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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$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...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer 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...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $150K *

Transform your career by leveraging your AWS expertise in a dynamic DevOps role. Collaborate with a hands-on team to enhance infrastructure and streamline development processes while tackling complex...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$93K - $126K *

Elevate your career by supporting diverse system studies in renewable energy projects. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, delivering technical expertise and leveraging advanced tools to ensure safe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Champion innovative solutions by evaluating customer needs and delivering technical expertise. Collaborate with teams to manage complex projects, ensuring effective application solutions and driving r...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $210K *

Innovate and lead the technical vision for large-scale product systems, driving cross-functional initiatives and engineering excellence while mentoring teams to enhance growth and impact across multip...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $108K *

Shape the future of data analytics by designing and building a robust data layer in BigQuery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize metrics and enable self-service analytics, ensuring...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's advancing national security by securing our infrastructure. Work collaboratively in a dynamic environment to enhance IT engineering efforts, ensuring compliance and safeguarding cru...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Empower the reliability of AI workloads by defining SLOs, managing AWS infrastructure, and ensuring safe operations for a multi-tenant platform. Collaborate on incident response and build observabilit...

Myrtle Point, ORRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building reliable data pipelines and models for risk and compliance. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure data integrity and support regulatory needs w...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Lead the design and delivery of innovative, AI-driven software solutions for public safety. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliability, security, and scalability while mentoring engineers and opti...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $215K *

Transform AI experiences by architecting LLM-based agents that integrate with real-world tools, orchestrate tasks, and scale in production. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and ensure high...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $189K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of application architecture by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards, and driving innovation across technology domains to su...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer experiences by providing expert technical support, driving solutions, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance product reliability and satisfaction. Your role is crucial...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Engage in a hands-on role to enhance security across products and infrastructure, collaborating with leadership to prioritize and execute critical security initiatives while ensuring compliance and ri...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and enhancing backend APIs and services that streamline operations and improve patient experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, automated...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $270K *

Advance the technical direction of backend systems, designing scalable services and APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience and drive impactful solutions while men...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $192K *

Engineer advanced building automation systems, mentor junior engineers, and ensure adherence to design standards while solving complex problems and providing technical support to sales teams for optim...

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1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading complex data center scheduling projects. Collaborate with innovative teams to create precise construction schedules, manage risks, and drive impactful results in a dynam...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Architect AI-driven solutions that automate workflows across teams, enhancing efficiency and productivity. Collaborate with diverse departments to design, deploy, and iterate on intelligent agents, sh...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $356K *

Shape the future of wireless communication by leading the development of cutting-edge 5G/6G systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and scalability, driving innovation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $230K *

Transform mission-critical applications by collaborating with AI engineers to enhance performance, scalability, and security. Drive technical excellence and mentor peers while navigating dynamic feder...

Reston, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a technical leader in electrification, driving project specifications and solutions for diverse markets. Collaborate with engineers and sales teams to enhance ABB's presence a...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $105K *

Transform the testing landscape by designing and implementing robust testing methods for IT products, ensuring they meet specifications while collaborating with developers and users to enhance quality...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $191K *

Unlock your potential as a Firmware Engineer, developing innovative software for millions of devices. Collaborate across teams to enhance hardware and firmware, ensuring impactful solutions for divers...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.