Remote Industrial Automation Engineer Jobs

Remote industrial automation engineer jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed engineering teams hiring for roles in manufacturing technology, energy systems, and industrial software. Employers hiring right now include Graybar, SunSource, and Signode. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles19
Top employerGraybar
Top industryEnergy
Top credentialBachelor's degree
Companies hiring11

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Industrial Automation Outside Sales Representative
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Industrial Automation Outside Sales Representative
Rexel
Santa Clara, California
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$28 - $30/hr
Remote (US)
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Sr. Regional Sales Account Manager - AS/RS & Industrial Automation (Remote - US)
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Sr. Regional Sales Account Manager - AS/RS & Industrial Automation (Remote - US)
Signode
Dallas, Texas
Customer Service
Customer Support
$130k - $150k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Sr. Regional Sales Account Manager - AS/RS & Industrial Automation (Remote - US)
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Sr. Regional Sales Account Manager - AS/RS & Industrial Automation (Remote - US)
Signode
Detroit, Michigan
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$130k - $150k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Industrial Automation Application Developer
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Industrial Automation Application Developer
Sprague Energy
Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Specialized Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Industrial Engineering
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Outside Sales Account Manager - Industrial Automation Solutions
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Outside Sales Account Manager - Industrial Automation Solutions
SunSource
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Business Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Remote (US)
Associate's degree in electrical engineering
1,001-5,000

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Remote Industrial Automation Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

Graybar4 open roles
SunSource4 open roles
Signode2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Energy
  • Manufacturing

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote industrial automation engineer jobs.

  • Proficiency programming Allen-Bradley or Siemens PLCs in ladder logic and structured text
  • Experience designing and troubleshooting SCADA or HMI systems in production environments
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field
  • Hands-on integration of industrial robots, vision systems, or motion control equipment
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control panel drawings
  • Familiarity with industrial networking protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Profibus, or Modbus

Tips for Your Remote Industrial Automation Engineer Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote industrial automation engineer openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles by the skills and systems that match your background and apply directly, without filtering through listings built for on-site work.

Show remote diagnostic experience upfront

Remote employers want to know you can troubleshoot PLC faults, SCADA alarms, and control loop issues without being on the plant floor. Call out specific remote access tools you've used, like FactoryTalk Remote Access or VPN-connected HMI sessions, in your resume and cover letter.

Build a documented automation project portfolio

Remote hiring managers can't watch you work, so written documentation does the job instead. Publish ladder logic diagrams, control narratives, or integration write-ups from past projects on a personal site or repository. Even one well-documented project signals that you work independently and communicate technically.

Prepare for async-heavy remote interviews

Many remote industrial automation teams screen candidates through written technical exercises or asynchronous video responses before any live interview. Practice explaining a controls problem, your troubleshooting approach, or a past integration decision in writing, so your reasoning comes through clearly without back-and-forth.

Remote Industrial Automation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote industrial automation engineer job?

Remote industrial automation engineer roles go to candidates who can demonstrate self-direction, strong written communication, and the ability to collaborate across time zones without hand-holding. Remote employers screen heavily for PLC programming proficiency, SCADA system experience, and familiarity with remote diagnostic tools. Candidates who document past automation projects clearly, show experience with asynchronous workflows, and can explain technical decisions in writing consistently edge out those who rely on in-person presence to get work done.

Which companies hire remote industrial automation engineers?

Companies hiring remote industrial automation engineers right now include Graybar, SunSource, and Signode, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote openings for this role concentrate at remote-first engineering firms, industrial software companies, and distributed teams in energy, manufacturing technology, and automation consulting.

Can you get a remote industrial automation engineer job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot and make decisions independently from day one. Industrial software companies and automation startups are the most likely to hire remotely at the junior level. Candidates who build a portfolio of personal PLC or HMI projects, contribute to open-source automation tooling, or complete vendor certifications in systems like Rockwell or Siemens give employers concrete evidence to work with instead of relying on a job history.

Do you need a degree for remote industrial automation engineer jobs?

Not always. Remote employers in industrial automation weigh demonstrated technical skills heavily, particularly PLC programming, instrumentation knowledge, and hands-on systems integration experience. A degree in electrical, mechanical, or controls engineering helps with larger employers and defense-adjacent roles, but many remote-first firms and industrial software companies hire based on a verifiable portfolio of automation work, vendor certifications, and the ability to communicate technical decisions clearly in writing.

Which industries hire the most remote industrial automation engineers?

Most remote industrial automation engineer openings sit in Energy and Manufacturing, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire remotely because their engineering teams are geographically distributed and rely on remote access tools, cloud-connected PLCs, and digital twin platforms to manage automation systems without requiring engineers on-site full time.

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