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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$160K - $260K *

Help us design cutting-edge infrastructure solutions by collaborating with account teams and customers across diverse technology areas. Drive growth by identifying tailored opportunities within data c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $260K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$255K - $295K *

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$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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$88K - $105K *

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

$135K - $149K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $210K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

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

$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Innovate technology solutions that enhance business capabilities by bridging the gap between technical and business teams. Lead architecture design, stakeholder collaboration, and implementation overs...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $235K *

Lead the charge in developing robust backend applications, driving complex projects from design to launch. Collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and tackle architectural challenges to enh...

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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.