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Automation Engineering Manager Jobs in Rigby, ID

Relevant Industrial LLC

Controls Engineer

Idaho Falls, ID

$80K - $103K/yr

Drafts and presents formal technical documents, reports, and testing results to manager for ... Automation Werx expects all employee to be able to demonstrate, promote, and believe in these ...

Relevant Industrial LLC

Controls Engineer

Idaho Falls, ID

$80K - $103K/yr

Drafts and presents formal technical documents, reports, and testing results to manager for ... Automation Werx expects all employee to be able to demonstrate, promote, and believe in these ...

Relevant Industrial, LLC

Controls Engineer

Idaho Falls, ID · On-site

$80K - $103K/yr

... manager for approval. • Drafts technical manuals for instrumentation. • Provides training ... Automation Werx expects all employee to be able to demonstrate, promote, and believe in these ...

Activated Insights

Senior Product Owner

Idaho Falls, ID · On-site

$121K - $160K/yr

Run sprint planning, scrums, grooming, and review ceremonies with the Engineering squads serving ... Drive the integration platform automation backlog that reduces manual provisioning effort ...

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How much do automation engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for automation engineering manager in Rigby, ID is $118,373.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,800.00 and $137,200.00 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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Infographic showing various Automation Engineering Manager job openings in Rigby, ID as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,373 per year, or $56.9 per hour.

Digital Model / BIM Automation Developer -Kiewit Nuclear Solutions

Kiewit Corporation

Idaho Falls, ID • Remote

$136K - $142K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

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Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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21st of 80 rated construction

Job description

Requisition ID: 180215 

Job Level: Mid Level 

Home District/Group: DHO Information Technology Group 

Department: Technology Group 

Market: Nuclear 

Employment Type: Full Time 
 

Position Overview

Kiewit is seeking a Digital Model / BIM Automation Developer to support the processing, transformation, and delivery of engineering models across enterprise-scale EPC projects. This role is responsible for managing and scaling automated pipelines that deliver critical 3D model data to thousands of users daily.

This is a highly technical, operations-focused role within the Digital Project Execution (DPE) team, requiring strong programming, data handling, and systems expertise. The position plays a key role in ensuring reliability, scalability, and performance of model delivery systems, while continuously improving automation processes to support rapid organizational growth.

District Overview

This position is within the Kiewit Technology Group, supporting Kiewit Nuclear Solutions. 

Location

This is a remote position that may require some travel. 

Responsibilities

Model Processing & Delivery

  • Process, convert, and prepare engineering models for downstream use in UniversalPlantViewer (UPV) / Universal Digital Twin Hub / UDITH
  • Manage and support the daily delivery of 100+ models to 3,000+ users across projects
  • Ensure model quality, consistency, and availability across environments
  • Troubleshoot model processing failures and implement corrective actions

Automation & Optimization

  • Develop, enhance, and maintain automation pipelines for model processing and delivery
  • Identify opportunities to reduce manual intervention and improve system reliability
  • Optimize existing workflows for performance, scalability, and maintainability
  • Implement monitoring and alerting for critical automation processes

Systems & Infrastructure Support

  • Support general systems administration tasks related to model processing environments
  • Maintain and improve infrastructure supporting automated workflows
  • Ensure systems are stable, secure, and performant under increasing scale

Data & Integration

  • Work with structured data using SQL to support model metadata and integration workflows
  • Integrate model data with downstream systems and platforms (e.g., Common Data Environments, analytics tools)
  • Support data transformation and validation processes

Continuous Improvement & Scaling

  • Contribute to scaling operations in a rapidly growing environment (~5x growth over recent years)
  • Improve reliability and maintainability of model delivery systems
  • Support onboarding of new projects and increased model volumes
Qualifications

Technology stack

Primary:

  • Universal Plant Viewer (UPV)
  • Python (preferred)
  • SQL Server / Azure SQL
  • Model processing tools and formats (e.g., SmartPlant Review, Navisworks, 3D model platforms)
  • Automation frameworks / scripting

Supporting:

  • Azure-based ecosystem (Data Factory, Databricks, Data Lake)
  • CI/CD and scripting tools

Required qualifications

  • Experience processing and converting engineering models
  • Strong proficiency in a modern programming language (Python preferred)
  • Engineering or construction industry experience (EPC environment preferred)
  • Strong SQL skills for data manipulation and integration
  • Proven ability to automate complex processes and workflows
  • Strong systems and infrastructure fundamentals (systems administration experience preferred)
  • Highly proficient in problem solving and troubleshooting complex technical issues
  • Strong foundational knowledge of computers, data structures, and coding principles
  • Ability to quickly learn new tools, systems, and workflows
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability for delivering business-critical systems
  • Experience supporting high-availability systems used by large user bases (thousands of users)
  • Experience documenting functional requirements, technical designs, and data workflows.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Background in data analytics or data engineering
  • Experience training or supporting end users

BONUS EXPERIENCE

  • Knowledge of engineering design tool ecosystems (Hexagon Smart Suite).
  • Experience supporting data environments tied to project lifecycle systems.
  • Exposure to large-scale project-based data environments.

Other Requirements:
    Regular, reliable attendance
    Work productively and meet deadlines timely
    Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
    Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
    Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
    FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation: $136,000/yr - $142,000/yr

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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Kiewit Infrastructure Engineering's Design-Build team is driving clients to turn to Kiewit during all stages of design-build projects. Through our integrated design and construction approach, our multi-disciplinary team works together to improve schedule, control costs and minimize risk. Our construction-focused engineers work collaboratively with our estimators and builders to design solutions that are innovative, constructible, and designed with a focus on safety. Clients benefit from the proven processes and tools used by Kiewit to minimize project risk. We are an in-house resource that supports projects throughout the company. Our staff shares experiences gained, innovative concepts, and best practices for all projects that we support.

Industry

Construction materials wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Omaha, NE, US

Year founded

1884

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