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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Controls Engineering Tools Architect
$110K - $130K *
Transform engineering efficiency by leading the development of automated tools and frameworks for global controls teams, ensuring high-quality, standardized, and secure control software deployment at...
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Controls Engineering Tools Architect
$110K - $130K *
Architect and optimize software tools for industrial automation, driving code generation and DevOps integration. Manage libraries and ensure interoperability across platforms while providing technical...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Drive innovation in robotic platforms from prototype to commercialization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance autonomous interfaces, mobility, and human-robot interaction, ensuring eff...
1 week ago
Senior Quality Automation Engineer - Hybrid
$71K - $112K *
Transform quality assurance by designing robust test strategies and automation frameworks for enterprise applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software reliability and optim...
1 week ago
Industrial Automation Engineer
$92K - $138K *
Champion operational excellence by leveraging engineering expertise to drive productivity improvements and strategic initiatives across a multi-building distribution campus, influencing key business d...
3 weeks ago
Development Engineer, Automation
$90K - $118K *
Develop innovative automation solutions for semiconductor manufacturing. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance precision equipment and systems, ensuring optimal performance from concept...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $190K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic team where you will ensure the integrity of geospatial intelligence systems through comprehensive testing across multiple platforms...
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Automation Engineer- Ignition and Manufacturing Data (Eastlake, OH)
$88K - $105K *
Pioneer innovative automation solutions by developing and supporting Ignition applications that enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring accurate data capture and collaboration across departments for...
1 week ago
$141K - $233K *
Lead the development of enterprise content delivery platforms using cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment to build customer-facing applications and automate processes, ens...
1 week ago
$130K - $155K *
Join our innovative team to architect and develop advanced simulation tools, tackling complex challenges and driving the next generation of technology in a dynamic environment...
2 weeks ago
$87K - $125K *
Lead the design and deployment of advanced automation solutions across multiple sites, driving strategies that optimize performance and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establis...
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Senior Tools & Automation Engineer iCloud
$145K - $175K *
Lead the charge in enhancing test automation for core iCloud products across multiple platforms. Collaborate with teams to develop scalable solutions, improve existing frameworks, and mentor engineers...
2 days ago
Staff DevOps Engineer - CI/CD, Build Automation, Edge & Robotics
$189K - $290K *
Shape the future of software delivery by leading CI/CD and build automation initiatives across diverse environments, enhancing reliability and developer experience while collaborating with cross-funct...
4 days ago
Automation Engineering Technician I
$64K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to develop and integrate robotic solutions that enhance manufacturing efficiency and safety. Collaborate on innovative projects while honing your skills in automation and mechanica...
2 weeks ago
Manager - Automation Maintenance
$103K - $155K *
Transform maintenance operations by leading a skilled team to enhance reliability and performance of automated systems, ensuring safety and continuous improvement in a dynamic warehouse environment...
1 week ago
Manager - Automation Maintenance
$103K - $155K *
Drive maintenance excellence in a dynamic automated environment, ensuring optimal performance of material handling systems. Lead a skilled team, manage budgets, and foster a culture of safety and cont...
1 week ago
$68K - $117K *
Shape your career by ensuring compliance and quality in industrial automation products through rigorous testing and collaboration with global teams. Drive continuous improvement in an accredited lab w...
2 days ago
$62K - $111K *
Drive the charge in developing and optimizing test solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and deliver comprehensive documentation and tra...
3 weeks ago
Senior Controls Engineer- Siemens PLCs
$94K - $161K *
Join our dynamic automation engineering team to design, program, and commission Siemens PLC systems for major automotive clients, ensuring optimal performance and safety from concept to startup...
1 week ago
Intermediate Systems Design Engineer II
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of nuclear engineering. In this role, you'll design and deliver high-reliability systems, collaborating with experts to ensure safety and performance while gainin...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Software Development Engineer, DevX Pipelines and Automation
$140K - $176K *
Unlock potential by driving innovation in software delivery processes. Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing development environments and pipelines while ensuring quality and efficiency across a...
Reposted 1 week ago
Automation Engineer III - Downstream/Buffer
$98K - $183K *
Accelerate the delivery of life-changing medicines by supporting automation systems in GMP environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing operations, troubleshoot contr...
2 days ago
Tooling and Automation Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative tooling solutions for new products, enhancing automation processes and driving efficiency in high-volume production environments...
2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in developing and executing high-impact Reliability Services. Drive strategic initiatives, optimize project delivery, and foster cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational e...
Reposted 1 week ago
Software Test Automation Engineer
$94K - $117K *
Join us to design and implement scalable test automation frameworks for cutting-edge equipment control applications, enhancing our Automated Storage product line through innovative testing strategies...
3 days ago
What does an Automation Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Automation Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting’s compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities to identify roles aligned with your experience.