Automation Engineer Jobs

Welcome to the Automation Engineer category page on Ladders, where you can find the best opportunities for career growth and progression.

What is an Automation Engineer?

An Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, programming, simulating, and testing automated machinery and processes to complete precise tasks.

Why Choose Automation Engineering?

This field offers numerous high-paying job opportunities, exciting projects, and the chance to be at the forefront of technological innovation.

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$130K - $155K *

Empower engineering teams by developing a robust AI foundation to streamline agent-based systems that enhance software creation. Focus on building quality, measurable tools and fostering collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower projects through expert management and strategic coordination. Drive success by planning, monitoring, and executing initiatives on time and within budget while collaborating cross-functionally...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $120K *

Transform software quality assurance by blending manual precision with automated testing, ensuring reliable SaaS platforms. Collaborate across teams, drive QA innovations, and own the testing process...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $115K *

Help us ensure software excellence as a QA Engineer, bridging manual precision with automated testing. Drive innovations in quality assurance while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance product...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $173K *

Lead the charge in high-complexity defense and aerospace projects, overseeing engineering execution and strategic integration. Drive mission success through collaboration, mentoring, and innovative sy...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $152K *

Lead innovative structural engineering projects for nuclear facilities, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to advance designs and guide junior engineers. Your expertise will drive quality and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$149K - $232K *

Engage in the full software development lifecycle, leading design, development, and optimization of non-embedded software to meet industry standards and customer needs while enhancing product reliabil...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$111K - $186K *

Drive security success by leading manual application security reviews, collaborating on threat modeling, and improving processes across a diverse product portfolio. This hands-on role demands analytic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $152K *

Unlock your potential as a senior engineer, collaborating on structural design projects for nuclear facilities. Guide junior team members and harness your expertise in advanced materials and structura...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Bring your expertise to the development of innovative hardware and software technologies in vehicles, enhancing user experience and safety. Collaborate with suppliers, perform testing, and capture req...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $260K *

Drive the vision for modern platform engineering as you lead a high-performing team focused on enhancing DevOps, observability, and cloud-native application development, ensuring scalability and relia...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge AI/ML solutions by collaborating within a dynamic product team. Engage in the full product lifecycle, ensuring robust implementation and user-centered design...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing our infrastructure, automating deployments, and ensuring security through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Bring your expertise to enhance our clou...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $192K *

Explore an opportunity to lead impactful datacenter projects, collaborating with diverse teams to uphold engineering standards, deliver timely solutions, and enhance building automation systems across...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in clinical engineering operations and enhance patient care. Oversee multi-site management, build high-performing teams, and shape outcomes with accountability. Drive impactful results...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading and scaling a multidisciplinary engineering team in full-stack and data engineering. Drive impact through collaboration and technical excellence, ensuring quality and in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $157K *

Unlock quality excellence as you lead cross-functional initiatives, driving customer satisfaction and continuous improvement in manufacturing and engineering processes to meet strategic business goals...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $140K *

Champion cloud reliability and scalability by designing, automating, and supporting AWS infrastructure and Kubernetes environments. Contribute to incident response, deployment automation, and operatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $126K *

Empower success by leading validation activities for regulated computerized systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance with regulatory standards, quality assurance, and risk-based me...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $143K *

Transform Talent processes by leading optimization and standardization initiatives. Collaborate across functions to implement technology and AI solutions that enhance efficiency and improve experience...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Manage implementation projects by analyzing requirements, configuring systems, overseeing data conversions, and supporting client transitions to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfact...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize cloud-native architecture for cutting-edge solutions, driving technical leadership, modern engineering practices, and cross-team collaboration to enhance platform scalability and resilience w...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team of engineers in the design and implementation of protection and control systems for major utility substations, coordinating efforts and ensuring design integrity while mentoring junior eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team of engineers in developing protective relaying systems for major utility substations. Cultivate relationships and ensure QA/QC in engineering projects whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Support virtual design and field installation teams by managing design coordination and validation processes. Ensure compliance with design specs and facilitate communication among project teams to dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What skills are required for an Automation Engineer job?question toggle

    Automation Engineers should have strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a deep understanding of automation software and tools.

  • Where can I find Automation Engineer jobs paying over $100,000?question toggle

    You can find a range of high-paying Automation Engineer jobs right here on Ladders.