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Bowhead

Lead Automation Engineer

Arlington, VA · On-site

$117K - $154K/yr

Responsibilities Automation Engineering & Leadership: Serve as the lead technical engineer for the ... Manage and provision cloud infrastructure on AWS using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools ...

Qualdoc

Automation & Controls Engineer

Henrico, VA · On-site

$100K/yr

Automation & Controls Engineer Location: Henrico, VA Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire ... Documentation & Change Management * Support engineering change control activities and technical ...

Exiger

Engineering Manager

Mclean, VA · On-site

Experience with CI/CD, deployment automation, release management, observability, and operational ... Proven ability to mentor engineers, build ownership, manage delivery, and foster a strong ...

Judge Group, Inc.

Network Automation Engineer

Mclean, VA · Hybrid

$65 - $80/hr

Collaborate with network engineering and operations teams to identify automation opportunities and ... Network configuration management * Device provisioning * Compliance and policy enforcement * Day 2 ...

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As of Jun 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for automation engineering manager in Virginia is $136,868.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,500.00 and $158,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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An Automation Engineering Manager oversees the design, implementation, and optimization of automated systems in manufacturing or software development. They lead a team of engineers to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance productivity through automation technologies. Responsibilities include project management, system integration, troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. They collaborate with other departments to align automation strategies with company goals. Strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and problem-solving abilities are essential for this role.

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An Automation Engineering Manager should have a strong background in automation technologies, process improvement, project management, and a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with PLC/SCADA systems, robotics, industrial control systems, and certifications such as PMP or Six Sigma is often required. Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help drive team performance and foster cross-functional collaboration. These capabilities are essential for delivering efficient automation solutions, ensuring project success, and guiding multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced environments.

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Automation Engineering Managers often balance multiple projects and deadlines while ensuring high quality and compliance with industry standards. A common challenge is integrating new automation technologies with existing systems, which requires careful planning and troubleshooting. Collaboration with cross-functional teams—including operations, IT, and maintenance—is crucial for aligning technical solutions with business goals. Additionally, staying current with emerging automation trends and training team members on new tools is a key part of the role, helping drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.

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2026 Engineering Leadership Development Program- Electrical/Automation Engineering

2026 Engineering Leadership Development Program- Electrical/Automation Engineering

Gerdau

Petersburg, VA • On-site

Full-time

Posted yesterday

Gerdau rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 64 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

187th of 519 rated manufacturers

Job description

At Gerdau, we empower our people to grow, thrive, and make a difference-together. With a culture built on trust and teamwork, we offer meaningful work, continuous development, and opportunities to shape your future. We invite you to come work with us, where your contributions are valued, your voice is heard, and your career is forged with purpose
About Us: Gerdau is a major steel manufacturing company, operating in 10 countries and employing over 30,000 individuals. The North American business divisions (Gerdau Long Steel North America and Gerdau Specialty Steel North America) produce long and special steel products for the agriculture, energy, industrial, automotive and manufacturing markets. We stimulate the economy through our network of recycling operations and mills, operating ten mills in the U.S. and three in Canada. Our mills utilize efficient and clean production practices, including the use of electric arc furnace (EAF) technology. The use of this technology and its process makes our steel one of the greenest choices available.
G.Future: Gerdau's Next Generation of Leaders
• To invest in our junior talent, Gerdau proudly offers G.Future, a program designed to develop future leaders for the company. As members of this leadership program, participants will be put through an intensive 18-month program that utilizes on-the-job learning, classroom training, coaching and ongoing mentorship from various leaders to shape the G.Futures into our future managerial and technical leaders.
Some of the experiences of this program include:
• G.Futures will be responsible for solving large- and small-scale problems. Examples include: Creating Mechanical components/assembly drawing(s), proposing business methods to optimize product output and redirect process prioritization to improve current production standards.
• Work as a leader managing the strategic implementation for overall business goals.
• G.Future also offers a Mentorship Program, a unique feature designed to help participants build a successful career. Your mentor will be a seasoned professional within the company who will facilitate your integration with Gerdau, help you understand Gerdau's values and business culture and streamline your training by providing you technical knowledge and business vision.
• Visit our customers and suppliers to gain In-depth knowledge of our business from beginning to end. • Gain a holistic view and acumen of the industry by working with each level of Gerdau North America, as well as travel to various destinations throughout the US and Canada.
• Further your development by interacting with other G.Futures from across North America while tackling some of the organization's biggest challenges.
• Grow a set of managerial, interpersonal, analytical, and technical skills
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in:
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Electrical Automation Engineering
    • Or other applicable degree
  • Bachelor's graduate from within the past 3 years, or expected to graduate by Summer 2026
  • Record of high academic achievement (Minimum GPA 2.5, preferred GPA 3.0 or above)
  • Preference for a degree related internship experience
  • A maximum of 3 years full-time work experience
  • Well-rounded applicants with leadership roles in student organizations or extra-curricular activities
  • A high learning agility and willingness to adapt and develop continuously
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring current or future sponsorship for employment
  • Ability to travel to various locations within the United States and Canada during the length of the program

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.
If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com

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