Position Summary...
What you'll do...
Manager, Automation Engineering (Offline Design – Symbotic)
Req #: R-2463526 Location: Bentonville, AR (with ~20% travel, up to 50% as needed)
About the Role
Walmart is undergoing a large-scale transformation of its supply chain network, modernizing 40+ year-old legacy distribution systems into next-generation automated facilities. As part of this evolution, the Manager, Automation Engineering (Offline Design) will play a critical role in supporting the integration of Symbotic automation within ambient distribution centers.
While Symbotic powers highly automated robotic systems, this role focuses on the “offline” infrastructure—retrofitting existing, live facilities to align with new automation technologies. This includes reimagining physical layouts, optimizing racking systems, and coordinating complex construction efforts while operations continue uninterrupted.
What You’ll Do
Program Leadership & Execution
- Lead end-to-end racking design and implementation programs across large-scale distribution centers
- Serve as the program lead for racking initiatives, managing scope, timelines, and delivery
- Oversee vendor relationships, contract execution, and project performance
Design & Infrastructure Optimization
- Redesign and optimize pallet racking systems, including vertical expansion to maximize storage capacity
- Support facility retrofits, including removal of outdated infrastructure and integration of new layouts
- Partner with engineering and operations teams to ensure alignment between automated (Symbotic) and non-automated workflows
Construction & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Coordinate with construction partners, vendors, and internal stakeholders to execute complex, multi-phase projects
- Manage multiple concurrent projects within active, operational facilities
- Identify risks, resolve issues, and adapt plans in real time
Data, Process & Continuous Improvement
- Leverage data and analytics to inform design decisions and improve operational efficiency
- Analyze workflows and recommend process improvements using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen
- Contribute to business cases and project planning, including cost, schedule, and resource requirements
Automation Integration
- Support integration of automation systems into existing facilities
- Assist in evaluating automation opportunities, space requirements, and system performance
- Partner with teams to track implementation progress and ensure successful deployment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in supply chain, warehouse, or distribution center environments
- Familiarity with automation systems or robotics integration
- Knowledge of racking systems, material handling equipment, or facility layout design
- Exposure to data analysis tools and visualization platforms
Key Skills & Competencies
- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, timelines, and stakeholders simultaneously
- Problem Solving: Comfortable navigating ambiguity and developing creative solutions in non-standard environments
- Business Acumen: Understanding of cost drivers, financial impact, and operational trade-offs
- Communication & Influence: Ability to clearly present ideas and influence cross-functional partners
- Continuous Improvement: Experience identifying inefficiencies and driving process optimization
- Collaboration: Strong partnership skills across engineering, construction, and operations teams
Why This Role Matters
This is a high-impact role at the center of Walmart’s supply chain transformation. You will help modernize million-square-foot distribution centers while they remain operational—bridging the gap between legacy systems and cutting-edge automation.
Our Values
At Walmart, we are guided by our core values:
- Respect the Individual
- Act with Integrity
- Serve Our Customers & Members
- Strive for Excellence
We are committed to building inclusive teams, fostering innovation, and delivering value to our customers every day.
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus 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, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.
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.
The annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
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Minimum Qualifications...
__Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. __
Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 2 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area. Option 2: 4 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area.
Preferred Qualifications...
Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Masters: Computer Engineering
Primary Location...
805 Respect, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America
Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and has a no tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.