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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$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing cutting-edge software and HIL models for innovative electric and hybrid vehicle systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to validate advanced powertrain...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $96K *

Optimize testing processes for custom power control systems, ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards. Collaborate with teams to deliver reliable solutions for critical infrastruc...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Create scalable RESTful APIs and automation services to modernize enterprise solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and drive adoption of self-service capabiliti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Elevate validation processes by ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing efficiency through automation. Collaborate with teams to deliver comprehensive validation activities across...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Network Engineer II, focusing on network maintenance, troubleshooting, and upgrades. Collaborate with vendors and ISPs to ensure optimal performance across global infrastructu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $149K *

Innovate testing strategies for aerospace hardware, ensuring mission readiness through rigorous environmental and functional testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Deliver innovative automation solutions to enhance manufacturing efficiency, drive quality improvements, and lead Industry 4.0 initiatives. Collaborate on projects from concept to implementation, ensu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join a collaborative team enabling data-driven digital services and monitoring solutions. Your skills will enhance data quality and operational reliability, directly impacting customer safety and insi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$162K - $260K *

Drive functional safety for autonomous vehicle software, ensuring reliability and compliance through safety analysis and requirements derivation. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance safety proce...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $101K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on developing innovative embedded software solutions for HVAC systems. Collaborate globally to create impactful technologies that enhance energy e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform manufacturing efficiency by leading automation systems design and integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production processes and mentor engineering personnel, ensu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $250K *

Drive the transition to new system architecture while maintaining legacy applications. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, leveraging your full-stack development skills to enhance application perfor...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Champion the transformation of manual QA to a robust AI-driven automation practice. Lead a team to enhance web and API testing through innovative strategies while setting standards and mentoring engin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Champion the deployment and monitoring of computer vision models on Azure, ensuring efficient processing of real-time image streams from edge cameras while optimizing infrastructure and enhancing mode...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize the deployment and monitoring of computer vision models on Azure, ensuring high performance and scalability while managing GPU resources and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhan...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock the potential of AI by deploying and optimizing computer vision models in Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-performance production environments and drive innovation...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the deployment and monitoring of computer vision models in Azure, ensuring high performance and reliability for real-time image processing from edge cameras. Collaborate with cross-functiona...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the deployment and monitoring of computer vision models on Azure, ensuring high performance and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize GPU resources and strea...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Drive innovation by applying AI agents to enhance our staffing marketplace. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate processes, build scalable systems, and deliver impactful solutions that...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $240K *

Lead the charge in developing AI-driven solutions that automate staffing processes, enhancing efficiency across our marketplace. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect and build scalable...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $215K *

Analyze user requirements and system architectures to develop specifications, guide design activities, and ensure technical integrity in system engineering. Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $215K *

Help us shape the future by developing and managing system requirements and documentation for complex operations. This role involves technical leadership, integration, and collaboration with stakehold...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $120K *

Transform customer needs into innovative solutions by developing service contracts and modernization projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate proposals and ensure seamless...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive local industrial and commercial control solutions by providing field engineering support, project management, and system upgrades, ensuring safety and excellent customer relationships while effe...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $175K *

Lead the charge in advancing electrical test processes, establishing best practices, and mentoring a team of Test Specialists. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust testing and qual...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.