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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$90K - $130K *

Develop automated testing solutions to enhance efficiency and quality assurance. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage test data, and streamline processes while ensuring security and continuous improv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive automation and testing excellence by implementing efficient QA processes, collaborating with stakeholders, and enhancing DevSecOps practices to ensure mission-critical systems are secure and rel...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading automation projects that enhance manufacturing efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions while ensuring safety and complian...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by architecting and deploying high-performance cloud-native applications while mentoring engineers and championing best DevOps practices across the organization...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $186K *

Join a team that's transforming automation systems by leading design and integration efforts across multiple engineering disciplines, ensuring seamless transitions from manual to fully automated produ...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and advancement of automation systems, translating program requirements into integrated solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale processes from manual to fully autom...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $110K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing automation solutions for manufacturing processes, enhancing product efficiency and quality while collaborating across teams and leveraging cutting-edge te...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading automation projects across diverse industries, driving system design, development, and commissioning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and opera...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $118K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance in automation projects within regulated life sciences. Collaborate across functions to document, test, and execute system changes while maintaining...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $112K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to design and optimize instrumentation and control systems for diverse projects, enhancing efficiency and innovation in engineering solutions...

Yesterday

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

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to lead automation projects from concept to commissioning, delivering innovative solutions that enhance safety, reliability, and performance in our manufacturing processes while ensuri...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance industrial automation projects, collaborating with a diverse team to improve efficiency and quality through PLC and HMI systems, while gaining valuable experience in IT/OT n...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $144K *

Transform internal logistics through innovative automation strategies. Lead a team to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness by integrating cutting-edge technologies and overseeing projec...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$268K - $321K *

Unlock innovative testing solutions by designing and building hardware-in-the-loop systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust integration and validation of cutting-edge automati...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock innovation as you design and implement control systems, collaborating with teams to enhance functionality and efficiency. Lead projects, develop PLC programs, and train personnel to ensure seam...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by designing and implementing advanced control systems. Collaborate with teams to develop PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and training materials while ensuring system functionality...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$114K - $148K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance equipment reliability and optimize automation systems. Leverage your expertise in troubleshooting and performance analysis to drive continuous improv...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving automation solutions as a Robotics Engineer, collaborating with diverse teams on impactful projects across North America while ensuring safety and optimizing robotic system...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Help us enhance cybersecurity for marine vessel automation systems by assessing vulnerabilities, defining hardening measures, and collaborating with teams to implement effective solutions that ensure...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading automation projects, optimizing robotic systems, and enhancing production efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions and drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Champion the development of a customer-first portal, enhancing transparency and collaboration between engineering and stakeholders while driving innovation in the built world...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement automated testing solutions, ensuring quality across integrated hardware and software systems. Collaborate in an Agile environment, enhancing CI/CD processe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by designing and maintaining automated tests for integrated hardware and software systems. Collaborate in an Agile environment to enhance CI/CD processes and ensure quality acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive technical leadership in designing and optimizing networked systems, ensuring reliable performance across hybrid environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain system integrity and compl...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$93K - $120K *

Transform GMP manufacturing support by leveraging Syncade expertise, driving system reliability and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance within a dynamic automation engineering...

Reposted 2 days 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.