Rockwell Automation · 7 hours ago
Project Engineer, Hardware
Mequon, Wisconsin, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expRockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. In this role, you will create tailored hardware solutions for drive applications, collaborating with various teams to ensure technical soundness and execution readiness.
HardwareIndustrial AutomationSales AutomationSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Under the direction of managers or project leaders, analyze customer and product requirements and design ETO orders and NPI products for drive application solutions including enclosures, components, and assemblies
Optimize designs for a balance of cost and performance by incorporating standard and custom power and control components, cables, enclosures, and thermal management solutions into a packaged product
Lead conversations with customers to discuss solutions and demonstrate organizational value-add engineering capabilities
Assist Product Management in preparing ETO project proposals and NPI proposals including scope definition, resource estimates, project schedules, and costs
Cross-functional collaboration during development of conceptual designs through final fabrication and production implementation. Includes interfacing with global customers, suppliers, IDB engineering, LV Drives Development Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Assurance, Product Management, Business Management, and the Operations Planning and Production functions
Develop detailed solution models, component drawings, assembly instructions, and other documentation as needed
Develop products and design documentation as specified by the development process
Solve common and complex mechanical packaging challenges within established specifications and recommend appropriate alternatives
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable regulatory standards (UL, IEC)
Create, modify, and review detail drawings with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
Develop and implement testing parameters and plans for new and existing designs including validation of tolerances, form/fit/function, shock and vibration, and product safety
Participate in prototype validation testing and product qualification testing
Specify, procure, and fabricate prototype and proof of concept parts
Support the Operations and Quality Assurance teams to resolve product manufacturing and test issues
Support field service and customers with timely resolution of post-shipment issues
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities for products and processes
Maintain designs of released products and support Continuing Engineering efforts throughout the product life cycle
May function as a team or project leader providing direction for team activities and decision making
Support company and IDB goals, objectives, and profitability, and foster an environment of teamwork in support of our cultural principles
Ensure thorough familiarity with company policies and procedures including Standards of Business Conduct, Intellectual Property, Control Environment, Information Protection, ISO 9000 & 14001, and government regulations (e.g., health, safety, quality and environmental)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field
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
Preferred
Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
8+ years of experience with metal and plastic components, electronic assemblies, and packaging
Strong proficiency with Creo 3D CAD modeling software
Experience designing products to U.L. 508A, UL 61800-5-1, CE, and other global standards
Experience with stress analysis and thermal simulations using Ansys Workbench
Design for manufacture and assembly experience or demonstrated skill
Proficiency with stress analysis and thermal simulations using Ansys Workbench
Experience designing solutions incorporating VFDs, especially Allen-Bradley Low Voltage Drives
Experience creating, modifying, and reviewing detail drawings with GD&T
Experience designing steel enclosures and busbars
Knowledgeable of production tooling and processes for sheet metal fabrication
Benefits
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.
Company
Rockwell Automation
Rockwell Automation specializes in industrial automation and information, makes its customers more productive.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500MKey Investors
Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
2025-05-16Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2023-07-12Grant
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Blake Moret
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Christian Rothe
Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
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