Senior Manager, Automation Engineering

Walmart; Wellford (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock purchase plan

Health insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Walmart is seeking a Senior Manager, Automation Engineering to lead development and scaling of computer vision and automation across Perishable Distribution Centers. The role focuses on WITRON systems, conveyors, pallet handling, and AS/RS technologies to improve reliability and throughput.

Location is Wellford, SC, onsite with relocation assistance available. The team designs and scales automation that reduces downtime and increases efficiency, partnering with operations, maintenance, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in an engineering field related to automation.
• Hands-on experience with industrial automation, controls, PLC programming, and troubleshooting.
• Experience integrating sensors, machine vision, encoders, and automation hardware in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, evaluation, and scaling of automation capabilities across automated distribution centers.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, reliability, and engineering teams to reduce downtime and boost throughput.
• Create and maintain controls documentation, electrical schematics, and commissioning packages.
• Integrate, commission, and optimize industrial devices including cameras and sensors.
• Drive reliability improvements and support next-generation automation solutions.

Skills

Industrial automation experience

PLC programming

Troubleshooting

Machine vision integration

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechatronics/Mechanical/Electrical/Controls/Robotics

Tools

Beckhoff EtherCAT

Allen-Bradley/Rockwell

Siemens PLCs

CAD (SolidWorks/AutoCAD)

Job description

1065 Fort Prince Blvd
Wellford, SC 29385-9756

R-2622036

$110,000 - $220,000/yr

Regular/ Permanent

Position Summary

The Senior Manager, Automation Engineering leads the development, evaluation, and scaling of emerging computer vision and automation capabilities across Walmart’s Perishable Distribution Centers, driving innovation, proof-of-concept validation, and next-generation solutions that enhance operational intelligence, reliability, and performance. Focus areas include WITRON systems, conveyors, pallet handling equipment, and AS/RS technologies. Working with engineering, operations, and product teams, this role delivers automation solutions that improve reliability, reduce downtime, and increase throughput across Walmart’s automated supply chain.
Location: Wellford, SC (Onsite)
Relocation Assistance: Available
Remote Work: Not available for this role
About the Team
The Perishable Automation Capabilities & Engineered Solutions team is shaping the future of automation across Walmart’s perishable supply chain. By blending automation, controls, machine vision, and data-driven insights, we design and scale solutions that improve reliability, boost throughput, and reduce manual effort in highly automated distribution centers. Working alongside operations, maintenance, technology, and industry partners, we turn innovative ideas into practical capabilities that keep the network moving smarter, faster, and more efficiently.

What You'll Do

• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot industrial controls logic supporting sensors, machine vision systems, and automated fault-correction mechanisms.
• Integrate, commission, and optimize industrial devices including cameras, photoeyes, encoders, actuators, and related automation hardware.
• Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, controls, and system-integration issues to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, reliability, and engineering teams to identify root causes, reduce downtime, and implement automation-driven process improvements.
• Create and maintain controls documentation, electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and commissioning packages.

What You’ll Bring

• Master’s or Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Robotics, or a related technical field.
• Hands-on experience with industrial automation, controls systems, PLC programming, and troubleshooting; Beckhoff/EtherCAT experience preferred, with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, or similar platforms also valued.
• Experience integrating industrial sensors, machine vision, encoders, servo systems, pneumatic actuators, and related technologies in automated manufacturing or material handling environments.
• Knowledge of electrical schematics, industrial wiring practices, NEC, NFPA 79, and CAD tools such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Experience supporting automated material handling, warehouse automation, robotics, or manufacturing systems; familiarity with WITRON, Dematic, Swisslog, Honeywell Intelligrated, Vanderlande, KNAPP, TGW, or similar platforms strongly preferred.

If you enjoy solving complex electromechanical problems, working hands-on with industrial automation, and building the next generation of supply chain technology, we'd love to hear from you.

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 :

- Stock

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

1065 FORT PRINCE BLVD, WELLFORD, SC 29385-9756, United States of AmericaWalmart 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.

Walmart is 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.

Benefits you’ll enjoy

Discount Card

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Walmart associates are eligible for a 10% discount card on most regular‑priced items and fresh produce in‑store and on select items at Walmart.com. Eligible after 90 days of employment.

Live Better U

100% covered

Earn a degree or in‑demand skills certificates with no debt- Walmart covers 100% of tuition and books. Live Better U offers 60+ programs for Associates to pursue their dreams.

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Medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs for you and your family

Access mental health resources and assistance programs for life’s challenges

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