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Gyansys

RFID Engineer

Tracy, CA · On-site

Tracy, CA / Gloucester, MA (Onsite) Experience: 5+ Years GyanSys is looking for an experienced RFID & Warehouse Physical Automation Engineer to support warehouse automation, smart logistics, and ...

B Capital

Sr Controls & Automation Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

... of logistics automation. We are seeking a highly technical, hands‑on Controls & Automation ... Engineer to serve as a lead systems architect within our core innovation team. In this role, you ...

Csat Solutions

$80 - $100/hr

... reverse logistics, material handling, testing, and warehouse operations. * Provide engineering ... Analyze automation performance and downtime data to identify bottlenecks, recurring failures ...

Csat Solutions

Automation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

... reverse logistics, material handling, testing, and warehouse operations. * Provide engineering ... Analyze automation performance and downtime data to identify bottlenecks, recurring failures ...

CSAT Solutions

Automation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... reverse logistics, material handling, testing, and warehouse operations. * Provide engineering ... Analyze automation performance and downtime data to identify bottlenecks, recurring failures ...

Capstone Logistics

Automation Engineer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

The Automation Engineer is responsible for supporting the deployment, integration, and ongoing ... or logistics environments. * Hands-on experience supporting automated material handling, robotics ...

CSAT Solutions

Automation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... reverse logistics, material handling, testing, and warehouse operations. * Provide engineering ... Analyze automation performance and downtime data to identify bottlenecks, recurring failures ...

CSAT Solutions LP

Automation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... reverse logistics, material handling, testing, and warehouse operations. * Provide engineering ... Analyze automation performance and downtime data to identify bottlenecks, recurring failures ...

CSAT Solutions

Automation Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

... reverse logistics, material handling, testing, and warehouse operations. * Provide engineering ... Analyze automation performance and downtime data to identify bottlenecks, recurring failures ...

Capstone Logistics

Automation Engineer

Byhalia, MS · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Automation Engineer Byhalia, MS Salary $85,000 - $95,000 Yearly JOB SUMMARY: The Automation ... or logistics environments. * Hands-on experience supporting automated material handling, robotics ...

SwiftX Inc.

Automation Equipment Engineer

Ontario, CA · On-site

Associate's degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering , or a related technical field. * Experience ...

Power Design

Automation Engineer

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

Automation Engineer - Distribution About the Position Power Design Inc. is a $1.4B national design ... Our DC, warehouse, and logistics operations are scaling faster than manual operations can support.

ATS Automation

Automation Engineer

Lewis Center, OH

Support the design, logistics, integration, and operation of automated packaging lines interfacing ... Apply engineering principles and practices across automation, controls, robotics, and integrated ...

Capstone Logistics

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Industrial Automation Engineer

Byhalia, MS · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Automation Engineer Byhalia, MS Salary $85,000 - $95,000 Yearly JOB SUMMARY: The Automation ... Our integrated, end-to-end logistics solutions uniquely position us to help partners reduce ...

Capstone Logistics

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Industrial Automation Engineer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$85K - $95K/yr

Automation Engineer Tulsa, OK (open to those willing to relocate to area) Salary $85,000 - $95,000 ... Our integrated, end-to-end logistics solutions uniquely position us to help partners reduce ...

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How much do logistic automation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for logistic automation engineer in the United States is $107,126.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,500.00 and $123,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Logistic Automation Engineer vs Supply Chain Analyst?

AspectLogistic Automation EngineerSupply Chain Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, Logistics, or related field; certifications in automation or logistics systemsBachelor's in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field; certifications in supply chain or data analysis
Work EnvironmentDesigning, implementing, and maintaining automation systems in warehouses or distribution centersAnalyzing supply chain data, optimizing processes, and reporting on logistics performance
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, warehousing, logistics companiesRetail, manufacturing, consulting firms

While both roles focus on logistics, a Logistic Automation Engineer specializes in automation systems and technology implementation, whereas a Supply Chain Analyst concentrates on data analysis and process optimization within the supply chain. The roles often collaborate but serve different functions within logistics operations.

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Infographic showing various Logistic Automation Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,126 per year, or $51.5 per hour.

Logistics Automation Engineer

East Peoria, IL • On-site

Caterpillar
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Designs, implements, integrates, and improves automated logistics solutions for material handling systems.

  • Leads automation projects from concept through installation, testing, commissioning, and operational handoff.

  • Analyzes operational data and develops automation concepts to optimize logistics processes and system performance.

Caterpillar Inc. rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 489 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

273rd of 499 rated machine equipment manufacturers

Job description

Career Area:
Supply Chain and Logistics
Job Description:
Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.
When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here - we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.
Logistics Automation Engineer
Location: East Peoria , Illinois
Travel: Up to 10%
Relocation Assistance: Available
Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
Job Summary
As a Logistics Automation Engineer you will design, implements, integrates, and continuously improves automated logistics solutions that enhance safety, material availability, operational efficiency, capacity, quality, and cost performance. This position supports automated material handling systems throughout their lifecycle-from opportunity identification and business-case development through installation, commissioning, operational handoff, and sustained performance.
Key Responsibilities
  • Identifies, evaluates, and implements logistics automation solutions for material movement, storage, picking, replenishment, and point-of-use delivery using technologies such as AGVs, AMRs, ASRS, VLMs, robotics, machine vision, RFID, and conveyance systems.
  • Analyzes operational data, material flow, capacity, labor, and production requirements to develop automation concepts and validate solutions with vendors.
  • Develops equipment specifications, process flows, layouts, capacity models, risk assessments, business cases, and project requirements.
  • Leads automation projects from concept through vendor selection, design, installation, testing, commissioning, validation, and operational handoff.
  • Integrates automation systems with warehouse, manufacturing, ERP, and fleet-management platforms.
  • Ensures compliance with safety, ergonomic, and risk-management standards while monitoring system performance, troubleshooting issues, and driving continuous improvement.
  • Develops standard work, training, maintenance expectations, documentation, and operational support processes.
  • Manages multiple projects, communicates progress and risks to stakeholders, and evaluates emerging automation technologies for manufacturing logistics operations.

Preferred Background
  • Experience in manufacturing logistics, warehouse operations, material flow, or supply chain engineering.
  • Experience implementing logistics automation technologies, including AGVs, AMRs, ASRS, VLMs, robotics, conveyance, and automated identification systems.
  • Knowledge of integrated operational systems, including ERP, WMS, MES, fleet-management platforms, APIs, and automated equipment controls.
  • Experience developing automation requirements, layouts, process flows, business cases, and implementation plans.
  • Understanding of Lean principles, capacity planning, root-cause analysis, standard work, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Strong analytical skills with experience using Excel, Power BI, SQL, or similar data-analysis tools.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional projects involving operations, engineering, IT, safety, facilities, procurement, and external suppliers.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
  • Strong communication, project management, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Skills You Will Have
Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
Data Gathering & Analysis: Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to collect and synthesize data from a variety of stakeholders and sources in an objective manner to reach a conclusion, goal, or judgment.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking: Knowledge of the decision-making process and associated tools and techniques; ability to accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment.
Flexibility and Adaptability: Knowledge of successful approaches and techniques for dealing with change; ability to adapt to a changing environment and be comfortable with change.
Planning and Organizing: Knowledge of the process of planning and arranging tasks and resources; ability to plan and organize both time and resources to get things completed while structuring and maintaining work in a systematic and highly methodical way.
Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
Process Management: Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand, monitor, update, control, or enhance existing business or work processes.
Supply Chain Management - MFG: Knowledge of functions, principles and techniques used in supply chain management; ability to develop and use, strategies, practices and tools for controlling the logistical processes.
Summary Pay Range:
$97,530.00 - $146,290.00
Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, job level, market location, job-related knowledge, skills, individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.
Benefits:
Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits*
  • Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holidays, Volunteer, etc.)*
  • 401(k) savings plans*
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)*
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*
  • Health Lifestyle Programs*
  • Employee Assistance Program*
  • Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*
  • Career Development*
  • Incentive bonus*
  • Disability benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Adoption benefits
  • Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees
Posting Dates:
August 26, 2026 - September 8, 2026
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.
Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.
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