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Visa

Director, Automation and Reporting

Austin, TX · On-site

$153K/yr

Visa's Technology Management organization is seeking an experienced Director of Automation and ... Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and present operational metrics, program-level ...

Visa

Director, Automation and Reporting

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$153K/yr

Visa's Technology Management organization is seeking an experienced Director of Automation and ... Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and present operational metrics, program-level ...

CFS

Senior Director

Downers Grove, IL

... automation, and systems modernization. Why Consider This Opportunity as the Sr. Director, Financial Operations? * High-visibility role with direct exposure to executive leadership * Opportunity to ...

Visa

Senior Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The Senior Director will identify high-value use cases for automation and agentification that ... unlock meaningful scale across VCA, balancing innovation with practicality and alignment to the ...

Visa

Senior Director

Atlanta, GA

The Senior Director will identify highvalue use cases for automation and agentification that unlock meaningful scale across VCA, balancing innovation with practicality and alignment to the broader ...

Visa

Senior Director

Ashburn, VA

The Senior Director will identify highvalue use cases for automation and agentification that unlock meaningful scale across VCA, balancing innovation with practicality and alignment to the broader ...

Kiongroup

Senior Director, Flexible Automation

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

$175K - $250K/yr

Serve as a senior escalation and executive sponsor for key customers and internal stakeholders, driving issue resolution and ensuring Flexible Automation engagements deliver consistent results ...

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How much do senior director automation jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior director automation in the United States is $121,854.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $136,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Senior Director of Automation do?

A Senior Director of Automation leads the strategy, development, and implementation of automation initiatives across an organization. They are responsible for identifying opportunities to streamline processes, reduce manual work, and increase operational efficiency using technologies such as robotics, artificial intelligence, and process automation tools. This role involves cross-functional collaboration, managing teams, and ensuring that automation aligns with business goals. Senior Directors of Automation also stay current with technological advancements and ensure the organization remains competitive.

What are some common challenges faced by a Senior Director of Automation when implementing new automation technologies across large organizations?

A Senior Director of Automation often encounters challenges such as aligning automation strategies with overall business goals, managing change resistance among teams, and integrating new technologies with legacy systems. Ensuring robust collaboration between IT, operations, and business units is crucial for successful implementation. Additionally, balancing the need for rapid deployment with maintaining quality and compliance standards can be a significant hurdle. Addressing these challenges requires strong leadership, clear communication, and a proactive approach to stakeholder management.

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

To thrive as a Senior Director Automation, you need deep expertise in automation technologies, process optimization, and strategic leadership, typically supported by a degree in engineering or a related field and significant management experience. Familiarity with automation platforms (like UiPath or Automation Anywhere), project management tools, and relevant certifications such as PMP or Six Sigma is highly beneficial. Exceptional communication, change management, and cross-functional collaboration skills distinguish top performers in this role. These abilities are crucial for driving large-scale automation initiatives that improve operational efficiency and support organizational growth.

Senior Director, Automation and Electrical Engineering

50092 Heidelberg Materials US, Inc.

Duncanville, TX • On-site

$94K - $124K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Line of Business: Service & Support

About Us

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Provide strategic leadership for North American automation, optimization systems, and electrical engineering initiatives across aggregates and asphalt operations

  • Drive Best Value Design (BVD) outcomes and identify optimization opportunities across sites

  • Partner closely with Area CCA, country leadership, HDigital, and project teams to plan and prioritize initiatives

  • Lead Support execution of automation and electrical engineering projects across multiple functions, including ESH, procurement, engineering, and construction

  • Deliver expert-level technical guidance on automation and optimization systems across North America

  • Strengthen collaboration and stakeholder alignment, including leadership of OT/IT integration efforts

  • Support coordinated CCA engineering and performance improvement activities across aggregates, asphalt, and limited ready-mix concrete operations

  • Ensure consistent engineering standards, scalability, and performance improvements across all supported operations

  • Deliver the Aggregates Remote Optimization Centre (AROC) solution across North America

What Are We Looking For

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Automation or Electrical Engineering with 10+ years of relevant industrial engineering experience, ideally within aggregates, mining, asphalt, or RMC

  • Strong project management expertise delivering automation, system implementation and electrical engineering initiatives across multiple locations and scales

  • Advanced technical knowledge in plant automation, PLC systems (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley), SCADA, process control, and electrical distribution systems

  • Working knowledge of IT/OT integration including network architecture, industrial protocols (MQTT, Modbus, OPC-UA), cybersecurity, and Windows server environments

  • Hands-on experience with automation tools and platforms (Ignition 8.1, Opto 22, RedLion, SQL databases, IIoT systems) and data tools (e.g., Python, Tableau, advanced spreadsheets)

  • Proven ability to build relationships globally, navigate multicultural environments, communicate effectively, and travel internationally as needed

Work Environment

  • Combination of office and industrial plant settings

  • Regular interaction with operations, maintenance, digital and engineering teams

  • Will require travel up to 50% to support multiple sites across the region

  • Dynamic environment focused on safety, performance, and collaboration

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions

  • Highly competitive benefits programs, including:

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits

    • Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

    • AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance

    • Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

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