Automation Jobs in Richmond, VA

Automation jobs in Richmond, Virginia concentrate in the Scott's Addition innovation corridor, the Southside industrial belt, and the Innsbrook office park, across advanced manufacturing, healthcare systems, and logistics. Employers hiring right now include Siemens, ICF, and Wesco. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles139+
Top employerSiemens
Work type43% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree in electrical engineering
Companies hiring19

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Siemens
Senior Project Manager – Building Automation
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Senior Project Manager – Building Automation
Siemens
Richmond, Virginia
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Office Management
$84k - $144k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Siemens
Building Automation Systems Specialist
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Building Automation Systems Specialist
Siemens
Richmond, Virginia
Data Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
$49k - $84k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
10,000+

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Account Executive, Building Automation
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Account Executive, Building Automation
SBF Search, LLC
Richmond, Virginia
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
Bachelor of Science

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Corpay
Senior Manager, Open Card Operations & Automation
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Senior Manager, Open Card Operations & Automation
Corpay
Richmond, Virginia
Creative & Design
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$105k - $120k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Site Automation & OT Cybersecurity Cluster Lead
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Site Automation & OT Cybersecurity Cluster Lead
Kaptius
Richmond, Virginia
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project Management
$101k.87 - $160k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

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Automation Job Market in Richmond

Who's Hiring

  • Siemens
    Siemens14
  • ICF
    ICF7
  • Wesco
    Wesco7
  • Corpay
    Corpay7
  • Jacobs
    Jacobs7

Automation Jobs in Richmond: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a automation job in Richmond?

Target Richmond's strongest hiring sectors: advanced manufacturing along the Southside industrial corridor, healthcare IT at the major health systems anchored near VCU Health, and logistics operations tied to the Port of Richmond supply chain. Candidates with hands-on PLC programming, robotic cell integration, or SCADA experience stand out in this market. Networking through the Richmond Technology Council also opens doors that cold applications rarely do.

Which companies hire automations in Richmond?

Richmond automation roles are posted by Siemens, ICF, and Wesco and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. The local mix leans toward manufacturers, utilities, and large health systems, alongside a growing cluster of technology and defense contractors operating out of the Innsbrook and West Creek campuses.

Are there remote automation jobs in Richmond?

Yes, though it depends heavily on the role: hands-on positions involving physical equipment, robotics, or on-site commissioning are almost always on-site, while automation engineering roles focused on software design, programming, or system monitoring can often be done remotely. About 71% of automation openings tied to Richmond are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. The most remote-friendly work in Richmond tends to be in controls software development and systems integration consulting.

How can I get a automation job in Richmond with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path in Richmond is through a technician or associate engineer role at one of the Southside manufacturing plants or a facilities automation team at a large employer like a hospital or utility. Reynolds Community College and John Tyler Community College both offer industrial automation and mechatronics programs that local employers recognize. Starting in a maintenance technician or controls technician role, then moving toward programming responsibilities, is the most common ladder in this market.

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