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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$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through innovative testing strategies. You'll manage an enterprise test repository, develop test plans, and ensure compliance with DoD standa...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $185K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to lead automation projects in the pharmaceutical sector. Drive technical excellence, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on innovation and growth. As a Software Engineer, you'll enhance our Linux-first infrastructure, tackle real-world challenges, and deliver impactful...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovation and stability. As a key player, you'll develop and optimize Linux-based applications, collaborate across teams, and tackle real-worl...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $148K *

Drive automation initiatives across departments to enhance efficiency, streamline operations, and support scalable growth. Collaborate with teams to design and implement innovative solutions that tran...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $148K *

Join a team that's transforming operations through innovative automation solutions. Collaborate across departments to design and implement systems that enhance efficiency and drive growth, making a si...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower innovation by designing advanced software solutions for high-performance agricultural machinery in a collaborative Agile environment, driving productivity and sustainability for farmers worldw...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion innovative automation solutions by designing and programming customized controls systems. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to transform client needs into highly effective, automated...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of automated testing by developing robust frameworks for enterprise retail systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive quality assurance practices and ensure seamless in...

3 weeks ago

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

$50K - $200K *

Optimize automation solutions by leading project execution, mentoring engineers, and ensuring high-quality delivery of control systems in capital projects using industry-leading technologies...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Architect robust automation frameworks and validation strategies for cutting-edge energy technology, ensuring safety and reliability in real-time embedded systems and multi-fuel dynamics. Lead testing...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Help us enhance security operations by designing and implementing automation workflows. This senior-level role focuses on improving managed detection and response, integrating security platforms, and...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize security automation processes by designing and implementing workflows that enhance detection and response capabilities across multiple environments, ensuring reliability and efficiency in sec...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform security operations by designing and automating workflows that enhance detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable security integrations a...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $160K *

Empower innovation by leading the deployment and operation of a cutting-edge AI platform. Drive infrastructure, CI/CD, and observability to support scalable, reliable systems that enhance development...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Join us to architect and implement a robust industrial controls runtime, enhancing energy systems with modern software flexibility while ensuring reliability and operational discipline in high-stakes...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to automate HR processes through innovative solutions, leveraging AI and data-driven insights to enhance efficiency, streamline workflows, and elevate self-service capabilities, ultima...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion the design and optimization of automated control systems to enhance manufacturing efficiency and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions that drive c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of advanced simulation models for automated material handling systems. Collaborate with teams to optimize designs, enhance throughput, and mentor junior eng...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by building and validating discrete-event simulation models for automated material handling systems. Collaborate with teams to analyze performance, support customer engagements, and m...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive automation and cloud solutions, enhancing infrastructure services and supporting critical platform implementations. Collaborate on innovative projects while ensuring s...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.