Entry Level Automation Engineer Jobs

New grad automation engineer jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Amazon, CBRE, and Jobot hiring at this level now.

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Open roles102+
Top stateTexas
Top employerAmazon
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type76% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Colgate-Palmolive
Automation Engineer (176342)
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Automation Engineer (176342)
Colgate-Palmolive
Poland, Maine
Factory & Production Work
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
10,000+

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Asbury Automotive Group
IT Enterprise Workflow Automation Engineer
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IT Enterprise Workflow Automation Engineer
Asbury Automotive Group
Sandy Springs, Georgia
Business Operations
Project & Program Management
Compliance & Legal
Business Analysis
Project Management
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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MKS
Automation Engineer
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Automation Engineer
MKS
Methuen, Massachusetts
Specialized Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Manufacturing Operations
Engineering (Non-Software)
Automation QA
$75k - $110k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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ElevateBio
Engineer I, Automation
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Engineer I, Automation
ElevateBio
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Data Engineering
Data Science
Data Science & Analytics
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Application Engineer - Automation
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Application Engineer - Automation
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
Pullman, Washington
Engineering (Non-Software)
Industrial Engineering
Product Management
$95k - $120k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Entry Level Automation Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Amazon
Amazon9 open roles
CBRE
CBRE5 open roles
Jobot
Jobot3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software21
  • Manufacturing14
  • Consulting & Professional Services13
  • Construction & Real Estate7
  • Electronics & Hardware6

Entry Level Automation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an entry level automation engineer job?

Entry level automation engineer roles reward candidates who can show hands-on work, even if that work came from a class project, internship, or personal build. Employers at this stage look for familiarity with scripting languages like Python, exposure to test frameworks or industrial control systems depending on the sector, and the ability to document and communicate your process. A focused portfolio that demonstrates one completed automation project gives you a concrete edge over applicants who rely on coursework alone.

Which companies hire entry level automation engineers?

Companies hiring entry level automation engineers right now include Amazon, CBRE, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of employers, including manufacturers scaling their production lines, software and tech firms building test infrastructure, and logistics companies investing in warehouse automation.

Are there remote entry level automation engineer jobs?

Yes, though most entry level roles lean on-site due to hands-on equipment and lab requirements. About 24% of entry level automation engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to sit in software test automation rather than industrial or hardware-focused roles. If remote flexibility matters to you, filtering by software or QA automation job titles is the most effective approach.

Are these new grad automation engineer jobs?

Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior automation engineer roles alongside other entry level postings. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-ops in place of full-time history, and treats a relevant portfolio or capstone project as qualifying experience. If a posting lists a degree requirement but no minimum years, that is a strong signal it is open to new grad applicants.

Which industries hire the most entry level automation engineers?

Entry level automation engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Manufacturing, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive junior hiring because they are actively expanding automated systems and need engineers who can support, test, and iterate on those builds without requiring years of specialized experience first.