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.
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.
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 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.
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.
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to enhance system reliability and performance through automation, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal user experience while driving continuous improvements in a cutting-edge tech...
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Quality Engineer (Heads Up Technologies)
$80K - $95K *
Manage quality assurance processes to ensure product integrity and compliance. Lead audits, support the Quality Management System, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with...
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Production Engineer, HPC Reliability & Automation L1
$100K - $200K *
Transform complex HPC environments by troubleshooting and automating solutions for multi-cloud AI infrastructures. Leverage your expertise in reliability engineering to enhance performance and observa...
5 days ago
Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer
$86K - $126K *
Drive plant-wide continuous improvement initiatives through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, ensuring sustainability and accountability in CI practices. Lead strategy deployment and advance problem-s...
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Regional Training Manager - Manufacturing
$102K - $175K *
Transform workforce capabilities by leading training initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites. Collaborate with site leaders to enhance employee development, ensure compliance, and drive operat...
3 weeks ago
Quality Automation Engineer II - Data Engineering
$88K - $105K *
Innovate and enhance quality assurance processes by designing and implementing test automation solutions for data engineering applications, ensuring optimal performance and stability while collaborati...
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Quality Automation Engineer II - Data Engineering
$95K - $115K *
Contribute to quality assurance by designing and deploying automation solutions, ensuring stable applications through testing and collaboration. Leverage problem-solving skills to enhance data enginee...
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Quality Automation Engineer II - Data Engineering
$88K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team as you ensure the quality and stability of applications. Leverage your problem-solving skills in Data Engineering while designing and deploying automated testing solutions that con...
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Quality Automation Engineer II - Data Engineering
$88K - $105K *
Take ownership of quality standards by designing and implementing robust test automation solutions for data engineering systems, ensuring performance and integrity across applications and interfaces t...
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Business Analyst - AI & Automation
$95K - $115K *
Transform business processes through automation and AI. Collaborate with teams to analyze, design, and implement solutions that enhance efficiency and drive value across complex operational environmen...
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Staff Systems Integration Engineer, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)
$195K - $242K *
Elevate your career by developing cutting-edge hardware-in-the-loop test benches. This hands-on role involves designing, building, and automating systems to validate autonomy technology, ensuring seam...
3 days ago
Senior Engineer I, Software Engineering- "Factory Automation"
$110K - $130K *
Develop advanced control software that powers semiconductor manufacturing equipment, ensuring robotics and systems integration for optimal chip production. Collaborate globally while maintaining and e...
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Software Engineering Team Lead - Industrial Automation & Robotics Platform
$120K - $150K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic software engineering team focused on developing and enhancing an industrial automation platform. Drive innovation through technical leadership, hands-on coding...
2 weeks ago
Software Developer - Internal Automation
$80K - $90K *
Champion the development of internal automation tools and systems, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and maintain solutions that streamli...
2 weeks ago
Software Developer - Internal Automation
$80K - $90K *
Unlock potential by designing and developing automation tools that enhance internal systems and infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to improve operational efficiency and streamline processes in a...
2 weeks ago
Tech Lead Software Engineer, Internal Apps
$135K - $170K *
Join a team that's dedicated to automating internal platforms, where you'll take ownership of systems that enhance workflows across engineering and the business. Write code, design schemas, and lead t...
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Software Engineer - Level 3 - Operational Technology
$95K - $115K *
Lead complex software engineering projects, collaborating with analysts to design and implement technical solutions that align with business strategies while ensuring quality and compliance with archi...
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$108K - $130K *
Optimize quality assurance processes by leading assessments across hardware development, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement in collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance...
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Senior Quality Engineer (Electrical)
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring quality in a cutting-edge power generation project. As a Senior Quality Engineer, you'll oversee electrical and instrumentation quality assurance, driving exce...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Test & Validation Integration Engineer - Federal Customer
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in ensuring seamless deployment of enterprise-grade infrastructure by integrating, testing, and validating complex systems in a controlled lab environment, enabling rapid field activat...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $140K *
Join our team to ensure seamless production operations by monitoring, troubleshooting, and coordinating recovery activities across diverse teams. Your expertise will enhance reliability and efficiency...
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$120K - $140K *
Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring seamless production operations. You'll monitor, troubleshoot, and enhance critical processes while collaborating across teams to maintain high availability and...
1 week ago
Configuration Management Engineer
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of space-based connectivity by ensuring robust configuration control across engineering and production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain product integrity and drive...
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$80K - $95K *
Advance automotive quality standards by leading cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvement, and resolving complex quality issues to enhance customer satisfaction and product excellence in...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Deliver mechanical engineering expertise for rotating equipment in pipeline and clean energy projects. Lead design, implementation, and support efforts, ensuring quality and safety standards while man...
3 days ago
What does an Automation Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Automation Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting’s compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities to identify roles aligned with your experience.