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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$169K - $338K *

Shape the architectural vision for a global Omni Services platform, driving modernization and scalability across diverse markets while influencing engineering and product strategies to enhance custome...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $183K *

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Ann Arbor, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate audio ML research by designing workflows that automate experiments, enhance reproducibility, and optimize GPU resources. Collaborate with researchers to streamline processes and deliver impact...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $165K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $150K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $173K *

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Portland, MERemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$126K - $145K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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

$122K - $174K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $285K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful client implementations by managing project scope, ensuring quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product features and efficiency in clinical research opera...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.