Director, Automation Engineering

Wal-Mart Stores East•Bentonville, AR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director, Automation Engineering, is responsible for program development and leading Site Engineers in our Automated Grocery Distribution Centers. This leader owns strategy, systems development, process lifecycle management, and capital planning associated with automation systems and related infrastructure. This role requires a combination of engineering expertise, continuous improvement knowledge, data visualization and simulation experience, financial acumen, and executive leadership. The ideal candidate has experience operating at the intersection of industrial equipment, alternative energy, infrastructure ownership, supply chain operations, and large-scale commercial partnerships. The Director partners closely with Reliability, Engineering, Operations, Finance, Legal, Product, Energy, and external suppliers to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and scalable power solutions that support network growth and operational excellence. Our team improves and scales advanced automation, robotics, simulation, and process solutions that enhance Walmart’s supply chain through engineering excellence and innovation. We leverage data analysis, strategic roadmaps, and process improvement to deliver measurable business impact. Collaborating across functions, we design and implement automation systems that optimize operations and drive value creation. The team emphasizes project management, systems design, and continuous improvement to support long-term automation goals. Together, we transform complex challenges into efficient, scalable solutions that advance Walmart’s operational capabilities and supply chain performance.

Requirements

Extensive experience in automation engineering, including system design, integration, and implementation within supply chain environments.
Strong proficiency in data analysis and visualization to develop insights that influence strategic decisions.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects, manage risks, and deliver measurable business value.
Expertise in process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies to optimize workflows.
Solid business acumen with experience building strategic roadmaps and conducting financial analyses for automation initiatives.
Effective communication and influencing skills to collaborate across functions and drive technology adoption.
Knowledge of mechatronics and programmable logic controllers to support advanced automation solutions.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and 5 years’ experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area OR 7 years’ experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area.
3 years’ supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate: Computer Engineering
Masters: Computer Engineering

Responsibilities

Lead the continuous improvement of advanced automation systems to optimize supply chain processes.
Utilize data analysis and visualization tools to develop insights that influence strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement.
Manage cross-functional teams and projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and timely delivery of automation initiatives.
Conduct cost-benefit analyses and oversee financial evaluations to ensure return on investment and operational excellence.
Develop and communicate strategic roadmaps for automation engineering, fostering collaboration across departments and external partners.
Identify risks, create contingency plans, and monitor project performance to achieve value creation and process enhancements.

Benefits

Medical coverage
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
401(k)
Stock purchase
Company-paid life insurance
PTO (including sick leave)
Parental leave
Family care leave
Bereavement
Jury duty
Voting leave
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Company discounts
Military Leave Pay
Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Live Better U (Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates)