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 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, you will design, define and implement complex system requirements for our customer. You will also prepare, study, and analyze existing systems. You may also be required to determine system specifications, input/output processes and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility. You will coordinate the design of subsystems and lead the integration of the total system. You will report to the Manager of Engineering (Government & Marine) and work on‑site at our customer location in Arlington, Virginia. Your Responsibilities Support existing installed equipment and potentially new automation project commissioning. Equipment includes PLCs, servers, computers, networking, and cybersecurity configuration. Analyze customer’s requirements to determine the optimal automation, network, and cybersecurity solution and determine applicable hardware and software configuration/architecture. Create plans and other documents, such as software inventory, hardware inventory, control system architecture diagrams, software backup plans, disaster recovery plans, cybersecurity plans. Perform troubleshooting and issue resolution of automation control systems and networks. Perform cybersecurity hardening of computers, servers, virtual machines, and networking equipment. Maintain computers and servers with VMware, Microsoft OSes, domain controllers, and Rockwell Application Software. Write project reports. Lead the technical planning and direction of customer system testing. Take ownership of issues, capable of engaging all levels of the organization to drive issues to resolution. The Essentials – You Will Have Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. The company will not sponsor employment visas for this job opening. The ability to be on‑site at the customer location in Arlington, Virginia full time. The Preferred – You Might Also Have 2+ years of project engineering experience. 2+ years of experience working with control system architecture. Prior experience planning and implementing cybersecurity measures. Experience with PLC coding and HMI configuration. Previous project engineering experience in a highly regulated industry. What We Offer Health insurance including medical, dental and vision. 401(k). Paid time off. Parental and caregiver leave. Flexible work schedule with manager to accommodate personal life. To learn more about our benefits package, please visit 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 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. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rockwell Automation