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Novelis

Lead Automation Engineer

Bay Minette, AL

Novelis in Bay Minette has an exciting opportuntity for a Lead Automation Engineer. The incumbent for this position designs, develops, configures, and implements automated systems and processes to ...

PM Group

Senior / Lead Automation Engineer

Conshohocken, PA · On-site

$102K - $134K/yr

Overview The Senior / Lead Automation Engineer position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group's quickly growing Philadelphia area team out of Conshohocken, PA . We are sharing knowledge ...

PM Group

Senior / Lead Automation Engineer

Conshohocken, PA · On-site

$102K - $134K/yr

Overview The Senior / Lead Automation Engineer position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group's quickly growing Philadelphia area team out of Conshohocken, PA . We are sharing knowledge ...

Parachute Health

Lead Automation Engineer

OR · Remote

$80K - $130K/yr

About the Role You'll be the dedicated Automation Engineer embedded in Parachute Health's IT & ... Experience as a technical lead bridging IT, Security, Engineering, and Compliance stakeholders.

Arctic Cat

Automation Engineer

Thief River Falls, MN · On-site

$80K/yr

Lead automation initiatives to maintain equipment and ensure maximum productivity or "uptime ... Coach and train current product engineers on the existing automated systems. Requirements

JSat Automation

Sr Automation Engineer

Oakland, CA · On-site

$120K - $157K/yr

JSat Automation is hiring a Senior/ Lead Automation Engineer with Emerson DeltaV and Syncade experience. Requirements * Proven experience as a Senior Automation Engineer with increased levels of ...

Arctic Cat

Automation Engineer

Thief River Falls, MN

$80K - $90K/yr

Lead automation initiatives to maintain equipment and ensure maximum productivity or "uptime ... Coach and train current product engineers on the existing automated systems. Requirements

Parachute Health

Lead Automation Engineer

$104K - $138K/yr

About the Role You'll be the dedicated Automation Engineer embedded in Parachute Health's IT & ... Experience as a technical lead bridging IT, Security, Engineering, and Compliance stakeholders.

Atria Group LLC

Lead Automation Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA

$120K - $158K/yr

Our company provides application analysis, design, development and programming, software ... Strong leadership skills - Candidate must lead and communicate effectively the direction ...

Intellectt INC

Automation Engineer

Bloomington, IN · On-site

We are seeking an experienced Automation Engineer to support process automation and control systems ... Lead automation system lifecycle activities including design, commissioning, validation, and ...

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How much do lead automation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead automation engineer in the United States is $123,784.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lead Automation Engineer vs Automation Engineer?

AspectLead Automation EngineerAutomation Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; certifications like ISTQB, Certified Automation ProfessionalBachelor's degree in engineering or related field; certifications like ISTQB, Certified Automation Professional
Work EnvironmentLeading automation projects, coordinating teams, designing automation strategiesDeveloping and implementing automation scripts, testing automation processes
Industry UsageUsed across software, manufacturing, and industrial sectors for overseeing automation effortsPrimarily in software testing, manufacturing, and process automation roles

The main difference between a Lead Automation Engineer and an Automation Engineer lies in their responsibilities. The Lead Automation Engineer oversees automation projects, manages teams, and develops strategies, while the Automation Engineer focuses on creating and executing automation scripts and processes. Both roles require similar credentials but differ in scope and leadership responsibilities.

What is a Lead Automation Engineer?

A Lead Automation Engineer is a senior technical professional responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing automation systems in various industries, such as manufacturing or software development. They lead teams of engineers, set automation strategies, and ensure that automated processes operate efficiently and safely. Their role often involves coordinating with other departments to integrate automation solutions, troubleshooting complex systems, and mentoring junior engineers. Lead Automation Engineers play a crucial part in increasing productivity, reducing manual labor, and improving overall system performance.

What are some common challenges Lead Automation Engineers face when managing cross-functional projects?

Lead Automation Engineers often encounter challenges such as aligning automation goals with shifting business priorities, coordinating between software development and operations teams, and ensuring consistent communication across departments. Balancing technical responsibilities with leadership duties, such as mentoring junior engineers and managing project timelines, is also common. Successfully navigating these challenges requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and proactive stakeholder engagement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lead Automation Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead Automation Engineer, you need deep expertise in automation frameworks, scripting languages (such as Python or Java), and a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Selenium, Jenkins, Docker, and CI/CD systems, as well as relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB), is typically required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help you manage teams and collaborate across departments effectively. These skills ensure efficient automation processes, high-quality software releases, and cohesive teamwork within development environments.
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Infographic showing various Lead Automation Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,784 per year, or $59.5 per hour.

Lead Automation Engineer

Novelis Bay Minette Manufacturing Facility

Bay Minette, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Position Overview
Novelis is one of the world leaders in aluminum recycling and rolling and a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider. Driven by our purpose of shaping a sustainable world together, we work alongside our customers to provide innovative solutions to the aerospace, automotive, beverage packaging and specialty markets. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Novelis has approximately 13,000 employees in 32 operating facilities on 4 continents.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Novelis in Bay Minette has an exciting opportuntity for a Lead Automation Engineer. The incumbent for this position designs, develops, configures, and implements automated systems and processes to improve efficiency and productivity by automating machinery processes. A successful incumbent will analyze existing systems, identify areas for improvement, and create innovative solutions using advanced technologies and programming languages. They will also lead and participate in projects of moderate to high complexity or risk to design, modify, upgrade, maintain, or troubleshoot plant manufacturing equipment.
Responsibilities
  • Designs, develops, programs, simulates, and tests automated machinery to streamline manufacturing processes.
  • Uses design techniques to build automated systems such as: measurement functions, control functions, and actuators, etc.
  • Considers automation workflow, production layout, and safety measures when designing automated machinery processes.
  • Drafts and designs detailed documentation for design specifications and additional relevant documents. Adheres to international and local regulatory standards for design, process, and safety considerations.
  • Develops and defines control system applications for various machinery and equipment using technologies or platforms such as ladder logic programming for programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human machine interfaces (HMIs), data control systems (DCSs), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), computerized numerical control (CNC) systems or motion control technology.
  • Audits current equipment and automated processes to determine failure rates. Coordinates
  • quality control objectives and activities to resolve production problems, maximize product
  • reliability, and minimize cost.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate automation solutions, conduct testing and troubleshooting, and provide technical support and training to ensure successful implementation and operation of automated systems.
  • Responsible for the implementation, operation, and maintenance of instrument/electrical systems.
  • Checks control system schematics and specifications and uses software and testing
  • equipment to diagnose and resolve system malfunctions.
  • Creates preventative maintenance plans.
  • Provides guidance and mentorship to less experienced technologists and engineers.
  • Adhere to and support company quality, environmental, health & safety, and certification standards, including ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IATF 16949:2016, and ASI Certifications, where applicable.

Qualifications
  • University Degree and 12+ years related experience OR
  • Master's Degree and 8+ years related experience
  • Bachelor or Graduate degree from an Engineering program that allows engineering licensure

Military MOS Crosswalk could include but is not limited to:
Army
  • 53B - Systems Automation Engineering Officer
  • 255N - Network Management Technician
  • 26A - Network Systems Engineering

Navy
  • ET - Electronics Technician
  • CWT - Cyber Warfare Technician
  • FC - Fire Controlman

Air Force
  • 62E1C - Developmental Engineer, Computer Systems
  • 1D7X1 - Cyber Defense Operations
  • 1B4X1 - Cyber Warfare Operations

Marine Corps
  • 6469 -RTCASS Technician
  • 1721 - Cyberspace Warfare Operator
  • 5939 - Aviation Communication Systems Technician

Coast Guard
  • ET - Electronics Technician
  • AET - Avionics Electrical Technician

What We Offer
Novelis' benefits say a lot about how we care for each other! Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, driven in the marketplace, and affordable. These are a few of the benefits we offer to support you and your family's well-being:
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Health savings accounts - Company Funded Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
  • Company-paid basic life insurance and Additional voluntary life coverage
  • Paid vacation and competitive personal time off
  • 401(k) savings plan with company match
  • Retirement savings plans - medical and prescription drug coverage through private exchange
  • Employee assistance programs - available 24/7 to you and your family
  • Wellness and Work Life Support - career development and educational assistance

Location Profile
Novelis' newly announced Bay Minette facility will be located 35 miles northeast of Mobile AL and 45 miles west of Pensacola FL and is expected to create approximately 1000 high-paying advanced careers in modern manufacturing. This highly advanced rolling and recycling facility will be the first of its kind. It will primarily serve our customers in the beverage can and automotive markets. Novelis is committed to the community and will actively build partnerships in Baldwin County focused on recycling STEM education and workforce development. At Novelis we believe our culture of collaboration is our competitive advantage and we would love for you to consider building a career with us.
Novelis recognizes its talented and diverse workforce as a key competitive advantage. Novelis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All terms and conditions of employment at Novelis including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoffs recalls transfers leaves of absence compensation and training are without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal provincial or local laws.
Disclaimer
We encourage all potential candidates to follow the protocols below and to be diligent when sharing any personal information:
1. Check the job posting is live and valid via our careers page: Careers - Novelis
2. Verify any communication with us by contacting our talent team at Careers - Novelis

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