Explore Automation Engineer Jobs

Automation engineers design, build, and improve systems that perform tasks with less manual effort. Their work spans software testing, manufacturing, robotics, and business processes. Browse vetted Automation Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where roles are focused on compensation of $100,000 or more.

What Automation Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by industry and seniority. Engineers may develop automated test frameworks, program industrial controls, integrate robotics, or streamline workflows. Common tasks include analyzing requirements, selecting tools, writing and maintaining code, monitoring system performance, troubleshooting failures, and documenting solutions. Collaboration with software, operations, quality, and product teams is often essential.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, or C#, along with automation frameworks, scripting, and version control. Depending on the role, useful skills may include CI/CD, cloud platforms, APIs, databases, PLCs, robotics, instrumentation, or industrial protocols. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills help engineers deliver reliable systems and explain technical tradeoffs.

Automation Engineer Career Paths

Automation engineers can specialize in quality assurance and software test automation, industrial and manufacturing automation, robotics, or process automation. With experience, professionals may advance into senior engineering, architecture, technical leadership, or engineering management roles. The best-fit path depends on your technical strengths, industry interests, and the scale of systems you want to own.

Find Automation Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted Automation Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, responsibilities, and compensation details, then focus your search on opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Job availability and qualifications vary by employer and location.

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$79K - $143K *

Join a team that's redefining release engineering by optimizing CI/CD pipelines, integrating AI solutions, and ensuring high-quality software delivery through innovative automation and collaboration w...

Ottawa, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-performing engineering team, driving strategy and innovation in web3 technologies. Shape the future of decentralized systems while ensuring top-tier security and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $101K *

Optimize system performance by remotely monitoring automated operations, coordinating troubleshooting, and collaborating with onsite teams to enhance efficiency and reliability in material handling sy...

Wilmington, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$179K - $204K *

Transform customer operations by leading AI-driven business initiatives, ensuring strategic deployment of the Celonis Platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance value realization and drive imp...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $253K *

Join a pioneering team to deploy innovative BPMN workflows, enhancing enterprise processes. You'll drive customer adoption, collaborate globally, and shape product development while ensuring operation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Champion quality assurance by shaping testing strategies and automating workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high standards without hindering delivery. Drive efficiency and rel...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support and enhance large-scale data center automation through hands-on PLC programming. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure precise integration of critical HVAC and mechanical systems for re...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development of cloud infrastructure automation using AWS, Terraform, and Dynatrace. Oversee CI/CD integration and observability efforts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enha...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Lead innovative design solutions as a Senior Design Engineer, transforming client needs into actionable broadcast system designs. Collaborate with global teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure pro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Transform the design landscape by building essential components that empower product teams. Collaborate closely with designers to enforce design principles and enhance user experience while navigating...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $194K *

Transform high-voltage engineering for utility-scale solar and energy projects. Lead design, manage technical interfaces, and ensure project execution from development to operations, driving collabora...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $275K *

Lead and optimize cloud infrastructure for simulation frameworks, driving team performance and technical strategy. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance validation processes and ensure robust soft...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of DevOps by leading tooling architecture and cloud testing initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines, drive automation, and ensure compliance with security stand...

Tampa, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $163K *

Lead and inspire software engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring high-quality standards and alignment with business goals. Foster a collaborative culture while driving continuous...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$56K - $114K *

Drive the development and support of innovative ECM solutions in an Agile environment, focusing on workflow automation and integration with enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

Lansing, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in software engineering excellence, guiding modernization initiatives while mentoring engineers to enhance reliability and scalability in cloud environments...

Maryland, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $150K *

Champion innovative mechatronic solutions as a Subject Matter Expert, bridging client needs with engineering teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-performance designs in semiconductor...

New Hampshire, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Elevate public safety through innovative software solutions. Lead design and architecture, mentor engineers, and drive AI-native development practices to enhance reliability and security in critical s...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer specifications into precise, competitive quotes. Collaborate across engineering, operations, and sales to enhance pricing strategies and improve win rates while ensuring profitabili...

Wauseon, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI products by leading a talented engineering group. Drive delivery, foster growth, and ensure quality while collaborating closely with product experts to exec...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career with this role driving innovative design in automotive ICE products. Lead development, collaborate globally, and enhance vehicle performance through advanced design engineering p...

Farmington Hills, MIRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $120K *

Champion quality assurance in GIS software by developing test plans, validating data, and ensuring reliability for Army geospatial applications. Collaborate with experts to enhance automated testing p...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $195K *

Champion innovation by leading software verification and validation efforts for critical aerospace projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure flight software meets rigorous standards...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Champion hardware readiness for customer deployments, ensuring timely delivery and accurate documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage escalations, RMAs, and configuration contro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by delivering innovative robotic solutions, ensuring seamless integration and operational success for customers. Collaborate, troubleshoot, and enhance system performance while provid...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Automation Engineer do?question toggle

    An Automation Engineer designs, develops, and maintains systems that reduce manual work. Depending on the industry, this can include automated software testing, industrial controls, robotics, or automated business processes.

  • What skills are commonly required for Automation Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include programming or scripting, automation tools and frameworks, troubleshooting, and systems integration. Specific roles may also require experience with CI/CD, cloud services, PLCs, robotics, APIs, or manufacturing systems.

  • What industries hire Automation Engineers?question toggle

    Automation Engineers work in software and technology, manufacturing, automotive, healthcare, finance, logistics, and other industries that use automated systems.

  • How much do Automation Engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on experience, location, industry, and specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary and role details.

  • How can I find Automation Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Automation Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting’s compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities to identify roles aligned with your experience.