What is an automation application engineer and how to become one

Key steps to become an automation application engineer

1. Explore automation application engineer education requirements

   Most common automation application engineer degrees

   Bachelor's

   80.9 %

   Associate

   10.6 %

   Master's

   6.4 %

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2. Start to develop specific automation application engineer skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Technical Support	18.71%
   JavaScript	16.36%
   Windows	14.00%
   HVAC	6.68%
   PLC	6.41%

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3. Complete relevant automation application engineer training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New automation application engineers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as an automation application engineer based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real automation application engineer resumes.

4. Research automation application engineer duties and responsibilities

   • Manage key engineering projects, including automation system update, security system founding, ISO system establishment.
   • Manage PowerShell deployment automation code to accommodate complex project requirements and fixes.
   • Deliver a fully functional customer facing J2EE application while managing a team of developers.
   • Coordinate the PLC and MMI/MIS software programs for different jobs.

5. Apply for automation application engineer jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for an automation application engineer job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams