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 - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing complex systems and enhancing security protocols. Utilize your extensive experience in Linux, PostgreSQL, and AWS to drive innovative solutions and ensure seamless operat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $183K *

Unlock potential by delivering innovative SaaS solutions and AI experiences. Collaborate across teams to enhance product quality and accelerate software delivery while ensuring reliability and custome...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of autonomous driving by leading trajectory generation and controls. Collaborate across teams to deliver safe, optimized solutions while enhancing vehicle performance through innovati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $149K *

Drive cybersecurity innovation by developing Python-based automation solutions that enhance operational efficiency and security capabilities across diverse teams, focusing on AI-enabled tools and inte...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $221K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving digital transformation for major accounts. As a Technical Account Manager, you'll leverage your technical expertise to engage clients, understand their needs, a...

Chicago, ILRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $105K *

Empower innovation as you design and develop automation solutions, enhancing data processing workflows. Collaborate with teams to onboard new projects and ensure seamless operations using advanced pro...

St. Cloud, MNRemote

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of evaluation systems for GenAI solutions, ensuring accuracy, safety, and reliability. Collaborate with product teams to establish standards and automated pipelines...

Florida, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $191K *

Empower innovation in safety technology by developing AI-driven solutions that enhance customer experiences and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable, impactful products...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of accurate proposals and cost estimates for water and wastewater projects. Collaborate with engineering, sales, and finance teams to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfact...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in architecting and automating secure CI/CD pipelines and cloud infrastructure, ensuring compliance and resilience while delivering high-quality software through expert DevSecOps pract...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Deliver innovative backend solutions that enhance integrations and streamline security workflows. Collaborate with experts to build reliable services, ensuring seamless connectivity and improved inves...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $193K *

Lead a team to develop metrics and analysis tools that enhance decision-making for autonomous driving software. Engage in hands-on data analysis, manage workflows, and drive insights to improve system...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the future of engineering workflows by building and delivering robust AI-driven automation and agent-based capabilities, ensuring products meet real customer needs and are reliable for complex e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Help us drive the future of automation by owning AI agents that onboard applications and ensure self-healing workflows. You'll enhance existing systems, prioritize security, and collaborate across tea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to develop and enhance a robust platform for agents and workflows, driving productivity and collaboration across engineering and business functions while ensuring qualit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $150K *

Transform the reliability of software applications by developing internal tools that automate processes and enhance site health. Lead full lifecycle ownership from coding to deployment, collaborating...

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

$85K - $110K *

Empower clients by transforming their needs into innovative system designs. As a Design Engineer 2, you'll lead complex projects, collaborate with stakeholders, and refine your technical expertise whi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of autonomous systems by leading rigorous testing and validation for safety-critical vehicles. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure reliability and performance in both simulation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $121K *

Drive the design and maintenance of data management systems, ensuring they meet business needs. Collaborate with a team to automate and secure data delivery while troubleshooting and enhancing EDI pro...

Winston Salem, NCRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and managing Azure infrastructure, ensuring seamless hybrid connectivity and robust disaster recovery. Collaborate across teams to enhance operations, automate processes...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $192K *

Unlock your potential as a VMware and OpenShift Virtualization Developer, driving automation and efficiency in virtualization services. Collaborate with teams to enhance platform stability, performanc...

Dearborn, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Strategize customer success by leveraging performance software solutions to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and reliability across diverse industries, ensuring effective project execution and...

Colorado, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive seamless SaaS implementations by collaborating with clients, configuring solutions, and providing expert support. Ensure optimal performance and user satisfaction while managing multiple project...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $280K *

Shape the future of internal attack engineering by leading a skilled team to innovate and maintain cutting-edge offensive security capabilities, ensuring safe, autonomous attacks across enterprise net...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $192K *

Develop and enhance a cloud-native agent harness, ensuring secure, reliable, and efficient operations. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver features, fix bugs, and innovate using AI throughout t...

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  •   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.