Network and Security Project Engineer

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 thework 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 Functional Test Engineer for the Stratix team, you will be responsible for test planning, test case generation and test execution using analysis, construction, and automation frameworks that are unique to the industrial automation problem.

This Senior-level Role will provide you with the opportunity to serve as an important Test Resource specializing in ethernet networking, Rockwell/Cisco Networking Technology and Industrial IoT Networks for Rockwell Automation. You will work in collaboration with the Network Architecture and Infrastructure Team to design, implement, and troubleshoot network architectures for System Test.

You will focus on bringing the Connected Enterprise to life through rigorous design and execution of tests that validate, and stress Industrial networks built using Rockwell/Cisco Technology. You are expected to collaborate with multiple teams across multiple sites to deliver positive results to the Test Team. You will be a leader, teacher, and mentor to help guide us through this transition into the IT/OT convergence and help lead the way to the Connected Enterprise.

This position is located in Mayfield Heights, OH. You will report to the Engineering Manager, Networks and have a hybrid work schedule.

Essential Functions:

• Perform routine functional testing utilizing existing test collateral and test cases. Responsible for reporting any issues identified and documenting test results for follow-up. Responsible for working with the development team to characterize any issues found.

• Develop new test collateral and test cases in response to new product or system requirements

• Develop knowledge and understanding of testing practices.

• Actively seek and improve knowledge of functional test development processes.

• Evaluate, challenge, and research possible solutions by seeking input from subject matter experts to ensure fact-based recommendations and decisions are being made during all phases of product development.

• Establish a timeline for assigned tasks/projects and can track and report progress.

• Utilize test tools and methods to ensure full functional test coverage is attained.

• Conduct informal presentations to small groups regarding specific technical topics.

• Stay current and be conversant with the latest networking technologies, industry trends and IT/OT best practices.

• Demonstrate curiosity in new technologies & products that could contribute to the Rockwell network offerings. Always developing new skills and refining existing skills.

• Summarize and document Test outcomes.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

• Typically requires 8+ years of Network/Test Engineering experience.

• Experience designing, implementing and troubleshooting network implementations

• Experience designing, configuring and troubleshooting testbeds and test cases.

• Expert-level technical background in High-complexity Networking solutions and implementation strategies and understanding of IT and OT convergence.

• Background in Test, specifically in testing of ethernet networks and testbed design for ethernet networks.

• Experience with network technologies including (STP, VLANs, DTP, VTP, IGMP, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, HSRP, VRRP, Flex links, ACLs, DLR, PRP, HSR, MRP...)

• Experience with Cisco IE/Stratix networking switches and routers.

• You have or be able to quickly obtain professional and expert level Cisco Certification (CCNA, CCDA, CCNP, CCDP, CCIE...) to prove mastery in Cisco technologies.

• Experience with Network management software and network diagnostics and utilities.

• Experience in Software or Product Development a huge plus.

• Experience with Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley control products.

• Experience in Technical Leadership in a team environment.

• Experience with Security related concepts and PSIRT process is a plus.

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

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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.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

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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.