Thousands of verified Automation Simulation Engineer professionals across North America — onsite, hybrid, or remote. Marketplace and automation service company. Direct contracting.
Reviewed by Automate America Editorial Team — updated 2026-05-26 — citing U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics + O*NET SOC 17-2199.08.
Automation Simulation Engineer professionals on AutomateAmerica
$92-$165/hr
Suggested posting rate iSuggested rate is BLS-derived. Actual posting rate varies by location, duration, scope of work, and whether overtime is included. Post higher to attract applicants faster.
+11%
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics job growth outlook through 2034
What does an Automation Simulation Engineer do?
An Automation Simulation Engineer builds a working video-game version of a factory line before anybody bends a piece of steel. They run the robots, conveyors, and operators on a computer to see if the line will hit its cycle time, where parts will jam, and which station is the bottleneck. You'd find them at integrators and big OEMs catching million-dollar layout mistakes before the floor gets poured.
Build virtual robot cells and full automated production lines to validate reach, cycle time, collisions, and PLC logic before a single piece of hardware is installed. Work in ABB RobotStudio, FANUC RoboGuide, KUKA.Sim Pro, Siemens Process Simulate (Tecnomatix), Delmia, and Visual Components to import CAD, post offline robot programs, run cycle-time studies, optimize workcell layout, and perform virtual commissioning.
Future of Automation Simulation Engineer Work 2034
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics outlook: +11% employment growth projected through 2034 (median annual wage $102,320). See the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Virtual commissioning has become a contractual requirement for major automotive and EV plant builds — Tesla, Ford, GM, Stellantis, and tier-1 integrators now require digital sign-off of robot cells before steel is cut, slashing on-site debug from weeks to days. Multi-year shortage of engineers fluent between RobotStudio/RoboGuide/Process Simulate and real PLC code.
Onboard & manage. Use built-in time sheets, expense reports, and approvals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I hire Automation Simulation Engineer contractors on Automate America?
Post your contract on the Post Your Opportunity page. Verified Automation Simulation Engineer contractors will respond with availability and rates within hours. You select the best match and contract directly — marketplace and automation service company.
What does an Automation Simulation Engineer contractor cost per hour?
Hourly rates on Automate America are set by the Automation Simulation Engineer contractor based on experience, geography, and project scope. The platform stat block above shows the live average from recent contracts. For reference, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a national median annual wage near $102,320 for this occupation (see the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics for the most recent year). Specialized work commands 25-50% premium over the median.
Are Automation Simulation Engineer contractors available for onsite, hybrid, or remote work?
Yes. Automate America connects Automation Simulation Engineer contractors for onsite (any U.S. or Canada location), hybrid, and fully remote work. Specify your preference when you post the contract. You can also browse verified professionals by location before posting.
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