How much does a Automation Engineering Manager make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Automation Engineering Manager in the United States is $86 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $78 and $101. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Automation Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Automation Engineering Manager Salary $70 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Automation Engineering Manager Salary $78 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Automation Engineering Manager Salary $86 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Automation Engineering Manager Salary $101 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Automation Engineering Manager Salary $115 US March 26, 2024
25% $78 10% $70 90% $115 75% $101 $86 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Automation Engineering Manager develops technical designs, process diagrams, SCADA block diagrams, and control schematics to implement automation controls. Manages the design, installation, optimization, and enhancement of electronic control systems and instruments to automate and monitor industrial processes. Being a Automation Engineering Manager models, tests, and measures output and data to analyze performance or quality issues and develop solutions. Configures systems using PLC and HMI techniques. In addition, Automation Engineering Manager oversees and coordinates project resources for system start-ups, maintenance and upgrades. Ensures that instrument data sheets, wiring designs, drawings, and plans are documented. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to a director. The Automation Engineering Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as a Automation Engineering Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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