Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.
We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!
Job Description
The primary responsibility of the Leader Project Engineer is the accountability of the technical success of the project, his responsibility includes technical scope, gather a team of technical resources (people, materials and services), define and meet Delivery time, quality (IPD), and technical Risk review, as such he should architect a solution for customer and lead a technical team to accomplish all project deliveries and resolved any technical issue, he should work side by side with Project Manager to get the project to successful completion.
You will report to the Regional Business Manager Lifecycle Services, Andean Region.
Main Responsibilities:
>Engineering Leadership
• Define and validate control system architectures.
• Establish and confirm programming standards and typologies.
• Design Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Design Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Estimate labor hours and determine required materials to support proposal development.
• Scale and structure solutions to address technical issues within projects.
>Project Execution
• Coordinate technical tasks performed by project personnel.
• Oversee equipment procurement processes.
• Coordinate and support project start-up activities.
• Conduct site visits to collect information on control systems.
• Manage the work of the project engineering team and third-party contractors
The Essentials – You Will Have
• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, System Engineering or technology related.
• English in a good communicative level, both spoken and written; Portuguese or Spanish will be a plus (depending on native country).
The Preferred – You Might Also Have
• Typically, 5 years of related experience.
• Prior experience in industrial automation
• Experience in Oil & Gas industry (Desirable, not limitative)
• Technical knowledge of Automation / Control / Network
• Programming Experience with Rockwell Automation Products.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills (written and verbal) to various levels of customer organization.
• Understand Change Management principles.
• Hands-on facilitation of large end-to-end value streams.
• Capability of Managing Multiple Priorities.
• Organizes, leads, and facilitates cross-functional projects.
• Ability to work with cross functional teams and multicultural teams.
• Comply with Global policies, standards, procedures, and protocols.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and similar
• Travel up to 70% of the time, which can include both domestic and international trips.
What We Offer
Our benefits package includes …
• Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm.
• Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees.
Company volunteer and donation matching program – The company matches your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity with a charitable donation.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program
• On-demand digital course library for professional development... and other local benefits!
We believe that employee diversity is an important element of our common future. We provide opportunities for talent growth with the entire organization. We support equality by celebrating the individuality of every person, regardless of their origin and identity. We appreciate the unique cultural pattern and variety of experiences in each of us. We invite all who want to join and change the world of Our organization.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, or a related technology field
- Good communicative English proficiency, spoken and written
- Typically five years of related experience
- Prior experience in industrial automation
- Technical knowledge of automation, controls, and networks
- Programming experience with Rockwell Automation products
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Strong written, verbal, presentation, and customer communication skills
- Understanding of change management principles
- Experience facilitating large end-to-end value streams
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Experience leading and facilitating cross-functional projects
- Ability to work with cross-functional and multicultural teams
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools or similar software
- Portuguese or Spanish language proficiency
Rockwell Automation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, mental‑health support, disability and life insurance, and wellness resources. Multiple plan choices and supportive programs contribute to the package feeling well‑rounded.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k)/Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching that is positioned as a meaningful part of total compensation. These offerings reinforce longer‑term financial security as a core strength.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave was expanded and a paid caregiver leave was added, indicating clear support for family needs. These policies are complemented by flexibility signals and dedicated paid volunteer time.
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What We Do
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