(USA) Manager, Automation Engineering

Walmart

🇺🇸 United States
On-site
Manager or above
1 day ago

System Design
Lean Six Sigma
Kaizen
AutoCAD

Pension

1 day ago

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Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Role summary:
The (USA) Manager, Automation Engineering leads the design, integration, and continuous improvement of automation systems within supply chain operations. This role leverages data analysis and advanced analytics to drive technology adoption, optimize processes, and enhance operational efficiency. The manager oversees project planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration while ensuring alignment with business objectives. By applying engineering economics and process flow expertise, this position supports strategic decision-making and fosters a culture of operational excellence and innovation across teams.
About the team:
The team leads the installation, commissioning, and launch of advanced Automated Distribution Centers, including the largest facility in Belvidere, IL, enhancing operational capacity. Utilizing data analysis, automation, and project management, the group drives continuous improvement and operational excellence. Collaborating across functions, members manage complex automation integration projects, ensuring efficient processes and technology adoption. The team contributes to process design, performance measurement, and stakeholder communication, supporting strategic goals through innovation and effective execution. This collaborative environment fosters the application of advanced analytics, automation controls, and project implementation to deliver impactful results.
What you'll do:

Lead automation engineering projects by planning, estimating, and managing timelines, costs, and resources.
Analyze data and develop insights to influence strategic decisions and continuous improvement initiatives.
Design, test, and implement automation systems, ensuring integration with existing technologies and operational requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and resolve technical challenges.
Document project status, prepare reports, and communicate progress to stakeholders clearly and concisely.
Support process flow design and optimize supply chain operations through effective automation solutions.
Mentor team members and contribute to talent development within the engineering group.

What you'll bring:

Proven experience in automation engineering and project management within complex operational environments.
Strong proficiency in data analysis and advanced analytics to drive informed decision-making.
Expertise in automation system design, integration, and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen.
Ability to develop and present clear, data-driven insights and business cases to influence stakeholders.
Skilled in managing multiple projects, timelines, and resources effectively.
Knowledge of industrial automation controls, AutoCAD, and dashboard reporting tools.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate across teams and support technology implementation.

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more. You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, seehttps://one.walmart.com/notices. Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.
For information about benefits and eligibility, seeOne.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 2 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area. Option 2: 4 years’
experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Masters: Computer Engineering

Primary Location...

1576 CROSSLINK PKWY, BELVIDERE, IL 61008-6312, United States of America

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.

(USA) Manager, Automation Engineering · Walmart

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