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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Building Automations Engineer-Mechanical Construction
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Join a team that's shaping the future of building automation systems. Leverage your expertise in HVAC and electrical automation to drive project success from design to commissioning in a fully remote...
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Test & Validation Integration Engineer - Federal Customer
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in ensuring seamless deployment of enterprise-grade infrastructure by integrating, testing, and validating complex systems in a controlled lab environment, enabling rapid field activat...
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Transform customer relationships into growth opportunities by managing renewals and expansion across a portfolio of law firm accounts. Leverage insights and build strategic partnerships to drive succe...
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Accelerate progress at the forefront of automation testing for Salesforce applications. Leverage your expertise with advanced tools and AI technologies while ensuring quality across the software devel...
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Elevate your career as an Intermediate DevOps Engineer, collaborating on infrastructure and reliability initiatives. Contribute to CI/CD practices and support AI-driven projects while ensuring securit...
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Unlock potential by designing and automating cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance platform capabilities and streamline deployment processes for scala...
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The Test Engineer will implement automation for increased efficiency and provide hands-on testing and QA expertise in mission-critical work across our client base. This role involves delivering qualit...
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Drive innovation in building automation systems by leading a skilled team, ensuring quality design deliverables for critical projects, and fostering collaboration across engineering disciplines to ach...
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$180K - $225K *
Transform the claims process by building robust event-driven systems. As a key player, you'll design, implement, and maintain backend services, ensuring reliability and efficiency while mentoring fell...
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AI Engineer (CCC Auto / Agentic)
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Join a dynamic team to build and ship LLM-powered features that automate claims processes. You'll design secure, efficient workflows and ensure trustworthiness through rigorous evaluation, all while o...
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Accelerate progress at the forefront of federal spectrum management by implementing and maintaining secure Azure cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams to...
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IT Tech Lead - Enterprise Automation
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Elevate your career by leading technical strategies and ensuring application integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, optimize performance, and implement best practices...
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$101K - $188K *
Advance your career by supporting enterprise automation and container-platform capabilities in secure environments. Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructu...
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Automation Consultant - Layout Execution
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Lead the charge in executing automation projects across North America, focusing on facility layout and equipment installation while ensuring safety and operational excellence through collaboration and...
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Champion the delivery of advanced manufacturing capabilities by leading cross-functional teams, managing project lifecycles, and ensuring alignment with customer and stakeholder expectations for succe...
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Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers in EDR remediation, transforming insights into actionable product capabilities while managing scope and fostering collaboration across engineering t...
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Drive your career forward by leading systems engineering for a cloud-based enterprise system. Engage in architecture development, integration, and modernization efforts while ensuring security and ope...
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Applied HVAC Solutions Engineer
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Join the team as a key technical authority, delivering impactful training on commercial HVAC systems. Empower engineers and design professionals with expertise in system design, application, and speci...
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Software Test Engineer (Engineer III)
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Join a dynamic team to elevate software quality through innovative testing strategies, ensuring robust performance and scalability. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive testing initiatives and enha...
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Drive innovation by collaborating with hardware teams to enhance tools, evolve compilers, and improve developer experiences, ensuring efficient and effective hardware design processes...
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Drive cloud infrastructure initiatives as a Platform Engineer, utilizing IaC and DevOps practices to enhance reliability and performance. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and implement sc...
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Join our NAM Application Engineering team to provide technical expertise in controls and systems integration. Collaborate with vendors and sales teams to deliver custom solutions, troubleshoot issues...
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Operations Engineer (Java, Oracle, AWS & WebLogic)
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Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing enterprise applications for federal agencies. Leverage your expertise in Java, Oracle, and AWS to enhance operational stability and support mission-critical...
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Drive the design and administration of complex network environments, collaborating across teams to implement standardized solutions using Cisco technologies. Ensure seamless deployment and support whi...
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What does an Automation Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Automation Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting’s compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities to identify roles aligned with your experience.