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Project Engineer

Rockwell Automation

Rockwell Automation

Mequon, WI, USA
Posted on Sep 26, 2025

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 Project Engineer specializing in automation control systems, you will design and implement advanced solutions for the Pulp and Paper industry. This role combines technical expertise in system engineering—spanning hardware, software, and integration—with leadership responsibilities to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You'll play a key role in driving customer success through innovative system design, team coordination, and hands-on project execution.

You will report to the Engineering Manager and have a hybrid schedule working in Mequon, WI.

Your Responsibilities:

  • Analyze customer requirements to determine optimal control system solutions and define appropriate control configurations and architectures.
  • Perform conceptual design of control systems, including strategy development and programming design.
  • Provide on-site control system start-up support as required.
  • Plan, schedule, coordinate, and monitor resources for projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
  • Prepare and deliver verbal and written reports to communicate project status; actively participate in project review meetings.
  • Visit internal and external panel manufacturing facilities to assess progress, provide technical assistance, and conduct final inspections and sign-offs.
  • Serve as primary liaison with clients and management, fostering strong relationships and ensuring clear communication.
  • Develop and maintain long-term customer relationships to support business growth and customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborate effectively as a team player, integrating seamlessly with other project team members.
  • Review project hardware and software for compliance with applicable codes and standards, ensuring personnel and machinery safety practices are fully implemented.
  • Represent the company by attending and presenting technical papers at industry symposiums and trade shows, as applicable.
  • Coordinate customer requirements with engineering and other departments to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

  • 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.
  • The ability to travel 10% of the time.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

  • Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience.
  • Drive Systems Experience.
  • Pulp and Paper Experience.
  • Rockwell Automation Drive and ControlLogix Experience.
  • Auto Cad Experience.

What We Offer:

  • 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.
  • To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

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.

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

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

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.