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Remote Automation Technician jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed manufacturing, industrial software, and process engineering teams hiring for roles that can be performed from anywhere. Employers hiring remotely right now include IT Labs, PerkinElmer, and Humana. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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INTRODUCTION
You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
You were made to create Better Care for a Better World: as preventing and fixing problems on technologically advanced, high-speed machines that produce top-notch products for ¼ of the world’s population is no easy feat, but it’s worth it when you’re recognized often by your manager, supported by your team, and see the products you produce being used by your own family at the end of the day.
This position provides executional leadership for automation projects which will impact various locations in the North America Supply Chain. You will partner with the other team members within automation, staff and the mills, along with working closely with our vendors and suppliers. This role will own execution of engineering, layout and execution of material movement automation strategy and lead the implementation of Automation solutions for our key supply chain opportunity areas in distribution and manufacturing.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will:
- Drive the development and execution of North America Automation capital projects as projects are assigned. Focus for this role will be to lead and leverage TSP teams in developing and executing tasks related to layout, installment, capacity and delivery on K-C project objectives.
- Drive overall TSP engagement as part of the Automation Project Portfolio. This includes high level of collaboration with procurement and management to drive strategic project metrics through our TSPs.
- Coach, mentor and manage TSPs and Project team members to increase technical understanding and ability to execute programs to improve North America’s business results.
- Ensure value engineering/cost savings activities are prioritized and executed.
- Ensure all work complies with Corporate Safety, Regulatory, and Quality requirements.
- Effectively collaborate with a cross-functional team that includes Logistics, Supply Chain, mill operations, procurement, equipment suppliers and with a focus on external service providers.
- This includes completing required project documentation through EFS, EDR, and Appropriation activities and Corporate Financial Instructions (CFIs).
- Consistent role modeling, growth and coaching within K-C Ways of Working.
- Carry out all job responsibilities in a safe manner; set the example for others in the area of safety. Develop equipment and processes that meet safety codes, policies and guidelines. Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, reliability, and other personnel.
- Lead design discussions with Mill and Central teams to review Scope, obtain alignment and feedback – Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, EHS, IT.
- Exert influence without authority across a cross-functional team spanning the Mill/Staff Manufacturing, Logistics, capital planning, external vendors, contractors, finance and others supply chain functions in order to progress the capital project at the speed required.
ABOUT YOU
You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant discipline (e.g. Science or Engineering related).
- Expertise in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering or Mechatronics with a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process and capacity improvements in capital or expense projects.
- Demonstrated success in leading and delivering on capital projects - management/execution.
- Ability and flexibility to work in a distribution or manufacturing environment with a 24/7 operation.
- Flexibility to travel >50% as dictated by business need for meetings, design/develop and start-up support, benchmarking, or best practice sharing across North America.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in the design requirement and safe operation of high-speed tissue manufacturing / Tissue Converting, high-speed personal care product manufacturing equipment and Logistics/Distribution facilities processes with an ability to translate that knowledge in support of automation implementation projects.
- Experience in a combination of engineering, operations, and/or leadership.
- Experience with logistics and/or manufacturing automation technologies such as AGVs, AMRs, 6 axis robotics, etc. with desire to grow and employ that knowledge as a subject matter expert.
- Related technical experience includes various roles at both mill/staff locations and/or cross sector experiences.
- Demonstrated success in managing TSPs supporting project execution.
- Familiarity with capital project management, equipment installations and start-ups.
- Evidence of continuing self-development.
TOTAL BENEFITS
We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.
Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
TO BE CONSIDERED
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.
In the meantime, please check out the careers website.
AND FINALLY, THE FINE PRINT….
For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.
Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
SALARY RANGE
Salary Range: 105,740 – 130,620 USD
At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.
LOCATION
PRIMARY LOCATION: USA-REMOTE
WORKER TYPE
Employee
WORKER SUB-TYPE
Regular
JOB TYPE
Full time
INTRODUCTION
You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.
You were made to create Better Care for a Better World: as preventing and fixing problems on technologically advanced, high-speed machines that produce top-notch products for ¼ of the world’s population is no easy feat, but it’s worth it when you’re recognized often by your manager, supported by your team, and see the products you produce being used by your own family at the end of the day.
This position provides executional leadership for automation projects which will impact various locations in the North America Supply Chain. You will partner with the other team members within automation, staff and the mills, along with working closely with our vendors and suppliers. This role will own execution of engineering, layout and execution of material movement automation strategy and lead the implementation of Automation solutions for our key supply chain opportunity areas in distribution and manufacturing.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
In this role, you will:
- Drive the development and execution of North America Automation capital projects as projects are assigned. Focus for this role will be to lead and leverage TSP teams in developing and executing tasks related to layout, installment, capacity and delivery on K-C project objectives.
- Drive overall TSP engagement as part of the Automation Project Portfolio. This includes high level of collaboration with procurement and management to drive strategic project metrics through our TSPs.
- Coach, mentor and manage TSPs and Project team members to increase technical understanding and ability to execute programs to improve North America’s business results.
- Ensure value engineering/cost savings activities are prioritized and executed.
- Ensure all work complies with Corporate Safety, Regulatory, and Quality requirements.
- Effectively collaborate with a cross-functional team that includes Logistics, Supply Chain, mill operations, procurement, equipment suppliers and with a focus on external service providers.
- This includes completing required project documentation through EFS, EDR, and Appropriation activities and Corporate Financial Instructions (CFIs).
- Consistent role modeling, growth and coaching within K-C Ways of Working.
- Carry out all job responsibilities in a safe manner; set the example for others in the area of safety. Develop equipment and processes that meet safety codes, policies and guidelines. Provide for the safety and well-being of operators, reliability, and other personnel.
- Lead design discussions with Mill and Central teams to review Scope, obtain alignment and feedback – Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Logistics, EHS, IT.
- Exert influence without authority across a cross-functional team spanning the Mill/Staff Manufacturing, Logistics, capital planning, external vendors, contractors, finance and others supply chain functions in order to progress the capital project at the speed required.
ABOUT YOU
You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.
You love what you do, especially when the work you do makes a difference. At Kimberly-Clark, we’re constantly exploring new ideas on how, when, and where we can best achieve results. When you join our team, you’ll experience Flex That Works: flexible (hybrid) work arrangements that empower you to have purposeful time in the office and partner with your leader to make flexibility work for both you and the business.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or relevant discipline (e.g. Science or Engineering related).
- Expertise in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering or Mechatronics with a demonstrated ability to translate that knowledge into execution of process and capacity improvements in capital or expense projects.
- Demonstrated success in leading and delivering on capital projects - management/execution.
- Ability and flexibility to work in a distribution or manufacturing environment with a 24/7 operation.
- Flexibility to travel >50% as dictated by business need for meetings, design/develop and start-up support, benchmarking, or best practice sharing across North America.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience in the design requirement and safe operation of high-speed tissue manufacturing / Tissue Converting, high-speed personal care product manufacturing equipment and Logistics/Distribution facilities processes with an ability to translate that knowledge in support of automation implementation projects.
- Experience in a combination of engineering, operations, and/or leadership.
- Experience with logistics and/or manufacturing automation technologies such as AGVs, AMRs, 6 axis robotics, etc. with desire to grow and employ that knowledge as a subject matter expert.
- Related technical experience includes various roles at both mill/staff locations and/or cross sector experiences.
- Demonstrated success in managing TSPs supporting project execution.
- Familiarity with capital project management, equipment installations and start-ups.
- Evidence of continuing self-development.
TOTAL BENEFITS
We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.
Here are just a few of the benefits you’d enjoy working in this role for Kimberly-Clark. For a complete overview, see www.mykcbenefits.com.
TO BE CONSIDERED
Click the Apply button and complete the online application process. A member of our recruiting team will review your application and follow up if you seem like a great fit for this role.
In the meantime, please check out the careers website.
AND FINALLY, THE FINE PRINT….
For Kimberly-Clark to grow and prosper, we must be an inclusive organization that applies the diverse experiences and passions of its team members to brands that make life better for people all around the world, which is why we seek to build a workforce that encompasses the experiences of our consumers. When you bring your original thinking to Kimberly-Clark, you fuel the continued success of our enterprise. We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position.
Employment is subject to verification of pre-screening tests which may include drug screening, background check, and DMV check.
Veterans and members of the Reserve and Guard are highly encouraged to apply.
SALARY RANGE
Salary Range: 105,740 – 130,620 USD
At Kimberly-Clark, pay is just one aspect of our total rewards package, which also includes a variety of benefits and opportunities to achieve, thrive and grow. Along with base pay, this position offers eligibility for a target bonus and a comprehensive benefits suite, including our 401(k) and Profit Sharing plan. The anticipated base pay range for this role is provided above for a fully qualified hire. Actual pay will depend on several factors, such as location, role, skills, performance, and experience. Please note that the stated pay range applies to US locations only.
LOCATION
PRIMARY LOCATION: USA-REMOTE
WORKER TYPE
Employee
WORKER SUB-TYPE
Regular
JOB TYPE
Full time
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Who's Hiring
- IT Labs42I
- PerkinElmer20
- Humana11
- Ferguson11
- Arganteal9A
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software77
- Healthcare & Medical Services39
- Consulting & Professional Services34
- Insurance16
- Energy9
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote automation technician jobs.
- Experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs such as Allen-Bradley or Siemens
- Associate degree or technical certificate in industrial automation, electronics, or a related field
- Hands-on knowledge of HMI configuration and SCADA systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and P&ID drawings
- Familiarity with robotics platforms including FANUC, ABB, or Yaskawa
- Understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic systems and basic mechanical maintenance
Tips for Your Remote Automation Technician Job Search
Document your automation projects for remote employers
Build a concise project portfolio that shows the systems you've programmed, the problems you diagnosed, and the results you delivered. Remote hiring managers can't walk a floor with you, so written documentation of your PLC logic, SCADA configurations, or process improvements does the work your in-person presence can't.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote automation technician openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your skills and apply directly. Early applicants get more attention before a remote posting fills, and applying to well-matched roles beats applying broadly to anything remote.
Sharpen your async communication before interviews
Remote automation technician teams rely on written updates, ticketing systems, and video documentation instead of shop-floor conversations. Practice describing a technical fault, a corrective action, or a process change in clear written form so remote employers can picture how you'll communicate without being on-site.
Target distributed teams in automation-heavy sectors
Search specifically for remote-first industrial software companies, distributed process engineering teams, and manufacturers with multi-site operations. Those employers have already built the infrastructure for remote automation work and are more likely to offer real remote roles rather than hybrid arrangements that require regular on-site time.
Prepare for remote technical screens with live tools
Many remote automation technician interviews include a live troubleshooting exercise or a screen-share through your PLC software. Have your development environment ready, know how to share your screen cleanly, and be prepared to walk an interviewer through your logic step by step in real time.
Remote Automation Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote automation technician job?
Target companies with distributed engineering teams, remote-first operations, or software-driven industrial platforms, since those employers are built to support automation technicians working off-site. Remote hiring managers screen heavily for self-direction, clear written communication, and proficiency with remote collaboration tools. Hands-on experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, or industrial automation software, combined with a portfolio of past projects, gives you a concrete edge over candidates who rely on in-person credentials alone.
Which companies hire remote automation technicians?
Employers currently hiring remote automation technicians include IT Labs, PerkinElmer, and Humana, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Remote automation technician roles typically come from remote-first technology companies, distributed industrial software firms, and process engineering teams in manufacturing, energy, and life sciences.
Can you get a remote automation technician job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot independently without on-site supervision from day one. The companies most open to entry-level remote candidates are smaller software-driven automation firms and industrial tech startups. Substitute experience with a home lab, documented personal projects, or certifications in PLC programming and SCADA platforms, since those show you can produce results without hand-holding.
Do you need a degree for remote automation technician jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated technical skills, hands-on project work, and relevant certifications over a formal degree for automation technician roles. Credentials in PLC programming, instrumentation, or industrial networking, paired with a clear record of real automation work, carry significant weight. Larger enterprise employers may list a degree as preferred, but remote-first and smaller firms focus on what you can actually do.
Which industries hire the most remote automation technicians?
Remote automation technician roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Those sectors hire automation technicians remotely because their systems are software-configurable, their engineering teams are geographically distributed, and much of the monitoring, programming, and troubleshooting work can be done without a physical presence on-site.
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