Automation Controls Engineer

Rockwell Automation

Orlando (FL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance
401k
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Flexible Work Schedule

Job summary

Rockwell Automation in Orlando, FL is seeking an Automation Controls Engineer to serve as main customer contact and liaison for on-site installation, startup, maintenance and operation of automation control systems and software applications.

You will program PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA, manage projects, write documentation, and collaborate with customers and Rockwell teams. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and legal work authorization in the U.S., with on-site work in Orlando.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; U.S. work authorization required (no visa sponsorship)
  • Experience with Rockwell software packages is a plus
  • Strong PLC/HMI/SCADA programming experience preferred

Responsibilities

  • Install, diagnose, troubleshoot, service, and repair Rockwell equipment on site
  • Program PLCs, HMIs and SCADA for new or modified equipment
  • Develop documentation: SOPs, validation plans, system audits, technical reports
  • Manage projects: scheduling, tracking, reporting; communicate with management
  • Provide customer support and coordinate with Rockwell and customer on project details

Skills

Customer relationship building
Communication skills
Presentation skills
Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology
Bachelor's Degree

Tools

RSLogix 5/500/5000
RSView32/FTView ME/SE
Studio5000
FactoryTalk Studio
Historian/AssetCentre/VantagePoint
Plant/Energy Matrix
Ethernet/IP & Switches
Rockwell Networking (RIO/DH+/DNet)

Job description

Orlando, Florida, United States

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 thework 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 Automation Controls Engineer serves as a main point of contact for Rockwell Automation's customers and serves as company liaison on administrative and technical matters for assigned projects. You effectively provide services to support the on-site installation, start-up, maintenance, and operation of automation control systems & advanced manufacturing software applications, drive systems, manufacturing systems, industrial networks and the individual products which comprise these systems. You will report to the Program Manager and work onsite in Orlando, Florida Embedded Engineer at an Entertainment Industry Customer.

Your Responsibilities:
  • Provide customer support through the performance of installation, as well as overseeing any necessary diagnoses, troubleshooting, service, and repair of Rockwell equipment and systems.
  • Implements solutions and performs design and/or programming modifications to customer's equipment on assigned projects to include hardware and software modifications to complex electrical and control systems.
  • Program PLCs, HMIs and SCADA systems for new or modified equipment.
  • Maintain automation and equipment including working with low voltage.
  • Troubleshoot problems, identify, and implement new or amended system functionality, identify operational process gaps, and take corrective actions.
  • Recommend and initiate modifications or replacement of equipment, which fail to meet operating standards.
  • Execute initiatives supporting our automation strategy, manage operating workflows, and progress continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Perform project management function for customer projects including needs identification, scheduling, tracking, and reporting.
  • Develop and write documentation as required (validation project plans, standard operating procedures, qualification summary reports, system audits, technical reports, traceability matrix, etc.).
  • Communicate with Rockwell Automation and customer management regarding project details.
The Essentials - You Will Have:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.
The Preferred - You Might Also Have:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology field
  • Experience in Low Voltage PowerFlex VFD's
  • Flexibility to work off shifts (2nd or 3rd), overtime, on-call, and weekends as required by customer demands
  • Experience with Safety Systems
  • Experienced in PLC and HMI programming utilizing RSLogix 5, 500, 5000, RSView32 and/or FTView ME/SE, Studio5000
  • Experience with Networking: RIO, DH+, D-Net, and Ethernet Communication
  • Commercial, communication, and presentation skills a plus
  • Customer relationship building skills necessary
  • PLC programming utilizing RSLogix 5, 500, 5000, FactoryTalk Studio software
  • Studio5000, ControlLogix, CompactLogix
  • Safety Products and applications
  • PowerFlex drives and applications
  • Ethernet/IP, Stratix Switches
  • Servo/Motion control
  • Low & Medium Voltage Drives knowledge
  • Networks including EtherNet, ControlNet, and DeviceNet
  • Application/Project experience utilizing Rockwell's Advance Software Packages such as Historian, AssetCentre, VantagePoint, and Plant/Energy Matrix
  • Virtual Machine computing and Thin Client technology
  • Rockwell Automation Product Lifecycle 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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