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Automation engineer salary in Ireland

How much does an Automation Engineer make in Ireland?

Average base salary

€58,909

The average salary for a automation engineer is €58,909 per year in Ireland. 123 salaries reported, updated at 6 November 2026

Automation Engineer job openings in Ireland

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Intern - Software Automation E...
Apple4.1out of 5 stars.
Cork, County Cork
Full-time
1 week ago

Highest paying companies for Automation Engineer in Ireland

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Jabil
 
€187,200per year
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Abbott
 
€187,200per year
IBM
 
€187,200per year
Allied Irish Bank
 
€187,200per year
Eli Lilly
 
€187,200per year
Google
 
€187,200per year

Highest paying cities for Automation Engineers near Ireland

  1. Carlow, County Carlow
    €66,910 per year
  2. Limerick, County Limerick
    €63,586 per year
  3. Dublin, County Dublin
    €60,617 per year
  4. Cavan, County Cavan
    €59,561 per year
  5. Cork, County Cork
    €58,639 per year

Where can an Automation Engineer earn more?

Compare salaries for Automation Engineers in different locations
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Automation Engineer

The average salary for an Automation Engineer is €58,909 per year in Ireland. This figure is based on 123 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on 6 November 2026.

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Automation Engineer salaries typically range between a low of €43,941 and a high of €78,978 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Automation Engineer include Jabil ($187,200 per year) and Abbott ($187,200 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Automation Engineer salary compares to related positions:

  • Junior Automation Engineer: Average €41,295 per year
  • Senior Automation Engineer: Average €70,749 per year

How much do similar professions as Automation Engineer get paid in Ireland?

Junior Automation Engineer

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Average €41,295 per year

Senior Automation Engineer

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Average €70,749 per year