Position Summary...

The Group Director, Automation Engineering – Ambient will lead the future of automation in Walmart’s Ambient Distribution Centers. In this role, you’ll own the installation, ramp, and continuous performance driving the automation roadmap to transform our Regional Distribution Centers to deliver end-to-end value across Supply Chain and Store Operations. This role is at the heart of Walmart’s transformation, blending industry leading technology with operational scale to deliver unparalleled benefits.

This exciting opportunity will put you at the forefront of autonomy in retail logistics, shaping industry standards, and influencing global innovation. You’ll work closely with Walmart’s Supply Chain Operations team, Store Transformation, Tech & Product teams, and external technology partners to bring bold ideas to life.

This is an onsite role based in Bentonville, AR and will report to the VP, Ambient Automation Engineering; we are not considering remote applicants, but a full relocation package is available.

What you'll do...

• Deliver Walmart’s strategy for Ambient Regional Distribution Center Automation
• Lead project deployment and scale new innovations, ensuring seamless integration into Walmart’s DC and Transportation Operations
• Drive flawless installation and safety compliance, setting benchmarks for industry-leading standards
• Partner with external tech innovators to accelerate adoption
• Champion innovation to enhance speed, cost efficiency, and customer experience

What You’ll Bring...

• Expertise in automation systems, including automation storage and retrieval, autonomous mobile robots, and automation safety landscape
• Proven ability to scale emerging technologies from pilot to enterprise-level deployment
• Strong collaboration and leadership skills, with experience influencing cross-functional teams and external partners
• Strategic thinker who can translate innovation into operational excellence
• Advanced degree in Engineering, Automation, and/or Robotics preferred

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 $195,000.00 - $370,000.00 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 a related field and 8 years’ experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area. Option 2: 10
years’ experience in Engineering, supply chain, or a related area.
6 years’ supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Doctorate: Computer Engineering, Masters: Computer Engineering

Primary Location...

601 N Walton Blvd, 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.