Senior Level Automation Engineer Jobs

Senior level automation engineer jobs put experienced engineers in charge of architecture decisions, system reliability, and the cross-functional teams that bring complex automation programs to life. Roles are concentrated across Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, with a mix of on-site, hybrid, and remote positions available, and employers like Siemens, Apple, and Thermo Fisher Scientific hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles520+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerSiemens
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type73% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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AbbVie
Project Engineering Manager- Automation
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Project Engineering Manager- Automation
AbbVie
North Chicago, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
$125k - $237k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Novo Nordisk, Inc.
Senior Manager, Automation Engineering
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Novo Nordisk, Inc.
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Senior Manager, Automation Engineering
Novo Nordisk, Inc.
Clayton, North Carolina
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Truist
Senior Security Engineer - Certificate Automation Engineer
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Senior Security Engineer - Certificate Automation Engineer
Truist
Greensboro, North Carolina
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$120k - $160k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Corpay
VP, Global Engineering and Automation Enablement
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Corpay
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VP, Global Engineering and Automation Enablement
Corpay
Peachtree Corners, Georgia
Creative & Design
Creative Direction
Marketing
Product Management
10,000+

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AbbVie
Senior Scientist, siRNA Screening Automation and Molecular Analytics
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Senior Scientist, siRNA Screening Automation and Molecular Analytics
AbbVie
Worcester, Massachusetts
Biotech & Life Sciences
Environmental & Physical Sciences
Laboratory Research
$110k - $209k/yr
Master's degree in molecular biology
10,000+

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Senior Level Automation Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Siemens
    Siemens28
  • Apple
    Apple18
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific
    Thermo Fisher Scientific17
  • Jabil
    Jabil11
  • Humana
    Humana10

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services99
  • Technology & Software93
  • Electronics & Hardware51
  • Distribution & Wholesale33
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals29

Senior Level Automation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a senior level automation engineer job?

Employers at this level look for engineers who have owned full automation lifecycles, not just contributed to them. Highlight systems you have designed from the ground up, cross-functional projects you led, and measurable outcomes you drove. Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers and communicate technical decisions to non-technical stakeholders consistently sets senior candidates apart from strong mid-level applicants.

Which companies hire senior level automation engineers?

Companies hiring senior level automation engineers right now include Siemens, Apple, and Thermo Fisher Scientific, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of large manufacturers, technology companies, and specialized engineering firms that need engineers who can own automation strategy rather than just execute individual tasks.

Are there remote senior level automation engineer jobs?

Yes, though availability varies by industry and role type. About 27% of senior level automation engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with fully on-site positions more common in manufacturing and industrial settings where physical system access is required. Software-focused automation roles in test engineering and DevOps tend to offer the most remote flexibility at the senior level.

What makes an automation engineer role senior level?

Senior level automation engineer roles are defined by scope of ownership and technical accountability. Engineers at this stage are expected to lead system architecture decisions, define automation standards across teams or product lines, and resolve complex problems that require deep domain expertise. Mentoring junior and mid-level engineers and partnering with product, operations, or quality leadership are routine expectations, not occasional responsibilities.

Which industries hire the most senior level automation engineers?

Senior level automation engineer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Technology & Software, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive the strongest demand because they rely on large-scale, mission-critical automation systems where experienced engineers who can lead technical decisions and ensure reliability are essential to operations.