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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$110K - $130K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure by designing, building, and maintaining secure, scalable solutions in Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment processes and ensure...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical engineering efforts for facility construction, installation, and commissioning. Drive compliance, oversee power distribution, and ensure safe operations while co...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive electrical engineering excellence by leading facility construction, installation, and commissioning efforts. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance, troubleshoot issues, and establish robus...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing vehicle body structure engineering. Leverage your expertise in Body-in-White (BIW) to ensure quality and feasibility in manufacturing processes while collabor...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Take ownership of deploying and optimizing production systems across multiple environments. Leverage your full-stack engineering skills to enhance containerized applications and ensure system reliabil...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion enterprise integration excellence by directing complex cloud capabilities and vendor collaborations. Guide synchronization across multi-classification networks while ensuring platform complia...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex test engineering solutions by designing and developing advanced test consoles for aerospace applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $194K *

Join a team that's building critical software for provisioning and managing AI systems. You'll own services from design to production, ensuring reliability and performance in a fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$143K - $273K *

Empower infrastructure readiness by validating performance, managing defects, and ensuring acceptance for production. Collaborate on automation and testing to support customer sign-off and optimize op...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $273K *

Oversee the validation and performance of infrastructure readiness for production. Ensure acceptance evidence supports customer sign-off through rigorous testing, automation, and defect management, dr...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading process development and optimization initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient production and quality standards while drivin...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing high-performance engine testing. Leverage your technical expertise and collaborate with engineers to ensure optimal performance and reliability in a dynamic d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by shaping Trusted Content standards and applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that enhance automation practices and drive operation...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of Trusted Content by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and standardize automation solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation across div...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of Trusted Content by collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and scale innovative standards and applications that enhance autonomous operations across various workfl...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $105K *

Empower operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives, implementing Lean Manufacturing principles, and driving cost reduction projects across the organization to enhance product...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize automation solutions for large-scale health systems, ensuring quality and timely delivery. Collaborate with engineers to build and support complex workflows, while managing multiple projects...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading complex material-handling projects, ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfaction while managing budgets and schedules effectively. Collaborate with teams to deli...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Grow relationships with clients by delivering tailored automation solutions. Leverage cutting-edge technologies in material handling to meet diverse customer needs while collaborating with internal te...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Champion quality assurance by ensuring compliance with project specs, conducting inspections, and developing quality documentation. Collaborate with clients and teams to uphold the highest standards t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of production by resolving technical challenges to meet quality and productivity targets in a dynamic automotive manufacturing environment, while collaborating with engineers and lead...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and execution of I&C engineering deliverables, providing technical guidance and support across various industrial sectors. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality assurance by designing and implementing automated tests, ensuring performance and reliability in a fast-growing tech environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold hig...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining quality assurance in a high-growth tech environment. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to build robust automated testing frameworks, ensuring performance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by joining a dynamic team as a QA Engineer, where you'll enhance platform quality through automation, collaboration, and performance testing, ensuring reliability and trust for our...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.