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Position: Senior Automation Engineer

Job Location: 702 SW 8th St., Bentonville, AR 72712

Duties: Data and Digital Literacy: Leverages data analysis tools to explore moderately complex data, develops and tests hypotheses, uses data to influence strategic work, and builds and presents insights. Identifies, implements, and drives technology change within scope of work. Uses visualization tools to represent data and construct coherent stories to influence decisions. Process Flow Design: Interprets information to quantify the anticipated outcome of supply chain decisions. Describes the typical tasks associated with using and managing suppliers. Understands issues and considerations for inbound and outbound logistics. Describes basic logistical processes and subprocesses. Uses a variety of business process design tools and techniques. Examines, interprets, and explains workflow materials and documentation. Analyzes a process and associated business logic and offers recommendations based on analysis. Carries out business process design tasks with some supervision and coaching. Documents common obstacles and barriers for effective implementation. Continuous Improvement: Seeks help to implement ideas for process improvement for the group. Identifies the main processes for which the group is responsible. Demonstrates the ability to describe the interrelationships among elements of a system or process. Applies the concept of continuous improvement to identify opportunities for greater efficiency. Understands and explains principles of continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen. Engineering Economics: Describes the concepts behind engineering economics and the implications of financial data. Understands the drivers of cost. Identifies major types of financial data utilized by the organization. Explains how financial data is accessed and the types of information used in engineering. Understands how to develop a business case. Automation System Design: Identifies the areas for usage of automation machineries. Assesses tasks for automation potential. Obtains information about alternative automation solutions. Assists with analyzing space and cost requirements associated with machinery usage. Identifies issues and provides resolutions to problems related to automation machineries. Automation Integration: Identifies common issues and considerations for bringing a new automation design to a facility. Works with teams to measure and manage project performance. Documents implementation plans and estimates for projects. Documents project implementation meetings, particularly status reports on next steps. Participates in the development of technology interfaces and bridges. Works with existing interfaces and integration and migration plans within assigned area. Prepares integration tests. Measures and compares results with established test criteria. Telecommuting / working from home is permissible.

Minimum education and experience required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering or related field and 2 years of experience in engineering, supply chain, or related experience; OR 4 years of experience in engineering, supply chain, or related experience.

Skills required: Must have experience with: Data analysis using SQL for sizing new automation solutions; Using large amounts of data to create material flow diagrams in MS Excel; Designing new warehouse automation solutions in AutoCAD; Evaluating multiple SKU types to calculate overall packaging eligibility; Evaluating and recommending new automation technologies available on the market; Process planning and design; Evaluating new automation technologies for safety, maintenance and access as per OSHA regulations; Interfacing with external partners to develop and implement material handling solutions; Using Industrial Engineering and continuous improvement skills to improve overall automation systems uptime and processes; Project management including plan and execute multiple projects while managing cost, scope, and schedule; and Identification of common issues and considerations for integrating new automation equipment into facilities. Employer will accept any amount of experience with the required skills.

Salary Range: $130,957/year - 156,000/year. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance incentives. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include: Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location) and Stock equity incentives

Benefits: At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, education assistance with 100% company paid college degrees, company discounts, military service pay, adoption expense reimbursement, and more.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com.

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