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DARCEO Inc

Automation Engineer

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Flexible schedule * Paid time off TITLE OF POSITION: Automation Engineer POSITION DESCRIPTION ... In addition, he/she supports and collaborates with junior level engineers. Primary Responsibilities ...

Intellectt INC

Automation Engineer

New Albany, OH · On-site

Automation Engineer Location: New Albany, OH We are seeking a mid-level Automation Engineer to ... Junior Recruiter Intellectt Inc mahalakshmi.n@intellectt.com Direct: +1 (732) 737 8381

Intellectt INC

Automation Engineer

New Albany, OH · On-site

Automation Engineer Location: New Albany, OH Position Summary Seeking a mid-level Automation ... Thanks & Regards, Mahalakshmi Junior Recruiter Intellectt Inc mahalakshmi.n@intellectt.com Direct ...

DESIGN HIRE LLC

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Junior Automation and AI Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$50K - $60K/yr

Design Hire LLC is a growing technical staffing firm specializing in engineering, construction ... The Opportunity The Junior Automation and AI Specialist will design, build, test, document, and ...

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Junior Automation and AI Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · Remote

$50K - $60K/yr

Design Hire LLC is a growing technical staffing firm specializing in engineering, construction ... The Opportunity The Junior Automation and AI Specialist will design, build, test, document, and ...

DARCEO Inc

Automation Engineer

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Automation Engineer POSITION DESCRIPTION NUMBER: HR-023-33 DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS TO ... In addition, he/she supports and collaborates with junior level engineers. Primary Responsibilities ...

DARCEO Inc

Automation Engineer

Rapid City, SD · On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Automation Engineer POSITION DESCRIPTION NUMBER: HR-023-33 DEPARTMENT: Engineering REPORTS TO ... In addition, he/she supports and collaborates with junior level engineers. Primary Responsibilities ...

BBA, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT

Your future role on our team As an Automation Engineer, you'll take part inengineering proposals ... You'llalso visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts andmentor junior ...

SWIFT VA

Senior Automation Engineer

Charleston, WV · Hybrid

$101K - $188K/yr

Mentor junior automation engineers and contribute to best practices in test automation. * Identify and implement new automation technologies and tools to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

BBA, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Tucson, AZ

Your future role on our team As an Automation Engineer, you'll take part inengineering proposals ... You'llalso visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts andmentor junior ...

BBA, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Elko, NV

Your future role on our team As an Automation Engineer, you'll take part inengineering proposals ... You'llalso visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts andmentor junior ...

BBA, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Tucson, AZ

Your future role on our team As an Automation Engineer, you'll take part inengineering proposals ... You'llalso visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts andmentor junior ...

BBA, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Elko, NV

Your future role on our team As an Automation Engineer, you'll take part inengineering proposals ... You'llalso visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts andmentor junior ...

BBA, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

Your future role on our team As an Automation Engineer, you'll take part inengineering proposals ... You'llalso visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts andmentor junior ...

BBA, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Denver, CO

Your future role on our team As an Automation Engineer, you'll take part inengineering proposals ... You'llalso visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts andmentor junior ...

BBA, Inc.

Automation Engineer

Salt Lake City, UT

Your future role on our team As an Automation Engineer, you'll take part inengineering proposals ... You'llalso visit client sites occasionally, support business development efforts andmentor junior ...

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How much do flexible junior automation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for flexible junior automation engineer in the United States is $74,448.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,000.00 and $88,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Flexible Junior Automation Engineer vs Test Automation Engineer?

AspectFlexible Junior Automation EngineerTest Automation Engineer
Required CredentialsBasic programming skills, relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB), entry-level experienceSimilar certifications, often more specialized in testing tools
Work EnvironmentSoftware development teams, Agile/Scrum environmentsQuality assurance teams, software testing projects
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, startups, software firmsSoftware companies, QA service providers
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level automation rolesMore focused on testing processes and tools

The Flexible Junior Automation Engineer typically focuses on developing and maintaining automation scripts within development teams, often working in Agile environments. The Test Automation Engineer, while similar, emphasizes testing strategies, tools, and quality assurance processes. Both roles require foundational automation skills and certifications, but the Junior role is more entry-level and development-oriented, whereas the Test Automation Engineer may involve more specialized testing expertise.

How to get into a flexible junior automation engineer role with no experience?

To enter a flexible junior automation engineer role with no experience, focus on gaining foundational knowledge of programming languages like Python or Java, and learn automation tools such as Selenium or Jenkins. Completing relevant online courses, earning certifications, and building small projects can demonstrate your skills to employers and improve your chances of securing an entry-level position.
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Automation Engineer

DARCEO Inc

Rapid City, SD • On-site

$95K - $130K/yr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off

TITLE OF POSITION:  Automation Engineer
POSITION DESCRIPTION NUMBER:  HR-023-33
DEPARTMENT:  Engineering
REPORTS TO:  Engineering Manager, Project Manager
 
If you are an Automation Engineer with PLC Controller and Robotics experience, please read on!
 
We are a rapidly growing, high speed engineering services company with product and test development in the medical, mil/aero, and high-end industrial spaces. The work is exciting and challenging every day.  Our customers range from fortune 50 companies to startups and across many projects. You can work on satellites, trains, planes, IoT devices to life saving medical devices all in the same week! We are a small team accomplishing great things and are looking for experienced engineers to join our tight knit & growing team.
The Position:
The Automation Engineer is a mid-level professional who is responsible for using technology to improve and streamline a manufacturing process through automation. Depending on their specific assignment, he/she may be a stand-alone contributor who can lead small scale automation projects, provide automation support within a specific area, or provide validation support for automation projects. The incumbent can also integrate into supporting a large-scale project. He/she is recognized as proficient in their field such as specific control systems, instrumentation, process, utilities, or qualification testing. The Automation Engineer I meets customer needs in support of business goals. In addition, he/she supports and collaborates with junior level engineers.
Primary Responsibilities
Project Support - Work within a project team, teamwork, schedule adherence, execution, start-up, commissioning, owner interaction, qualifications
Provide SME Leadership in designated area/field. Depending on assignment, this may be DCS, PLC, SCADA, BAS, Validation, Manufacturing and Utilities Areas.
If assigned as Area lead; Provide support for process issues, troubleshooting, continuous improvement projects, system administration, and providing point of contact to Operations personnel.
Develop standards and provide expertise to management.
Communication - Will be responsible for providing excellent communications (verbal/written) within area of responsibility.
Use/demonstrate problem solving skills to best support and meet the needs within area of responsibility.
Promotes a collaborative and cooperative environment which embraces the ability to work effectively within teams.
Capable of adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) - Compliance, Change Control, Quality Oversight, Validation.
After hours support may be required.
Additional duties as assigned/required
System Technical Skills
Allen Bradley PLC/HMI - Design, Configuration, Programming, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration; Ignition SCADA - Design, Configuration, Programming, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Fanuc Robots- Design, Specifying, Troubleshooting; System Documentation - Drawings, FRS, SDD, URS, SOPs; Qualification / Validation - PLC's, Keysight or Optel Vision systems, Serialization, Packaging Equipment; Wincc7.4 SCADA Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Administration; PLC/HMI/ Servo Drive - Design, Configuration, Troubleshooting; PLC/PC Based Electrical Control Panel Design; Industrial Network, IO link , Smart IO.
 
Requirements 
Bachelor’s degree - Engineering, Automation, Computer, Industrial, Manufacturing, Related and 5 years of direct experience in automation engineering and/or validation.
No equivalent combination of education other than what is provided in this section will be accepted.