Automation Lead Jobs
Automation Lead jobs are open across manufacturing, logistics, pharmaceuticals, automotive, and utilities, at every level from mid-career engineer to principal and director, with specializations in robotic process automation, industrial controls, and test automation. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The Building Automation Lead Field Technician leads our BAS field teams and activities for building automation system projects including technical support, leadership to plan, schedule and execute installation, startup and testing, commissioning and closeout in mission critical / data center verticals.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING)
- Knowledge of HVAC, mechanical and electrical systems, and materials
- Knowledge of BAS platforms Distech Controls and Tridium Niagara
- Knowledge of controls wiring, relay logic, and associated materials
- Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
- Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
- Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
- Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
- Ability to interpret AE construction drawings, BAS shop drawings, manufacturers wiring diagrams, standards documentation, submittals and product data sheets
- Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
- Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
The Building Automation Lead Field Technician leads our BAS field teams and activities for building automation system projects including technical support, leadership to plan, schedule and execute installation, startup and testing, commissioning and closeout in mission critical / data center verticals.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS (ADVANCED LEVEL FOR ALL THE FOLLOWING)
- Knowledge of HVAC, mechanical and electrical systems, and materials
- Knowledge of BAS platforms Distech Controls and Tridium Niagara
- Knowledge of controls wiring, relay logic, and associated materials
- Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
- Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
- Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
- Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
- Ability to interpret AE construction drawings, BAS shop drawings, manufacturers wiring diagrams, standards documentation, submittals and product data sheets
- Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
- Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
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Who's Hiring
- Sargent & Lundy28
- HCLTech6
- Graymatter6
- HTS Engineering - Heat Transfer Solutions6
- Siemens5
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software11
- Electronics & Hardware3
- Manufacturing2
- Staffing & Recruiting2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in automation lead jobs.
- 3 to 7 years of hands-on experience designing and deploying automation solutions
- Proficiency with at least one RPA or industrial automation platform such as UiPath, Blue Prism, or Siemens TIA Portal
- Experience leading or mentoring a team of automation engineers or developers
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, version control systems, and agile delivery methods
- Certifications in a relevant automation platform or framework are preferred but not always required
Tips for Your Automation Lead Job Search
Tailor your resume to each stack
Automation leads are hired for specific tool ecosystems, so a resume listing PLC programming means little if the role runs on UiPath or Selenium. Swap in the exact platforms from each job description before you apply.
Quantify throughput and downtime improvements
Hiring managers for automation leads want to see what your systems actually changed. Replace vague claims with concrete outcomes: cycle time reduced, error rate cut, manual hours eliminated per week. Numbers carry far more weight than responsibility statements.
Highlight cross-functional leadership explicitly
Automation lead roles sit at the intersection of engineering, operations, and IT. If your resume reads like a pure technical CV, add a bullet showing you translated requirements across those teams or drove adoption with non-technical stakeholders.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists automation lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by industry to match your domain knowledge
An automation lead in semiconductor fabs and one in insurance back-office operations do very different work. Focusing your search on industries where you already know the process constraints makes your application far more credible and competitive.
Prepare a system design walkthrough for interviews
Most automation lead interviews include a whiteboard or verbal exercise where you design a workflow, error-handling path, or integration architecture. Practice narrating your decisions out loud, not just arriving at the right answer, since interviewers evaluate how you think through tradeoffs.
Automation Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most automation leads?
Sargent & Lundy, HCLTech, and Graymatter are hiring the most automation leads right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, California, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially active in manufacturing, logistics, and enterprise IT operations.
How many automation lead jobs are remote?
About 72% of automation lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by specialization. Software and RPA-focused automation leads see the highest remote availability, while roles tied to physical production lines, lab environments, or industrial equipment almost always require on-site presence.
How do you become an automation lead?
Start by building hands-on experience as an automation engineer or developer, gaining depth in at least one platform whether that is robotic process automation, industrial controls, or test frameworks. From there, take ownership of a full project end-to-end, document the results, and actively seek opportunities to mentor junior engineers or coordinate across teams. Platform certifications help signal credibility, and moving into a lead role typically requires demonstrating both technical authority and the ability to align automation work with broader business goals.
Can you get hired as an automation lead with little experience?
Moving directly into an automation lead role with little experience is difficult because the title implies ownership of architecture decisions and team coordination. The most realistic path is to build a portfolio of completed automation projects, contribute to open-source automation tools, or take a senior individual-contributor role first. Some smaller companies or startups title early-career hires as leads when the team is small, so targeting those environments can help you gain the title and responsibilities together.
What does the automation lead interview process look like?
Most automation lead interviews run in several stages: an initial screening call focused on background and tool experience, a technical round where you walk through past projects or solve a design problem, and a final round with engineering managers or cross-functional stakeholders. Some companies add a practical exercise where you outline or build a sample workflow. Expect questions about how you handle failures in production automation, how you prioritize a backlog of automation opportunities, and how you bring non-technical teams along on a project.
Where can I find and apply to automation lead jobs?
You can find and apply to automation lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from companies across the United States. Search the roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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