(USA) Senior Manager, Automation Engineering

Position Summary...

The Senior Manager, Automation Engineering leads the design, integration, and continuous improvement of automation systems to enhance operational efficiency. This role leverages data analysis and advanced engineering principles to develop innovative solutions, drive process improvements, and support strategic business objectives. The position requires effective communication across teams and stakeholders to influence decisions and ensure successful project execution. The Senior Manager also oversees financial evaluations and talent development initiatives, fostering a culture of operational excellence and collaboration within the organization.
About the team:
Our team designs automation systems that drive Walmart’s eCommerce fulfillment centers, creating scalable solutions to enhance capacity, productivity, reliability, and customer experience while optimizing capital investment. We operate with agility and collaboration, excelling in complex problem-solving and transforming innovative ideas into practical engineering designs. Partnering across Operations, Technology, Finance, and other areas, we shape the future of Walmart’s fulfillment network. Guided by Walmart’s core values, we support one another, make data-driven decisions, prioritize the customer, and continuously strive for operational excellence and innovation.

What you'll do...

• Lead the design, development, and integration of automation systems to enhance operational efficiency and process improvement.
• Utilize data analysis tools to interpret complex data, develop insights, and influence strategic decisions.
• Manage projects by planning, estimating, organizing, and monitoring progress to ensure timely delivery and alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to identify automation opportunities and resolve technical challenges related to machinery and system integration.
• Develop and maintain documentation, including implementation plans, test criteria, and status reports.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing workflows and recommending optimized processes.
• Provide financial analysis to evaluate automation investments and ensure return on investment.

What you'll bring...

• Proven expertise in automation system design, integration, and troubleshooting within complex operational environments.
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to leverage tools for hypothesis testing, visualization, and strategic insight development.
• Demonstrated project management experience, including risk identification, contingency planning, and stakeholder communication.
• Proficiency in process improvement methodologies and operational excellence principles to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Solid understanding of engineering economics, financial data analysis, and business case development for automation investments.
• Effective communication skills to influence cross-functional teams and present complex information clearly.
• Experience with CAD and mechatronics concepts relevant to automation machinery and control systems.

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, see https://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, see One.Walmart.
The annual salary range for this position is $110,000.00 - $220,000.00 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 a related field and 4 years’ experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area. Option 2: 6
years’ experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area.
2 years’ supervisory experience.

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...

805 Respect, Bentonville, AR 72716, 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.