
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and other engineering tools

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of automation solutions
  • Oversee project management ensuring alignment with business objectives
  • Analyze data for process improvement opportunities
  • Develop technical documentation supporting automation initiatives
  • Collaborate with teams to optimize system integration
  • Utilize engineering tools to support automation project execution
  • Drive continuous improvement to reduce operational costs

Benefits

  • Medical, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) plan and company-paid life insurance
  • Paid time off including PTO, parental and family care leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Military Leave Pay and adoption/reimbursement benefits
  • Paid education programs covering tuition and fees
Full Job Description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...
Role summary:

The Senior Manager, Automation Engineering plays a critical role in shaping the future of Walmart's eCommerce fulfillment network. This is a design & deployment focused role that blends strategy, engineering, and execution-driving how facilities evolve into next-generation automated environments supporting same-day and next-day delivery capabilities. You will lead automation initiatives using Walmart's proprietary fulfillment solutions while developing long-term strategies to improve performance across the network.

This is a high visibility role with end-to-end ownership across the project lifecycle. This is an ideal role for someone who can thrive with ambiguity, can influence cross functional teams and able to bring teams together.
What you'll do:
  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of automation solutions to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Oversee project management activities ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
  • Analyze data to identify opportunities for process improvements and operational excellence.
  • Develop and maintain process flow diagrams and technical documentation to support automation initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including supply chain and robotics to optimize system integration.
  • Utilize AutoCAD and other engineering tools to support design and execution of automation projects.
  • Drive continuous improvement efforts to streamline workflows and reduce operational costs.

What you'll bring:
  • Proven expertise in automation engineering with strong knowledge of robotics and process improvement methodologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data and develop process flow diagrams to optimize operational efficiency.
  • Experience managing complex projects within supply chain or manufacturing environments, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and other engineering design tools to support automation system development.
  • Strong leadership skills to drive operational excellence and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Solid understanding of project management principles applied to engineering initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.


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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