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Average Early-Career Automation Engineer with Test Automation Skills Salary in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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$57,000
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Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$50k
MEDIAN
$57k
75%
$65k

The average salary for an Automation Engineer is $57,000 in 2025

Base Salary
$50k - $65k
Bonus
$0 - $7k
Total Pay
$57k - $67k
Based on 6 salary profiles (last updated Nov 25 2018)
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What Do Automation Engineers Do?

Automation Engineer Tasks
  • Develop, deploy, and manage automation at production facilities.
  • Resolve supply chain, software, and warranty issues.
  • Manage operational activities and partnerships to ensure secure supply chain.
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Common Health Benefits for a Automation Engineer

Medical
100%
Dental
86%
Vision
86%

Gender Breakdown for Automation Engineers

Male
85.7%
Female
14.3%
This data is based on 7 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Automation Engineers

What is the highest pay for Automation Engineers in Pittsburgh?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Automation Engineer in Pittsburgh is $NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Automation Engineers in Pittsburgh?

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How can Automation Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Automation Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Automation Engineer that oversees more junior Automation Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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