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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$110K - $166K *

Pioneer efficient electrical and control solutions to drive project success across manufacturing platforms. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring robust project execution and a...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$155K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining cybersecurity by securing AI agents at scale. You'll lead presales technical efforts, collaborating with Account Executives to drive evaluations and articulate the value...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $190K *

Empower growth by leading presales technical efforts, collaborating with sales teams to drive evaluations and articulate the value of AI Agent Security to diverse stakeholders in complex environments...

Washington DC, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by collaborating with sales teams to identify prospects, educate clients on solutions, and drive impactful meetings that address security challenges and deliver tailo...

Raleigh, NCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to deliver innovative waste management solutions. Collaborate with clients to optimize operations through tailored technology integrations and enhance sustainability efforts while drivin...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$139K - $174K *

Lead structural design for complex projects, focusing on data centers and industrial facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior engine...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $240K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you build full-stack applications for federal partners, focusing on user experience, security, and seamless integrations. Collaborate with engineers and product teams to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead impactful customer projects by partnering with cross-functional teams, ensuring project delivery from scope to handover, and driving improvements in quality, cost, and sustainability while mainta...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Champion the execution of feasibility studies, ensuring quality and timely delivery while fostering collaboration across teams to optimize site selection and patient recruitment for successful project...

North Carolina, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $130K *

Empower enterprise infrastructures by designing automated workflows for secure, scalable network management. Utilize advanced scripting and automation to optimize systems while leveraging your experti...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $220K *

Shape the future of large-scale GPU cluster architectures by optimizing designs within power constraints while ensuring peak performance across all components and services. Collaborate with cross-func...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Optimize large-scale GPU cluster architectures within power constraints, ensuring maximum density and performance. Collaborate across teams to design, validate, and document innovative solutions for h...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining Risk and Security strategies by providing senior technical expertise, co-creating innovative solutions, and driving partner engagement to enhance commercial success and m...

Columbus, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Optimize project execution for large-scale infrastructure and data center programs. Lead individual projects from kickoff to closeout, ensuring alignment with program objectives and stakeholder expect...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$206K - $242K *

Shape the future of cloud security by leading GCP attack capabilities. Drive research, design, and implementation of offensive strategies while collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance enterprise...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $135K *

Take ownership of developing innovative software tools and firmware for advanced systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance data management and testing capabilities, ensuring high-quality sol...

King George, VARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Build customer relationships by delivering seamless onboarding and maximizing platform adoption, driving value realization through proactive guidance and cross-team collaboration...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$64K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and support innovative applications and systems. Leverage your coding expertise in various languages to enhance software solutions while ensuring adherence to i...

Lansing, MIRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Drive software engineering initiatives by leading teams to deliver innovative digital solutions. Define technology strategy, oversee development processes, and foster a culture of excellence and colla...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$131K - $205K *

Join a team that's leading the charge in utility-scale solar and battery energy storage projects. As the electrical engineering lead, you'll drive technical excellence and support key project phases f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Develop and optimize high-performance software systems using Rust, focusing on Linux environments and distributed applications. Collaborate on architecture and enhance software quality through modern...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Innovate with us as a Senior Software Engineer, driving core feature development and automation across the stack. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance scalability and performance in a dynamic, mi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Optimize secure cloud infrastructure and automate compliance controls while enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure reliability and security in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$76K - $95K *

Lead the charge in implementing quality standards across solar projects, ensuring compliance and performance through effective monitoring, reporting, and corrective actions while fostering teamwork an...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

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

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.