Automation Engineer - Rockwell Focus

TechDigital Group; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company based in the United States is seeking a candidate with strong experience in Rockwell PLCs and HMIs, to provide support during equipment startup and troubleshooting. Responsibilities include executing security tests, assisting with C&Q activities, and validating data flow. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of vendor-packaged skids and a background in Industry 4.0 principles. This role requires hands-on technical skills and familiarity with Life Science projects.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Rockwell PLCs and HMIs.
• Knowledge of vendor-packaged skids and integration practices.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 architecture.

Responsibilities

• Support Rockwell-based systems during equipment startup.
• Execute security tests and platform qualification.
• Assist with C&Q activities.
• Validate process and alarm data flow.

Skills

Rockwell PLCs

Rockwell HMIs

Industry 4.0

Unified Namespace architecture

Life Science experience

Tools

FactoryTalk View

Cytiva

Sartorius

Thermo-Fisher

Job description

Top 3 must have's:

• Strong experience with Rockwell PLCs and HMIs (ControlLogix, FactoryTalk View)
• Knowledge of vendor-packaged skids (Cytiva, Sartorius, Thermo-Fisher) and integration practices
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 and Unified Namespace architecture, and Life Science experience especially in C&Q phase

Job description:

• Support Rockwell-based systems during equipment startup and troubleshooting
• Execute security tests and platform qualification for Rockwell PLCs and HMIs
• Assist with C&Q activities
• Validate process and alarm data flow through MQTT broker
• Work closely with skid vendors for Rockwell system adjustments

Required Skills:

• Strong experience with Rockwell PLCs and HMIs (ControlLogix, FactoryTalk View)
• Knowledge of vendor-packaged skids (Cytiva, Sartorius, Thermo-Fisher) and integration practices
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 and Unified Namespace architecture

Nice to Have:

• Siemens, Proficy, CopaData, and Codeys experience