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Jr Automation Engineer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Sr. Pega Engineer/Jr Architect

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$58.75 - $77/hr

Sr. Pega Engineer/Junior Architect Submission deadline for interview selection 05/11 @3PM CT. Local ... We are Process Automation team at Best Buy. We help the org to automate repetitive mundane time ...

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How much do jr automation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for jr automation engineer in Minnesota is $72,915.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $55,800.00 and $86,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Jr Automation Engineer vs Automation Technician?

AspectJr Automation EngineerAutomation Technician
Required CredentialsAssociate's or Bachelor's in Engineering or related fieldTechnical diploma or certification in automation or electronics
Work EnvironmentDesign, programming, and testing automation systems in industrial or manufacturing settingsMaintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing automation equipment on the shop floor
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and industrial automation companiesFactories, plants, and facilities with automation equipment
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for entry-level automation rolesCompared for hands-on troubleshooting roles

The Jr Automation Engineer typically focuses on designing and programming automation systems, requiring a background in engineering. In contrast, the Automation Technician mainly handles maintenance and troubleshooting of existing automation equipment. Both roles are essential in industrial settings but differ in responsibilities and skill requirements.

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Sr. Pega Engineer/Jr Architect

Sr. Pega Engineer/Jr Architect

Samprasoft

Minneapolis, MN • On-site

$58.75 - $77/hr

Other

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

Sr. Pega Engineer/Junior Architect

Submission deadline for interview selection 05/11 @3PM CT. Local preferred, open to nation-wide if local or BBY hubs don’t provide good candidates. If local, we will be looking at a hybrid schedule. HUB cities: Minneapolis, Seattle, Atlanta, Boston, San Diego (HUB locations)

***1 SUB SLOTS IN BEELINE*** - Initial 6 months contract to start - Very likely to be longer-termed/ongoing

Business Overview:

Tell us about your department: We are Process Automation team at Best Buy. We help the org to automate repetitive mundane time-consuming process by either optimizing it with low-code/no-code platform (BPM) or mimicking user activities with RPA. Our team owns everything from discovery to delivery and support of the automated processes.

Project Description:

We are looking to fill up the position in our BPM team, which uses Pega tool (low-code/no-code platform with system integration capabilities). Generally, Pega projects span across multiple departments and systems. All Pega projects drive efficiency in business process with workflow driven design and creating one stop portal for business user to operate instead of fragmented enterprise system (based on business flow)

Position Summary/Job Description:

Sr. Pega Engineer/Junior Architect (preferred PCSSA certified) This role will be part of core Pega SME but overall having broader skills (both technical and soft-skills, some are listed below) to work across different teams – Product, business, broader engineering enterprise and work in collaboration of BBY Engineering Manager and Solution Architect to drive solution design, estimation, code review, testing etc. in delivery space.

How much time will the resource spend pair programming? We are not expecting to have pair programming for this role as we believe with requested skills, this candidate can play individual contributor role from the onset.

Skills Overview:

What are the top five skills and number of years of experience required to perform this job? • Primary: (Would prefer 5+ years of experience here) o Pega PRPC 8.x + (All modules within the platform) o Pega solutioning and work effort estimation techniques. And sound knowledge on the following (years of experience can vary) o Other Programming skills: Java,.net, powershell/other web scripting like XML, CSS, JavaScript, HTML o Integration: REST/SOAP APIs, JSON, Message Queues etc. o DB: Data Model, SQL Script o Understanding of engineering architectures, strong debugging and troubleshooting skills. o Agile Development practical experience

What are some preferred/nice to have skills the manager is looking for? • Willing to take ownership and accountability. • Strong communication skills (written and verbal, considering hybrid work culture) – Drive synergy across multiple teams across geography as needed. • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technical skills quickly. • Organized and methodical in tracking and prioritizing work and delivery.