(USA) Group Director, Automation Engineering- Fulfillment Innovation

Wal-Mart•Bentonville, AR

40d•Onsite

About The Position

The Group Director - Fulfillment Innovation, Automation Engineering will lead the future of autonomous transport and delivery at Walmart. In this role, you'll own the strategy and execution driving the roadmap for drones and autonomous vehicles that redefine last-mile delivery and transport across fulfillment operations. This role is at the heart of Walmart's transformation, blending cutting-edge technology with operational scale to deliver unparalleled convenience for millions of customers. This exciting opportunity will put you at the forefront of autonomy in retail logistics, shaping industry standards and influencing global innovation. You'll work closely with Walmart's Last Mile Delivery team, Fulfillment Transformation, Tech & Product teams, Supply Chain Operations, and external technology partners to bring bold ideas to life. The position is based in Bentonville, AR and reports to the SVP, Fulfillment Innovation. You'll sweep us off our feet if… You have deep expertise in autonomous systems, including drones and self-driving vehicles, and understand the regulatory and safety landscape. Proven ability to scale emerging technologies from pilot to enterprise-level deployment. Strong collaboration and leadership skills, with experience influencing cross-functional teams and external partners. Strategic thinker who can translate innovation into operational excellence. Advanced degree in Engineering, Automation, and/or Robotics preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field and 8 years' experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area.
10 years' experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area.
6 years' supervisory experience.

Nice To Haves

Doctorate: Computer Engineering
Masters: Computer Engineering

Responsibilities

Defining Walmart's strategy for autonomous transport and delivery.
Leading pilots and commercialization efforts, ensuring seamless integration into Walmart's routing and delivery network.
Driving regulatory engagement and safety compliance, setting benchmarks for industry-leading standards.
Partnering with Walmart's Last Mile Delivery team and external tech innovators to accelerate adoption.
Championing innovation to enhance speed, cost efficiency, and customer experience in last-mile delivery.

Benefits

competitive pay
incentive awards for your performance
401(k) match
stock purchase plan
paid maternity and parental leave
PTO
multiple health plans
medical, vision and dental coverage
401(k)
stock purchase
company-paid life insurance
PTO (including sick leave)
parental leave
family care leave
bereavement
jury duty
voting
short-term and long-term disability
company discounts
Military Leave Pay
adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
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