Optum is seeking an Automation Engineer to serve as a lead technical resource for industrial automation across a network of pharmacy fulfillment centers. This role supports initiatives ranging from day-to-day operational improvements to large-scale capital projects and focuses on robotics, conveyors, vision systems, SCADA, fieldbus networks, and other automation components to maximize uptime, reliability, and performance. You will design, develop, implement, test, and support both cutting-edge and legacy automation solutions within our industrial processes, owning all aspects of automation systems including PACs/PLCs, electrical systems, IPCs, HMIs, robotics, pneumatics, and sensing technologies. You will troubleshoot issues, perform root-cause analyses, and implement corrective actions while collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, and IT/OT teams. Responsibilities also include commissioning and supporting PACs/PLCs, robotics, SCADA, and vision systems; monitoring performance and identifying improvement opportunities; documenting SOPs and maintenance procedures; and participating in on-call support as needed. Location: Overland Park, Kansas, United States. Work arrangement: Remote OK. Salary range: $91,700 - $163,700 annually. All remote employees must comply with UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Optum is seeking an Automation Engineer to serve as a lead technical resource for industrial automation across a network of pharmacy fulfillment centers. This role supports initiatives ranging from day-to-day operational improvements to large-scale capital projects and focuses on robotics, conveyors, vision systems, SCADA, fieldbus networks, and other automation components to maximize uptime, reliability, and performance. You will design, develop, implement, test, and support both cutting-edge and legacy automation solutions within our industrial processes, owning all aspects of automation systems including PACs/PLCs, electrical systems, IPCs, HMIs, robotics, pneumatics, and sensing technologies. You will troubleshoot issues, perform root-cause analyses, and implement corrective actions while collaborating with Operations, Maintenance, and IT/OT teams. Responsibilities also include commissioning and supporting PACs/PLCs, robotics, SCADA, and vision systems; monitoring performance and identifying improvement opportunities; documenting SOPs and maintenance procedures; and participating in on-call support as needed. Location: Overland Park, Kansas, United States. Work arrangement: Remote OK. Salary range: $91,700 - $163,700 annually. All remote employees must comply with UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.