Manager, Automation Engineer

Walmart

Quick summary

Work type: On-site
Location: Bentonville, AR
Salary: $90,000–$180,000 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Closes: Jul 7, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $167k

This role $135k

$77k most similar roles pay here $208k

This role pays less than 78% of similar roles. Most pay $139,762–$195,110 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $135k versus about $167k for comparable roles.

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About Walmart

Walmart Inc. is the world''s largest retailer by revenue, operating a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, as well as a growing e-commerce presence through Walmart.com. Industry: General Merchandise & Grocery Retail

Walmart currently has 292 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $110,000–$220,000 across 284 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Manager, Automation Engineer

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As a Manager in Automation Engineering at a leading logistics company, you will lead and support operational functions within your unit, ensuring alignment with enterprise strategy. Your day-to-day involves leveraging data analysis tools to explore complex datasets, develop hypotheses, and present insights that influence strategic decisions. You will drive technology change by implementing automation solutions and using visualization tools to construct compelling narratives for decision-makers. Key responsibilities include updating CAD drawings, assessing tasks for automation potential, and analyzing space and cost requirements for machinery usage. You must have experience with SQL queries, supply chain process flows, data analysis, Tableau, Kaizen methodologies, financial metrics like IRR and ROI, and project management techniques such as the Critical Path Method. This role requires a Master’s degree or equivalent in Engineering or related field, along with 2 years of relevant experience.

Skills

SQL Tableau Kaizen 5S Six Sigma Excel Critical Path Method IRR ROI Project Management Supply Chain Automation Inventory Systems Warehouse Design Make or Buy Decisions

What you'll do

Implements and drives technology change within assigned scope.
Uses data analysis tools to develop hypotheses and influence strategic decisions.
Updates CAD drawings based on requirements for automation projects.
Identifies tasks with potential for automation in supply chain processes.
Assists in detailed project planning, including costs and resource requirements.

What we're looking for

Master's degree in Engineering or related field; or Bachelor's and 2 years of relevant experience.
Experience designing supply chain process flows and automations.
Proficiency in SQL for data analysis and Tableau for visualization.
Knowledge of Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma to improve operational efficiency.
Ability to calculate IRR and ROI for financial decision-making.
Experience with project management using Critical Path Method.
Skills in developing inventory systems and stocking strategies.