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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$81K - $134K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring software quality through rigorous testing and validation. Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to uphold standards and enhance application performance...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform the internal IT landscape by managing employee support, systems administration, and infrastructure scalability. Drive automation and security initiatives while enhancing user experience in a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Elevate organizational performance by analyzing and optimizing business processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop future-state models and support transformation initiatives, ensuring alignme...

Atlanta, GARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Join our team as a technical leader to secure AI applications and platforms. Drive AI security architecture, testing, and standards, collaborating across teams to ensure robust and secure deployment o...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$230K - $245K *

Champion innovation by leading a dynamic engineering team to automate financial data extraction, enhancing model accuracy and efficiency for clients. Drive impactful solutions that empower analysts to...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Champion the operationalization of machine learning systems by building robust workflows and infrastructure. Collaborate with ML researchers to enhance production efficiency and reliability, ensuring...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the development of secure platform capabilities for enterprise clients, collaborating across teams to define product scope, manage complex requirements, and ensure successful delivery in highl...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $170K *

Engage in our DevSecOps practice to develop APIs and integrations, ensuring secure systems and effective communication between stakeholders and developers. Contribute to continuous improvement while m...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $191K *

Drive the future of technical interviewing by developing scalable, AI-enhanced full-stack solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive systems that improve assessment process...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by providing technical leadership on high-impact cloud projects. Collaborate with a distributed team to enhance our cloud platform's efficiency and drive strategic initiatives acro...

Plano, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Optimize HVAC system designs for data centers, ensuring energy efficiency, redundancy, and compliance. Collaborate globally on high-profile projects while leveraging advanced technologies and methodol...

Columbus, OHRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data centers through innovative HVAC design. Leverage your expertise in mechanical engineering to deliver efficient, sustainable solutions while collaborating...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing innovative HVAC systems for data centers. Collaborate with global teams to optimize energy efficiency and ensure operational excellence in mission-critical environment...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data centers through innovative HVAC design. Leverage your expertise in mechanical engineering to deliver high-impact solutions for global clients while enjoyi...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform the security landscape by integrating security practices into CI/CD pipelines and Kubernetes environments, ensuring robust protection for cloud-native applications, AI services, and infrastr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Transform safety-critical airborne systems by leading embedded software development, ensuring compliance with DO-178C objectives, and guiding technical teams through the entire development lifecycle w...

East Hartford, CTRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $124K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful scientific software demonstrations and training. Collaborate with diverse teams to address customer needs and enhance bioinformatics solutions, driving innovati...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by developing and executing strategic sales plans to enhance market share and foster executive relationships within key accounts in the Chemical, Food & Beverage, and Paper industries...

Tennessee, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $196K *

Lead the charge in developing and scaling innovative front-end solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, secure, and performant systems while mentoring junior engin...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of supplier quality in mechanical engineering by overseeing the quality assurance of critical components and systems. Collaborate with suppliers to ensure compliance, execute testing...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $165K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading the design and integration of marine vessels. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and quality in hull structure, propulsion, and auxiliary systems, wh...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $190K *

Advance your career by building scalable software solutions using modern AI tools. Collaborate remotely to enhance stability, mitigate technical debt, and engage in meaningful discussions while levera...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$155K - $190K *

Transform the future of software development by building scalable, AI-augmented solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance stability, engage in code reviews, and stay ahead of emerging tech...

Toronto, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $140K *

Transform your career by leading complex design change projects from inception to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage substantial budgets, and drive innovation in a fast-paced e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $260K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with account teams to design tailored infrastructure solutions, manage client relationships, and identify technology opportunities across Data Center, Cloud, and Secu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.