(USA) Manager, Automation Engineering at Walmart

Bentonville, Arkansas, United States

Walmart Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Logistics, E-commerceIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain, or related technical field, or equivalent experience
  • 1–3 years of experience in automation, fulfillment, industrial, or process engineering (academic or internship experience considered)
  • Working knowledge of automation systems (e.g., conveyors, robotics, AS/RS) and process mapping tools
  • Proficiency with Excel, Power BI, or other data visualization tools; familiarity with SQL or Python is a plus
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across technical and operational teams
  • Willingness to travel up to 40–50% to support site deployments and testing activities

Responsibilities

  • Design and improve fulfillment workflows that integrate automation technologies across store-based operations
  • Document and maintain process standards, layouts, and operating procedures to support efficient and repeatable deployments
  • Support cross-functional implementation by working closely with Engineering, Product, Operations, and Vendor teams to coordinate activities, track milestones, and resolve operational issues
  • Collect and analyze data to identify process inefficiencies, measure performance, and support continuous improvement efforts
  • Lead pilot testing and support launch activities, ensuring automation systems meet safety, performance, and operational requirements
  • Contribute to the development of tools and playbooks that help standardize best practices across multiple store fulfillment environments
  • Assist with system validation and process troubleshooting, ensuring automation integrates seamlessly with store operations

Skills

Automation Engineering
Process Engineering
Fulfillment Workflows
Layout Design
Proof of Concepts
Pilot Testing
Data Analysis
Process Improvement
Cross-Functional Collaboration
System Validation
Troubleshooting

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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