Automation Jobs in Colorado
Automation jobs in Colorado are concentrated in aerospace and defense manufacturing, semiconductor and electronics production, and the state's growing advanced manufacturing corridor stretching from Denver through the Front Range to Colorado Springs and Pueblo. Hiring is active at all experience levels, from entry-level controls technicians to senior systems integration engineers, with established employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and Ball Aerospace maintaining large Colorado facilities that regularly bring on automation professionals. The most in-demand specialties include PLC programming, robotics integration, and industrial controls engineering. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Summary
Professional Security Alliance, Inc. dba PSA, The PSA Network, and Edge, located in Westminster, Colorado, is the world’s largest systems integrator consortium. We are seeking a Director of Technology & Automation to lead and execute technology initiatives that directly improve operational efficiency, enhance member value, and support business growth. This role focuses on the practical application of technology to drive measurable business outcomes through system optimization, workflow automation, process improvement, and scalable technology solutions.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can both establish direction and deliver results, while also leading and developing the IT team. This position combines strategic prioritization with operational execution, ensuring technology investments are cost-effective, scalable, and aligned with organizational objectives. Working across departments, the Director of Technology & Automation will identify opportunities to improve technology processes, integrate systems, leverage data more effectively, and implement automation that increases efficiency for both PSA employees and members.
Salary Range: $155,000 to $175,000 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Technology Planning & Execution
- Develop and maintain a practical technology roadmap aligned to business priorities
- Partner with executive leadership to recommend technology solutions that improve efficiency and member experience
- Evaluate build vs. buy decisions with a strong focus on ROI and speed to value
- Own and optimize all core business systems (ERP, CRM, webstore)
- Improve system integration and eliminate manual processes
- Ensure systems are scalable and reliable for continued company growth
- Improve reporting capabilities across sales, operations, and leadership
- Support development of pricing and vendor data insights
- Promote data-driven decision making across departments
- Identify and implement automation across key workflows (quoting, order processing, communication)
- Leverage AI and emerging tools to reduce manual work and improve speed/accuracy
- Continuously evaluate opportunities to streamline operations
- Enhance digital tools and platforms used by PSA members
- Improve usability, adoption, and overall member experience
- Support new technology-driven services aligned with member needs
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to evaluate technology partners
- Ensure PSA leverages best-fit vendor solutions without unnecessary complexity
- Maintain strong, value-oriented vendor relationships
- Lead and develop a small, high-performing technology team (internal and external resources)
- Prioritize work based on business impact
- Ensure accountability and execution across all initiatives
- Oversee cybersecurity measures appropriate for company size and risk profile
- Ensure systems and data protection without overengineering
- Maintain compliance with standard industry practices
- Reduction in manual processes
- Improved operational efficiency
- Increased system adoption and satisfaction
- Faster quote-to-order cycle times
- Measurable ROI on technology investments
- Successful implementation of automation initiatives
Required
- 7–12 years of progressive IT or technology leadership experience
- Strong experience with ERP/CRM systems and business operations
- Demonstrated ability to improve processes through technology
- Experience implementing automation or workflow improvements
- Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on
- Experience in distribution, buying groups, or cooperative models
- Exposure to pricing or multi-vendor environments
- Experience in small-to-mid-sized organizations
- Pragmatic and execution-focused
- Strong business acumen (understands revenue/margin impact)
- Resourceful and efficient
- Clear communicator between technical and business teams
- Hands-on and accountable
Competitive compensation including base salary, performance bonus, and full benefits package.
Position Type / Expected Hours of Work
Some flexibility is allowed, but employees must generally be available during core business of 8-5PM MT.Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Additional Information
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this job description.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship.
About PSA Security
PSA is the world’s largest systems integrator consortium made up of the most progressive security and audio-visual systems integrators in North America. Combined, PSA members boasts over 500 branch locations, employ over 13,500 industry professionals and are responsible for over $4.5 billion annually in security, fire, life safety and pro audio-visual installations.
PSA’s mission is to elevate the industries we serve by providing owners and members exceptional education, networking, services and connections with technology partners. PSA brings this mission to life by partnering with industry-leading product and solution providers, delivering unparalleled education and training programs and by offering a variety of distinctive services that can enhance any company’s operations.
The PSA Network elevates the industries we serve by providing members exceptional education, networking, services, and connections with technology partners. Be the rising tide!Curious to learn more? Our recruiting team is happy to help at careers@psasecurity.com. Formal applications must be submitted through this posting for consideration.
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Top Industries Hiring
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- Accounting & Auditing
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation jobs across Colorado.
- Experience programming PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Mitsubishi in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with HMI development, SCADA systems, and industrial networking protocols like Ethernet/IP
- Associate or bachelor's degree in electrical engineering technology, mechatronics, or a related field
- Hands-on experience with robotics platforms including FANUC, ABB, or Yaskawa industrial robots
- Familiarity with motion control, servo systems, and variable frequency drives
- Knowledge of electrical schematics, control panel wiring, and NEC code compliance
Automation Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a automation in Colorado?
Most automation roles in Colorado require at minimum an associate degree in electrical engineering technology, mechatronics, or industrial automation from an accredited Colorado community college or university. Employers increasingly expect hands-on PLC and controls experience, which programs at institutions like Front Range Community College and Red Rocks Community College provide. Earning a Certified Automation Professional credential through the International Society of Automation strengthens a candidate's profile and is recognized by Colorado's aerospace and defense manufacturers.
Which companies hire automations in Colorado?
Colorado automation roles are posted by Siemens, ProAutomated, and Swisslog Healthcare AG Branche NL and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace, defense, and semiconductor manufacturers means many openings come from large established facilities with ongoing automation and controls needs.
Which Colorado cities have the most automation jobs?
Denver, Colorado Springs, and Englewood have the most automation openings in Colorado. Denver anchors the market through its dense industrial and technology base, Colorado Springs draws consistent demand from aerospace and defense contractors clustered around the military installations there, and Pueblo and Loveland contribute through manufacturing and clean energy projects that rely heavily on controls and automation engineers.
Are there remote automation jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Automation work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring physical access to equipment, production floors, and control panels, so most Colorado roles are on-site. About 55% of automation openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in project management, controls design, or technical sales rather than direct implementation or commissioning work.
How can I get hired as a automation in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an associate degree or certificate in industrial automation, mechatronics, or electrical technology at a Colorado community college and targeting technician or controls apprentice roles at manufacturers in the Front Range corridor. Large Colorado employers in aerospace and advanced manufacturing often hire recent graduates into structured technician pipelines. Lateral moves from maintenance electrician, electronics technician, or machine operator roles are common, and building a portfolio of PLC lab projects or earning a foundational Certified Automation Professional associate credential gives candidates a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to automation jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to automation jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across the state's aerospace, defense, and manufacturing sectors. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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