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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$110K - $130K *

Explore your potential in a dynamic client-facing role, driving successful AI implementations across banking systems. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure seamless deployments, enhance product...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $133K *

Lead customer engagement and technical design for critical power projects, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate across teams to resolve issues and manage multiple projects, driving successful...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in integrating AI capabilities across enterprise platforms, enhancing digital services for Veterans. Collaborate with teams to implement innovative solutions while ensuring security an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $189K *

Lead the charge in establishing a modern quality-engineering practice, driving automation strategy and framework development while mentoring teams to enhance release readiness and quality metrics acro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $140K *

Lead QA efforts to enhance mobile application quality through automation, performance testing, and strategic oversight. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust testing practices and mentor a h...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $124K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines, enhancing software delivery and operational stability for enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $130K *

Champion innovative control systems for industrial solutions, leading design and development projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure products meet market demands while transitioning designs to manu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver hands-on engineering solutions for industrial control systems, focusing on SCADA, PLC programming, and project management while ensuring safety and customer satisfaction...

Charlotte, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $155K *

Lead the design and implementation of a UiPath automation program, establishing governance and operational standards while collaborating with a diverse team to build a Center of Excellence from the gr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $140K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing AWS environments, automating CI/CD, and ensuring robust application delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams for end-to-end ownership and enhance...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise agent solutions with Microsoft technologies. Collaborate on agent governance, lifecycle management, and secure operations, while translating designs into product...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $155K *

Grow your expertise in cloud environments by designing and optimizing secure, cost-effective infrastructures across Azure, GCP, and AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance automation a...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Optimize your career by leading the design and implementation of secure cloud infrastructure for federal spectrum management systems, ensuring reliability and compliance while mentoring junior enginee...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Optimize quality assurance processes by designing and maintaining automation frameworks that enhance software reliability and delivery speed. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complian...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $158K *

Champion the design and development of scalable infrastructure for AI, enhancing data-platform capabilities and optimizing cloud-native architectures to support enterprise-level machine learning workl...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate AI-driven automation solutions for manufacturing processes, translating business needs into scalable, secure designs. Lead architecture, development, and compliance while mentoring teams and...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of automation by driving complex sales cycles, building executive relationships, and exceeding targets in the Consumer & Life Sciences sectors. Leverage your expertise to deliver tail...

Irving, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales excellence in cutting-edge automation solutions across diverse industries. Build strong executive relationships, manage a robust pipeline, and exceed your...

Detroit, MIRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Reimagine engineering collaboration by integrating real-world expertise into product development. Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows, tackle complex challenges, and drive innovat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Advance engineering quality assurance for autonomous driving systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and maintain traceability throughout the product...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Empower integration solutions by designing and maintaining critical connections across platforms, enhancing Quote-to-Cash processes and ensuring seamless data flow for thousands of merchants through i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Empower a team of controls engineers to design and enhance control systems for material handling solutions, ensuring project execution and quality while fostering innovation and collaboration across d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering precise panel configurations and documentation. Collaborate with engineers and support teams to ensure successful project execution from design to field star...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform client engagements by leading cross-functional teams to deliver automation solutions on time and within budget, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and high-quality standards throug...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform application deployment by collaborating with teams to streamline processes, enhance automation, and ensure high-quality releases across environments while mentoring junior members and drivin...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.