Automation Engineer
Design and implement computer and information networks, such as local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), intranets, extranets, and other data communications networks. Perform network modeling, analysis, and planning, including analysis of capacity needs for network infrastructures. May also design network and computer security measures. May research and recommend network and data communications hardware and software.
At a Glance
Automation Engineer earns an average of $86,000/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 4.2–5.8 years. Top skills: Automation, Java (Programming Language), Troubleshooting (Problem Solving).
$86,000/yr
Bachelor's degree
4.2–5.8 years
12
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Computer Network Architects
Median Wage
$130,390/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+11.9%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (24)
Automation
Java (Programming Language)
Systems Engineering
Python (Programming Language)
Agile Methodology
Selenium (Software)
JavaScript (Programming Language)
Test Automation
C (Programming Language)
Project Management
Human Machine Interfaces
Ruby (Programming Language)
Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Amazon Web Services
Continuous Improvement Process
Systems Design
Technical Support
PHP (Scripting Language)
Computer Science
Scripting
Programmable Logic Controllers
HyperText Markup Language (HTML)
Electrical Engineering
Virtualization
Common Skills (6)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Communication
Management
Detail Oriented
Computer Literacy
Leadership
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