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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$74K - $87K *

Drive automation solutions to enhance efficiency and transparency in compensation and benefits processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to analyze workflows, design solutions, and implement improvemen...

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

$74K - $87K *

Optimize automation processes across compensation and benefits, enhancing efficiency and transparency. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, and maintain automated solutions that drive o...

Today

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

$85K - $125K *

Support the integration and readiness of data collection vehicles for Super Cruise, collaborating across hardware, software, and systems to ensure functionality and reliability while driving technical...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Software Engineer, driving the design, development, and maintenance of innovative web applications while collaborating with teams to enhance performance and functionali...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining software testing by establishing robust automation strategies and frameworks. Collaborate across functions to enhance data integrity and quality in high-volume environmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate your career by driving automation and quality in software testing. Collaborate across teams to enhance ETL solutions and ensure data integrity in high-volume environments while implementing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance software quality through automation and testing strategies. Drive innovation in ETL/Data Engineering and ensure compliance while collaborating across teams to deliver hi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Lead the quality assurance efforts for web applications by developing and executing comprehensive testing strategies. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and performance across multiple proje...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion quality and compliance as you lead critical testing activities, ensuring adherence to standards while collaborating with teams to enhance product performance and customer satisfaction in a dy...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $197K *

Lead the charge in developing robust vehicle software for cloud-seeding operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable mission execution, integrating cutting-edge technology and enhancing ope...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Innovate vehicle software solutions that enhance mission execution and reliability. Collaborate across teams to integrate systems, ensuring dependable operations and effective decision-making in real...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $146K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on verifying and validating electronic systems. Collaborate with engineers to design, test, and ensure compliance of embedded software, while adhe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the modernization of enterprise applications by driving data migration, system integrations, and workflow automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer-facing digita...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the modernization of enterprise applications by developing and enhancing systems using C# and .NET. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and optimize workflows in a dy...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Champion the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies in a new aerospace manufacturing facility, focusing on PLC programming, machine connectivity, and data capture to enhance operational efficiency a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $165K *

Unlock your potential as a Systems Engineer, driving advanced space-based solutions for national security. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop architectures and integrate complex syste...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $129K *

Champion reliability and performance in manufacturing by enhancing equipment maintenance strategies, leading root cause analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous impr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $175K *

Drive operational excellence by managing and enhancing production infrastructure. Collaborate with engineering and business teams to automate processes, ensure service reliability, and implement impro...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Explore innovative software solutions in a dynamic engineering environment, collaborating with a dedicated team to drive client success and enhance technical skills. Embrace a culture focused on probl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining vehicle safety by leading Functional Safety analyses for Chassis systems. Collaborate globally to embed safety from concept to production, utilizing MBSE tools to design...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $132K *

Elevate operational efficiency by providing expert engineering and administration support for storage and backup solutions across diverse environments, ensuring compliance and innovation in system man...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $132K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing storage and backup solutions for a DoD customer. This role involves engineering, administration, and innovation across on-premises and cloud environments, ens...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $126K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of technology by managing enterprise storage and backup solutions. Bring your expertise to support critical operations, ensure compliance, and drive innovation as...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that engineers innovative enterprise storage and backup solutions, providing crucial support for planning, implementing, and maintaining systems while ensuring compliance and operational e...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by designing and implementing advanced electrical control systems. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative automation solutions from concept to production, tackling te...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.