Automation Engineering Lead - On-Site, Large-Scale Warehouse

Walmart Inc.; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

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Job summary

Walmart Inc. seeks an on-site Manager, Automation Engineering in Mebane, NC to lead the implementation and launch of a large-scale automated warehouse. You will own site execution, manage scope, schedule, budget, and work with operations, Global Tech, vendors, and contractors to ensure readiness.

The role blends engineering, project management, and hands-on problem-solving, with travel about 10% and a focus on delivering safe, high-quality installations at scale.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Own site implementation and launch: Lead on-site engineering execution for automated warehousedelivery and operational readiness.
• Manages scope, schedule, budget, and quality: Track milestones, risks, and execution standards.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams: Partner with Operations, construction, Global Tech, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Interpret technical documentation: Review drawings, layouts, specifications, and engineering documents.
• Support automation systems: Build expertise in automation, warehouse, and buildings systems.
• Drive execution excellence: Identify risks, solve problems, maintain accountability, and ensure quality.
• Communicate effectively: Provide updates and maintain alignment throughout implementation and launch.

Skills

Engineering experience

Technical project management

Automation

Operations

Stakeholder coordination

Budget management

On-site execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

4 years’ engineering/supply chain experience

Job description

Walmart Inc. seeks an on-site Manager, Automation Engineering in Mebane, NC to lead the implementation and launch of a large-scale automated warehouse. You will own site execution, manage scope, schedule, budget, and work with operations, Global Tech, vendors, and contractors to ensure readiness.

The role blends engineering, project management, and hands-on problem-solving, with travel about 10% and a focus on delivering safe, high-quality installations at scale.