Senior Test Automation Engineer Jobs in South Carolina
Senior Test Automation Engineer jobs in South Carolina are open across Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston and other South Carolina metros, with employers like ALG Senior, LPL Financial, and Truist hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About the Role
BASIC PURPOSE: Currently this position provides support to manufacturing automation. Designs, advises, implements, and troubleshoots automated systems to improve productivity, efficiency, quality, and safety.
Shift: 1st
Pay: $95,000
SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical or Controls Engineering with 5+ years of experience in the industry.
- Ability to interpret and create electrical prints.
- Ability to use CAD Applications such as AutoCAD Electrical / EPLAN / Visio.
- Must have extensive knowledge of Rockwell Automation software and hardware.
- Must have knowledge of other PLC and HMI hardware and software products from vendors such as Siemens, Omron, Mitsubishi, Schneider Electric, and others.
- Must have knowledge of serial/digital communication protocols i.e. Ethernet IP, Profinet, RS232, CAN, etc.
- Must have experience implementing system designs.
ACTUAL TASKS
- Create and edit PLC and HMI programs for internal equipment.
- Select and configure appropriate control components, sensors, drives, and other instruments for projects.
- Design electrical schematics, network architecture diagrams, and panel layouts.
- Troubleshoot issues to provide root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
- Support development and commission new equipment and upgrades.
- Identify cost reduction and optimization opportunities.
- Evaluate systems for operational safety and make recommendations.
- Configure communication interfaces to other control systems (PLCs, HMIs, Robots, Sensors, Lasers, etc.)
Although we have described above what we are generally looking for, we are very likely missing other attributes and skills that may make you a great fit! Please tell us about your other skills and abilities by applying and listing your additional attributes.
A 10% shift premium is paid for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.
Benefits
SEW-EURODRIVE provides a generous benefits package to all full time employees. These benefits start on DAY ONE!
There is no monthly premium required for Employee's coverage:
- Medical Insurance - Includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Audio, and Prescription Drug coverage + $125 annual reimbursement for purchase of eligible vitamins & minerals.
- Life Insurance worth 2.5 times annual base pay. Includes Accidental Death & Dismemberment.
- Disability - Includes both Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for Medical and/or Dependent Care made available annually during open enrollment.
- Timely Evaluations with potential for a pay increase.
- Paid Vacation - 2-weeks of vacation accrual per year to start, which increases after five years and ten years of service.
- Holiday Pay - Twelve (12) paid holidays per year.
- Retirement Benefits - Includes 401(k) with Profit Sharing Contribution and 200% Company Match on the first 3% that you defer to your 401K account.
- Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) for hourly positions - Unused time is paid out annually.
- Paid Parental Leave - To assist and support new parents with balancing work and family matters.
- Onsite Clinic Services - On location medical services by licensed providers at no cost to employees.
- Education Assistance Programs - Student Loan Repayment / Tuition Assistance options.
- Counseling Resources - Easy and convenient access to professional counseling services online.
- Wellness Resources - Utilizing a comprehensive, interactive, and personalized wellness program with potential to earn points for awards / gift cards.
- Uniforms/Subsidies - Uniform subsidies and/or uniforms are provided for applicable roles, based on job requirements.
- Safety Shoes - A subsidy for the annual purchase of OSHA approved safety shoes, based on job requirements.
- Employee Assistance Programs - program to help employees navigate challenging life circumstances.
Additional job requirements and responsibilities would be discussed during the interview process.
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Senior Test Automation Engineer Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- ALG Senior17

- LPL Financial13

- Truist13

- American Eagle Outfitters12

- Fluor12

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services95
- Construction & Real Estate55
- Manufacturing52
- Healthcare & Medical Services45
- Banking & Financial Services41
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior test automation engineer jobs across South Carolina.
- 5 or more years of hands-on experience building automated test frameworks from scratch
- Proficiency in at least one major framework such as Selenium, Cypress, or Playwright
- Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or JavaScript for writing maintainable test code
- Experience integrating automated tests into CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or GitHub Actions
- Demonstrated ability to design API test suites using tools like Postman or REST Assured
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
Senior Test Automation Engineer Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How many senior test automation engineer jobs are there in South Carolina?
There are 467+ senior test automation engineer openings in South Carolina on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston. New positions post regularly as employers across South Carolina hire.
How much do senior test automation engineers make in South Carolina?
Senior test automation engineers in South Carolina earn a median of about $97,500 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,070 for the lowest 10% to over $135,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which South Carolina cities have the most senior test automation engineer jobs?
Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston have the most senior test automation engineer openings in South Carolina right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire senior test automation engineers in South Carolina?
Employers hiring senior test automation engineers in South Carolina include ALG Senior, LPL Financial, and Truist, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote senior test automation engineer jobs in South Carolina?
Yes. About 14% of senior test automation engineer openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in South Carolina metros.
How do I apply for senior test automation engineer jobs in South Carolina?
You can apply to senior test automation engineer jobs in South Carolina directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred South Carolina location, then apply to each one that fits.
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