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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
As a Software Engineer, Applications, you will help shape the future of Trusted Content within the Trusted Content & Standards team. In this role, you will work with product management, operating segment stakeholders, customer co-innovation teams, and other Rockwell Automation engineering teams to define, develop, and scale Trusted Content development capabilities and standards that accelerate autonomous operations across design, operations, and maintenance workflows.
You combine strong systems and automation engineering experience with curiosity, collaboration, and execution discipline. You are an expert in Rockwell Automation technologies and Rockwell Automation product applications. You should be comfortable working across ambiguity, distilling organizational knowledge into Trusted Content methods and standards, and turning emerging ideas into repeatable solutions, proofs of concept, and scalable practices that support both internal teams and customer-facing efforts. You will report to Engineering Manager, Trusted Content & Standards and will work Hybrid in Milwaukee or Mequon, WI, Austin, TX or Mayfield Heights, OH.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Standards Development
- Work with the Trusted Content Organization in addition to Operating Segments, Commercial Engineering, Technical Consultants to define best practices as standards
- Drive decisions through collaboration and cooperation of cross-functional teams
- Develop methods to check and grade adherence to defined standards through automated reviews and peer checks.
- Identify new areas where standards are needed to drive cohesiveness in development practices and consistency in delivered products.
- Define Trusted Content Applications & Software leveraging Logix Designer, View Studio, View Designer, Optix Studio, Future Rockwell IDE and other Automation centric tools to create optimized Application Architectures for applications and work cells.
- Define and optimize Libraries that support creation of applications and software in Rockwell Automation’s Automation Development Environments.
- Participate, keep informed, and drive awareness in Rockwell Automation around the evolution of Industry Standards that support Trusted Content (including OPC-UA Companion Specifications, ISA, specific manufacturer requirements, and others).
- Support Development and Prioritization of Firmware and Software functions supporting Trusted Content application integration in controllers, drives, and other products.
- Help define Digital Engineering Strategies (Digital Twins, Automated Code, and Automated Library creation principles) that assist Development of Automotive Applications
- Manage intellectual property as it is being created and become part of Trusted Content patent development.
- Design integrated and complex automation systems using Trusted Content through modern methodologies
- Identify new industries and applications for Trusted Content and prioritize based on current library coverage, development delta to meet gaps, and effort to develop, deploy, and support
- Work with key members of the Trusted Content team to Pilot, Develop, and Refine new AI assisted library development workflow
- Work closely with the Trusted Content Innovations team to develop requirements and review output
- Work closely with Commercial Engineering and Technical Consultants to determine future Library and Industry needs for Trusted Content
- Support global events such as Automation Fair, TechEd, or others as needed
- Support customer or operating segment projects on site as necessary
Customer Co-Innovation
- Collaborate with T&I Customer Co-Innovation teams on engagements related to Trusted Content
The Essentials - You Will Have:
- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Years of Relevant Work Experience
- Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
The Preferred - You Might Also Have:
- Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or related field or equivalent
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for interpreting complex data sets
- Experience in the application of industrial automation
- 10+ years of industry experience
- Experience developing software applications for industrial automation
- Experience with maintaining specifications and standards
- Experience with leveraging and implementing AI workflows
- Strong understanding of Rockwell Automation products like Logix, Optix, Application Code Manager, etc.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present concepts and strategies to fellow developers and management
What We Offer:
- Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401k
- Paid Time off
- Parental and Caregiver Leave
- Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
- To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.
At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.
This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.
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Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience
- Legal authorization to work in the United States
- Minimum of 8 years of related experience
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field
- 10+ years of industry experience
- Experience in industrial automation applications
- Experience developing software applications for industrial automation
- Experience maintaining specifications and standards
- Experience implementing AI workflows
- Strong understanding of Rockwell Automation products, including Logix, Optix, and Application Code Manager
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting concepts and strategies
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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