Senior Level Automation Jobs
Senior level automation jobs put experienced professionals in charge of architecture decisions, system-wide outcomes, and the engineers or analysts who execute them. Roles are split across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, with Capgemini, System One, and Vantage Data Centers hiring at this level now.
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Building Automation and Controls Manager
Corporate Headquarters
12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Put your automation expertise to work in facilities that set the bar. Uline is hiring a Building Automation and Controls Manager to lead BAS strategy, system optimization and engineering talent across our portfolio of 55+ first-class facilities.
Careers Packed with Potential. Backed by 45+ years of success, Uline offers opportunities to grow your career with stability you can count on.
Position Responsibilities
- Lead the design and direct optimization of HVAC controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS) for our growing portfolio of 55+ buildings.
- Develop a team of Building System Engineers to ensure efficient operations and performance standards are met.
- Maintain and support system upgrades, cybersecurity policies and standard processes throughout the organization.
- Partner with the Operations and Construction teams to identify improvements for building controls.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
- 7+ years of Building Automation Systems experience including BAS programming.
- Strong understanding of HVAC systems.
- Available for travel to Uline’s North American locations.
Benefits
- Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!
- Multiple bonus programs.
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
- Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.
Employee Perks
- On-site café and first-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
- Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.
About Uline
Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 10,000 employees across 15 locations.
Uline is a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening. All positions are on-site.
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Our employees make the difference and we are committed to offering exceptional benefits and perks! Explore Uline.jobs to learn more!
Building Automation and Controls Manager
Corporate Headquarters
12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Put your automation expertise to work in facilities that set the bar. Uline is hiring a Building Automation and Controls Manager to lead BAS strategy, system optimization and engineering talent across our portfolio of 55+ first-class facilities.
Careers Packed with Potential. Backed by 45+ years of success, Uline offers opportunities to grow your career with stability you can count on.
Position Responsibilities
- Lead the design and direct optimization of HVAC controls and Building Automation Systems (BAS) for our growing portfolio of 55+ buildings.
- Develop a team of Building System Engineers to ensure efficient operations and performance standards are met.
- Maintain and support system upgrades, cybersecurity policies and standard processes throughout the organization.
- Partner with the Operations and Construction teams to identify improvements for building controls.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
- 7+ years of Building Automation Systems experience including BAS programming.
- Strong understanding of HVAC systems.
- Available for travel to Uline’s North American locations.
Benefits
- Complete health insurance coverage and 401(k) with 6% employer match that starts day one!
- Multiple bonus programs.
- Paid holidays and generous paid time off.
- Tuition Assistance Program that covers professional continuing education.
Employee Perks
- On-site café and first-class fitness center with complimentary personal trainers.
- Over four miles of beautifully maintained walking trails.
About Uline
Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 10,000 employees across 15 locations.
Uline is a drug-free workplace. All new hires must complete a pre-employment hair follicle drug screening. All positions are on-site.
EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled
LI-JD1
CORP
(#IN-PPFACL2)
ZR-HQFAC
Our employees make the difference and we are committed to offering exceptional benefits and perks! Explore Uline.jobs to learn more!
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Senior Level Automation Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level automation job?
Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who have owned automation programs end-to-end, not just contributed to them. Demonstrating that you have set the technical direction for a team, chosen tooling at scale, and delivered measurable improvements to reliability or throughput gives you a clear edge. Strong candidates also show they have mentored others and influenced how automation is adopted across an organization.
Which companies hire senior level automations?
Companies hiring senior level automations right now include Capgemini, System One, and Vantage Data Centers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring tends to concentrate at organizations with mature engineering functions, large-scale operations, or active digital transformation programs that require experienced leadership to drive automation strategy forward.
Are there remote senior level automation jobs?
Yes, and a meaningful share of openings at this level offer location flexibility. About 35% of senior level automation openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting demand from employers who prioritize expertise over geography. Hybrid arrangements are common in roles that involve hands-on system oversight or cross-functional team coordination on-site.
What makes an automation role senior level?
A senior level automation role is defined by ownership and scope. You are responsible for designing and governing automation frameworks, not just building within them. Expectations include setting standards that other engineers follow, evaluating and selecting tooling, resolving complex architectural problems, and mentoring mid-level or junior contributors. The work shapes how an entire organization approaches automation, rather than delivering a single component of it.
Which industries hire the most senior level automations?
Senior level automation roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate complex, high-volume systems where automation failures carry significant business risk and experienced leadership is needed to build, scale, and continuously improve those systems.