Automation Engineer I

Brotherhood Mutual; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company seeks an Automation Engineer I to contribute to development and deployment of automation solutions using UiPath, Visual Basic, and C#. The role supports AI-driven automations and APIs for business process improvement.

Responsibilities include building automation using UiPath, integrating APIs with JSON, collaborating with senior engineers, and participating in testing to ensure robust solutions.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with at least one programming language such as Visual Basic, C#, or Python.
• Basic understanding of API concepts and JSON.
• Desire to learn AI and ML technologies for automation.
• Strong analytical capacity and attention to detail.
• Team player with ability to collaborate with senior members.
• Effective interface with Brotherhood employees and department staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing automation solutions using UiPath, VB, and C#.
• Help create and maintain APIs with hands-on JSON experience.
• Collaborate with seniors to implement AI-driven automations.
• Participate in testing to ensure reliable automations.
• Continuously upgrade skills with automation tools and AI tech.
• Support automation development projects and initiatives.
• Participate in code reviews and follow development standards.
• Complete other projects as assigned.

Skills

Visual Basic

C#

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

UiPath

APIs & JSON

Job description

Job Title: Automation Engineer I

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Family: IT - Process Optimization

Department: IT - Process Optimization

Location: Corporate Office (Fort Wayne, IN)

JOB SUMMARY

Participates in the development and implementation of automation solutions using diverse toolsets including UiPath, Visual Basic, and C#. Assists in creating AI-driven automations and APIs to support business process improvement initiatives.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Assist in developing automation solutions using UiPath’s Business Automation Platform, Visual Basic, and C#.
• Help create and maintain APIs with hands‑on experience in JSON and modern API development practices.
• Collaborate with senior team members to implement AI-driven automations, including traditional ML models for document understanding and LLMs for advanced processes.
• Participate in testing phases, ensuring automations work effectively and adapt to changing conditions.
• Continuously enhance skills through training and hands‑on experience with automation tools and AI technologies.
• Work closely with team members to support automation development projects and initiatives.
• Participate in code reviews and follow established development standards and best practices.
• Complete other projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must possess familiarity with at least one programming language such as Visual Basic, C#, or Python.
• Must exhibit basic understanding of API concepts and JSON.
• Must possess eagerness to learn AI and machine learning technologies and their applications in business automation.
• Strong analytical capacity and detail orientation with ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Proven ability to work in a team‑oriented environment and collaborate effectively with senior team members.
• Effectively interface with external contacts, Brotherhood employees, managers, and department staff members.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or related field.
• One to two years of experience in software development or automation technologies.
• Basic understanding of automation concepts and development practices.
• Working knowledge of insurance or financial industry is desired.
• Experience with or certification in UiPath or similar automation platforms is preferred.
• Experience with AI or machine learning projects, even in academic setting, is preferred.

Terms and Conditions

This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Because the company’s niche is the church and related ministries market, and because effective service requires a thorough understanding of this market, persons in this position must be familiar with church operations and must conduct themselves in a manner that will neither alienate nor offend persons within this target niche.

Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this position description in any way the company desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This position description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at‑will”.