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Automation Engineering Manager Jobs in Frederick, MD

Quality Agents

Automation Engineer

Rockville, MD · On-site

Collaborate with QA, Validation, Engineering, and IT to support system lifecycle management and change control. * Support deviation investigations, CAPAs, and root cause analysis for automation ...

Quality Agents, LLC

Automation Engineer

Rockville, MD · On-site

... Engineering, and IT to support system lifecycle management and change control. • Support deviation investigations, CAPAs, and root cause analysis for automation-related issues Minimum Requirements ...

Pinnaql

Automation Project Manager

Rockville, MD · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who ... Automation Project Manager Job Summary We are seeking a Automation Project Manager to support an ...

Pinnaql

Automation Project Manager

Rockville, MD · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who ... Automation Project Manager Job Summary We are seeking a Automation Project Manager to support an ...

Pinnaql

Automation Project Manager

Rockville, MD · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who ... Automation Project Manager Job Summary We are seeking a Automation Project Manager to support an ...

TekWissen LLC

Automation Controls Engineer

Walkersville, MD · On-site

$83K - $110K/yr

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that ... Required Skills * 3-5 years of experience in automation engineering or operational technology.

Lonza

Director, Automation

Walkersville, MD · On-site +1

$203K - $237K/yr

Director, Automation Location: This position is currently remote. A future transition to an on-site ... Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, IT/OT, MSAT, EHS, and Project Management organizations

Lonza

Director, Automation

Walkersville, MD · On-site +1

$203K - $237K/yr

Director, Automation Location: This position is currently remote. A future transition to an on-site ... Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, IT/OT, MSAT, EHS, and Project Management organizations

Govcio LLC

Cloud Automation Engineer

Kearneysville, WV · On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

GovCIO is seeking a Cloud Automation Engineer to support a critical government computer system for ... Design, deploy, and manage self-service catalogs and cloud provisioning blueprints utilizing VMware ...

Leonardo DRS

RF Test Engineering Manager

Frederick, MD · On-site

Job Summary We are seeking a Manager, RF Test Engineering & Engineering Labs to lead and scale our ... This role will be instrumental in modernizing RF test across the organization, including automation ...

Leonardo DRS

RF Test Engineering Manager

Frederick, MD · On-site

Job Summary We are seeking a Manager, RF Test Engineering & Engineering Labs to lead and scale our ... This role will be instrumental in modernizing RF test across the organization, including automation ...

TAD PGS, Inc.

Automation Services Engineer

Leesburg, VA · On-site +1

$150K - $160K/yr

Platform engineering / infrastructure teams * Managed services providers (MSPs), hosting, or ... Automation-first thinking (idempotent, repeatable, testable systems) * Strong troubleshooting ...

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How much do automation engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for automation engineering manager in Frederick, MD is $137,261.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,800.00 and $159,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an automation engineering manager do?

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.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an automation engineering manager?

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.

What are some typical challenges faced by automation engineering managers in their day-to-day work?

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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Automation Engineer

Quality Agents, LLC

Rockville, MD

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Quality Agents, LLC offers validation and quality expertise to the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.
We are seeking a hands-on and detail-driven Automation Engineer to support the design, implementation, and maintenance of automation systems in a regulated biotech manufacturing environment. This role will play a key part in optimizing equipment performance, ensuring data integrity, and maintaining GMP compliance across automated systems.
The ideal candidate has experience with PLCs, SCADA, building management systems (BMS), and process automation in GMP settings.


Key Responsibilities


Support automation projects related to manufacturing, utilities, and lab systems (e.g., bioreactors, chromatography skids, CIP/SIP systems).
Develop, modify, and troubleshoot automation logic (PLC, SCADA, DCS) in support of process control and equipment integration.
Work closely with cross-functional teams on system requirements, design specifications, and commissioning/qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) activities.
Maintain and update automation-related documentation including functional specs, FRS, URS, and validation protocols.
Ensure compliance with 21 CFR Part 11, data integrity, GAMP5, and other relevant GMP regulations.
Collaborate with QA, Validation, Engineering, and IT to support system lifecycle management and change control.
Support deviation investigations, CAPAs, and root cause analysis for automation-related issues


Minimum Requirements:


B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in automation engineering within a biotech, pharmaceutical, or GMP-regulated environment.
Experience with automation platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, DeltaV, Rockwell, Wonderware/AVEVA, or similar.
Strong understanding of control systems, instrumentation, and network infrastructure in GMP settings.
Familiarity with automation validation and documentation standards.


Quality Agents offers a full suite of benefits for full-time employees including:


Health, dental and vision insurance
Life, AD&D and Disability Insurance
Health savings account for participants in our health plan
401k retirement plan
Paid time off
Paid holidays


Quality Agents accepts applications on an on-going basis in order to build a talent pool of potential candidates. These applications remain open for consideration, as positions become available, for one (1) year from the date of application. After that time, or if your application information changes, please submit your application again.

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