Rockwell Automation · 17 hours ago
Project Application Engineer, Electrical
Mequon, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expRockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on enhancing productivity and sustainability for manufacturers. As a Project Application Engineer, you will leverage your electrical design expertise to develop application-specific solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards while optimizing performance and cost. The role involves collaboration across various functions to support product development and continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle.
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 VFD application solutions including electrical and electro-mechanical circuits using advanced knowledge of digital, analog, and power circuits
Optimize designs for a balance of cost and performance by incorporating standard and custom power and control components, cables, enclosures, and thermal management solutions and other automation controls into a packaged product
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 products and design documentation as specified by the development process
Solve common and complex electrical design challenges within established specifications and recommend appropriate alternatives
Maintain a working knowledge with regulatory standards (UL, IEC) and requirements for product design and compliance including EMC susceptibility and emissions from power conversion products
Lead conversations with customers to discuss solutions and demonstrate organizational value-add engineering capabilities
Develop and implement test plans for new designs and maintenance of existing designs
Participate in prototype validation testing and product qualification testing
Specify and procure 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 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
Support company and IDB goals, objectives, and profitability, and foster an environment of teamwork in support of our cultural principles
Ensures 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 Electrical Engineering
8+ years of experience with power and control applications
Proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical
Experience designing products to U.L. 508A, UL 61800-5-1, CE, and other global standards
Knowledge of U.L. 508A, UL 61800-5-1, CE, and other global standards
Experience designing solutions incorporating VFDs, especially Allen-Bradley Low Voltage Drives
Proficiency in design using EPLAN software
Experience with instrumentation (Ex. oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, power supplies) and high voltage lab test stands
Experience with EMC measurements and best design practices for compliance
Experience with voltage and current harmonic mitigation techniques
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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