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 Technology Consultant is a trusted technical advisor who helps customers accelerate their journey from Automation to Autonomy. You will combine expertise in industrial automation, control systems, software, industrial networks, cybersecurity, cloud-connected architecture, data platforms, and emerging AI-enabled workflows.
Working in a pre-sales and consultative role, the Technology Consultant supports customers, partners, distributors, and Rockwell Automation sales teams in designing, validating, and adopting modern automation solutions. You will help customers improve productivity, reliability, cybersecurity, sustainability, workforce effectiveness, and operational performance.
The Technology Consultant is not only a product and technology expert, but also a strategic advisor who helps customers evolve from traditional automation systems toward more connected, intelligent, adaptive, and eventually autonomous operations.
This reflects the Technology Consultant role as a technical expert supporting customers, sellers, distributors, product demonstrations, proof of concept work, architecture discussions, and technology adoption.
You will report to the Solution Consultant & Team Leader.
You will work hybrid in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
Your Responsibilities:
- Customer & Sales Support
- Technical Consulting & Architecture Guidance
- Enable Modern Engineering Workflows
- AI, Cloud, Data & Autonomous Operations Advisory
- Demonstrations, Proof of Concept & Technical Validation
- Industry, Application & Competitive Expertise
- Partner, Distributor & Ecosystem Enablement
The Essentials - You Will Have:
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Native Dutch and Professional proficiency in English.
- Willingness to travel within the assigned geography.
- Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, SCADA, industrial networks, control system architectures, and industrial software.
- Understand customer requirements and translate them into technical architectures and solution recommendations.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Engage with both technical and business stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively with sales, partners, customers, and internal technical teams.
The Preferred - You Might Also Have:
- Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
- Bachelor's / Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Relevant experience (5+ years) in industrial automation, control systems, software, or industrial digital technologies.
What We Offer:
Our benefits package includes …
- Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees.
- Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.
- On-demand digital course library for professional development.
- Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program
... and other local benefits!
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.
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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
- Native Dutch proficiency
- Professional English proficiency
- Willingness to travel within the assigned geography
- Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, SCADA, industrial networks, control system architectures, and industrial software
- Ability to understand customer requirements and translate them into technical architectures and solution recommendations
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Ability to engage with technical and business stakeholders
- Ability to collaborate with sales, partners, customers, and internal technical teams
- Minimum of 5 years of related experience
- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, automation, computer engineering, industrial engineering, or a related technical field
- Five or more years of experience in industrial automation, control systems, software, or industrial digital technologies
Rockwell Automation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Rockwell Automation and has not been reviewed or approved by Rockwell Automation.
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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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