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

As a Technology Consultant - Automation / Industrial IoT, you will help customers solve manufacturing and operational challenges using Rockwell Automation technologies. You will work with sales teams, channel partners, and customers to develop technical solutions, deliver demonstrations and proof-of-concepts, and support strategic customer engagements.

You will combine practical industrial automation knowledge with modern digital technologies to help customers improve productivity, visibility, and operational performance. You will engage directly with manufacturers, system integrators, and engineering teams to understand our challenges and demonstrate how connected automation solutions can create measurable value.

You will work across a broad range of technologies including PLCs, industrial networks, industrial IoT solutions, edge computing, cloud-connected applications, and latest AI-enabled workflows. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving technical problems, learning new technologies, and working directly with customers in a consultative and customer-facing environment.

This is an individual contributor role and does not include direct people management responsibilities. You will report to the Team Leader & Solution Consultant and collaborate with product, engineering, sales, and channel teams across the region.

You will work hybrid in the UK. The role involves travel to visit clients and attend training sessions in the UK, Ireland, or the EMEA region.

Your Responsibilities:

• Be a technical advisor for automation and industrial IoT solutions, supporting customer engagements across the region.
• Develop and deliver demonstrations, proof-of-concepts, and technical workshops that connect PLCs, industrial data sources, edge technologies, and enterprise systems.
• Support sales teams, distributors, and channel partners through technical training, solution positioning, and customer-facing engagements.
• Apply industrial IoT, Docker, and latest Agentic AI technologies to demonstrate practical manufacturing use cases and value.
• Understand customer operational goals and plans, translating them into scalable automation and digital transformation solutions.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Hands-on PLC programming and industrial automation experience.
• Working knowledge of industrial networks, HMI/SCADA systems, and OT/IT integration.
• Experience supporting customer-facing technical consulting, solution development, or pre-sales engagements.
• Strong written and spoken English.
• Ability to travel up to 50% within the region.
• Valid driver's licence.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, Automation, or a related technical discipline.
• Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, systems integration, or technical consulting.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation platforms including Studio 5000, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, FactoryTalk, or related technologies.
• Practical experience with industrial IoT architectures, edge computing, and cloud-connected manufacturing solutions.
• Exposure to Docker, containers, Linux, APIs, scripting, or modern software deployment concepts.
• Exposure to Agentic AI, AI-assisted workflows, automation copilots, LLM-based tools, or knowledge-driven applications.
• Experience working with distributors, system integrators, or channel partners in industrial markets.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

What We Offer:

• Paid Time Off - Above statutory requirements

• Maternity and Paternity Leave - Receive 100% of your salary during the first weeks of leave

• Medical Plan - Access private treatment and Digital GP services
• Life Assurance

• Pension Scheme - A defined contribution plan with employer contributions

• Group Income Protection - Payment in case of inability to work due to chronic illness

• Cycle-to-Work - Purchase a bike through salary sacrifice and enjoy tax advantages

• Employee Sports and Social Club - Receive discounts on entertainment such as the cinema, theme parks, theatre, and other attractions

• OnTrack - A wellbeing platform that encourages movement and healthy habits

• Employee Assistance Program - Access to personal coaching and resources to support physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing goals

• Calm Premium - Tools for relaxation, meditation, focus and sleep

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.

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Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.