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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and supporting automation systems for complex aluminum manufacturing processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance production efficiency and ensure robust data management...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$128K - $184K *

Transform the testing landscape by owning automated QA processes, ensuring the Circuit platform's reliability and performance through innovative AI-driven test suites and CI/CD integration, while ment...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$108K - $130K *

Shape the future of automation in manufacturing by leading initiatives that enhance product yield, reduce costs, and implement advanced technologies. Collaborate across teams to drive continuous impro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Shape the future of electric aviation by developing innovative assembly processes and tooling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturability, manage build timelines, and ensure...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Join us to revolutionize electric aviation by developing innovative assembly processes and tooling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturability and lead hands-on build efforts...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $125K *

Drive innovation in electric aviation by developing processes and tooling for structural assemblies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturability, manage build timelines, and e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on designing and releasing exterior vehicle components. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance while driving innovation in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $176K *

Innovate with us to enhance software quality through systematic testing and analysis. Collaborate with engineers to debug complex products, ensuring high standards and effective solutions while leadin...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive the design and optimization of advanced manufacturing systems. Collaborate with engineering and production teams to develop, program, and maintain high-performance automation solutions using cut...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $128K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing automated test scripts within an Agile team, ensuring high-quality software delivery for critical systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to validate integr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $85K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the design and implementation of automated testing frameworks, enhancing CI/CD pipelines and ensuring software quality across multiple platforms while driving continuous im...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of cutting-edge industrial automation solutions. This senior-level role combines technical execution, project leadership, and customer inte...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $120K *

Elevate manufacturing efficiency as you drive automation process enhancements, provide critical technical support, and manage compliance at high standards in dynamic environments. Your insights will l...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Champion product success by leading R&D initiatives for a cutting-edge verification management solution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategy, customer adoption, and integration w...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Business Services

$166K - $200K *

Drive product success for a next-gen verification management solution by collaborating with cross-functional teams, defining priorities, and ensuring customer adoption while leading R&D initiatives an...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as you provide expert support for self-guided forklifts and ASRS, ensuring optimal performance and innovative solutions in a dynamic engineering environment. Collaborate across t...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer requirements into actionable engineering solutions while collaborating with sales and operations teams. Drive product improvement and ensure compliance with specifications for succe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that supports advanced automation in Pharma and Radiopharma projects, driving software development and commissioning activities to ensure compliance and excellence in delivering technical...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$139K - $176K *

Unlock your potential by designing and building AI-driven platform services and SDKs that empower product teams to enhance software capabilities in a cutting-edge engineering environment...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $180K *

Deliver impactful automation projects by leading on-site execution, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and timely completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leverage digital tools to enha...

3 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of semiconductor design by leading the development of innovative EMIR and power integrity solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product stra...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K - $144K *

Join a dynamic team to conduct shock response testing for thermal protection systems, utilizing advanced engineering simulations and experimental design to drive innovation and ensure safety in critic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engineer cutting-edge automation equipment designs to enhance manufacturability, performance, and cost-efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead total design processes, and provide tec...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $105K *

Elevate quality standards by driving risk mitigation and improvement initiatives within aerospace manufacturing, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and excellence in every...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the development and improvement of automation systems across multiple facilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency, product quality, and cybe...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.