Senior Project Engineer - Rockwell Automation

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 Senior Project Engineer is responsible for the engineering, execution, and delivery of industrial control and automation projects , ensuring compliance with customer requirements, contractual commitments, and Rockwell Automation standards.

You will cover the full project lifecycle , from post‑sales handover through commissioning and project closeout, being the main technical interface with the customer and an important coordinator across our teams.

You will report to the Technical Team Lead

Main Responsibilities:

• Execute control and automation projects using Rockwell Automation technologies, including PLCs, DCS, HMI/SCADA, and industrial networks.
• Develop and review control system architectures, functional specifications, and technical designs following project requirements and industry standards.
• Lead basic and detailed engineering activities , including software development, system integration, and technical documentation.
• Manage in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), commissioning, and start‑up activities .
• Be a primary technical contact with the customer during project execution.
• Collaborate with our teams such as sales, global engineering, supply chain, panel builders, quality, and HSE to ensure successful project delivery.
• Identify technical risks and deviations, proposing and implementing mitigation actions .
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, progress reports, and technical deliverables for customers and management.

The Essentials – You Will Have

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Control, Mechatronics, or related discipline).
• Proficiency in written and spoken English

The Preferred – You Might Also Have:

• 5+ years of experience in execution of industrial control and automation projects .
• Solid knowledge of industrial automation and process control systems .
• Hands‑on experience with PLC and/or DCS platforms (e.g., ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PlantPAx, or equivalent).
• Experience in HMI and SCADA application development.
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