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 *

Transform data acquisition solutions by designing, developing, and implementing NI technologies. Collaborate with clients to enhance product development and testing processes while driving business gr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Optimize system performance by leading configuration management and technical oversight. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance operability and maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety standard...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $91K *

Advance your career by managing preventative maintenance and optimizing welding processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance production efficiency and ensure the safe operation of robotic and welding...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $125K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on electrical design and project execution across various sectors. Collaborate with clients, mentor junior engineers, and enhance your skills in a su...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by leading mechanical design for hydro generator projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize designs, ensuring quality and efficiency throughout the project lifec...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $198K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing advanced cybersecurity automation solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures and mentor junior engineers while drivi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $198K *

Develop and implement innovative cybersecurity automation solutions, mentoring team members while ensuring compliance and security across cloud environments. Collaborate with engineers to enhance secu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Develop and enhance embedded avionics software systems using ADA. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with aerospace standards while supporting the full software lifecycle from design to cer...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate deployment processes by coordinating software releases, collaborating with teams, and automating tasks. Ensure seamless integration of cutting-edge technology in mission-critical environments...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $101K *

Drive reliability improvements in a manufacturing setting by leading preventive and predictive maintenance programs, resolving technical issues, and optimizing maintenance strategies to maximize equip...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Champion customer success by leveraging technical expertise in industrial automation. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring customer confidence through...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the development and maintenance of robust on-prem infrastructure to support autonomous vehicle operations. Ensure reliable performance through hands-on management of servers, networking, and h...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career as a Quality Automation Engineer, driving innovation in emergency response software. Collaborate on web-based applications, enhance testing frameworks, and lead projects to ensure...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$60K - $111K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing project automation technology. Support configuration and modifications for MasterPlant™, collaborating with senior specialists to ensure effective implementat...

Today

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

$105K - $125K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced test solutions for cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and validation of systems, driving efficienc...

Aurora, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $125K *

Drive innovation as you develop advanced test solutions for cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deliver high-reliability solutions in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading quality initiatives across multiple value streams. Drive process improvements, manage complex quality issues, and engage with suppliers and customers to enhance quality sys...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer quality excellence by leading complex quality initiatives across multiple value streams. Drive process improvements, engage with suppliers and customers, and ensure compliance with industry st...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform embedded control systems by developing algorithms and software for automotive applications. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration and validation of control solutions, enhan...

Laval, QCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $232K *

Drive technical partnership with AI labs, converting needs into solutions. Lead the architectural design, prototype demos, and manage pilots for revenue growth. Collaborate with R&D; build a scalable...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $232K *

Unlock your potential by leading technical discovery for cutting-edge AI labs. Partner with researchers to translate requirements into tailored solutions while building foundational processes that dri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $232K *

Champion the technical pre-sales journey by driving AI dataset solutions for top labs. Build demo libraries, establish standards, and convert opportunities into revenue while collaborating with R&D an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Transform production processes by leading engineering change implementations, ensuring seamless transitions from design to manufacturing. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency and quality in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Transform the TestRail experience by enhancing deployment practices, improving system performance, and driving customer success through hands-on development and collaboration with engineering teams...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of building automation systems. Leverage your expertise in HVAC and electrical automation to drive project success from design to commissioning in a fully remote...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.