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This role leverages data analysis and advanced analytics to drive technology adoption, optimize processes, and enhance operational efficiency. The manager oversees project planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration while ensuring alignment with business objectives. By applying engineering economics and process flow expertise, this position supports strategic decision-making and fosters a culture of operational excellence and innovation across teams.\nAbout the team:\nThe team leads the installation, commissioning, and launch of advanced Automated Distribution Centers, including the largest facility in Belvidere, IL, enhancing operational capacity. Utilizing data analysis, automation, and project management, the group drives continuous improvement and operational excellence. Collaborating across functions, members manage complex automation integration projects, ensuring efficient processes and technology adoption. The team contributes to process design, performance measurement, and stakeholder communication, supporting strategic goals through innovation and effective execution. This collaborative environment fosters the application of advanced analytics, automation controls, and project implementation to deliver impactful results.\nWhat you'll do:\nLead automation engineering projects by planning, estimating, and managing timelines, costs, and resources.\nAnalyze data and develop insights to influence strategic decisions and continuous improvement initiatives.\nDesign, test, and implement automation systems, ensuring integration with existing technologies and operational requirements.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and resolve technical challenges.\nDocument project status, prepare reports, and communicate progress to stakeholders clearly and concisely.\nSupport process flow design and optimize supply chain operations through effective automation solutions.\nMentor team members and contribute to talent development within the engineering group.\nWhat you'll bring:\nProven experience in automation engineering and project management within complex operational environments.\nStrong proficiency in data analysis and advanced analytics to drive informed decision-making.\nExpertise in automation system design, integration, and continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma or Kaizen.\nAbility to develop and present clear, data-driven insights and business cases to influence stakeholders.\nSkilled in managing multiple projects, timelines, and resources effectively.\nKnowledge of industrial automation controls, AutoCAD, and dashboard reporting tools.\nExcellent communication skills to collaborate across teams and support technology implementation.\nAt 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.\nYou 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.\nFor information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.\nLive 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. \nEligibility 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. \nFor information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.\nThe annual salary range for this position is $90,000.00 - $180,000.00\nAdditional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.\nAdditional compensation for certain positions may also include : \n- Stock\nㅤ\nㅤ\nㅤ\nㅤ\n\nMinimum Qualifications...\nOutlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.\nOption 1: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 2 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area. 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