TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANT

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 Rockwell Automation is hiring!

We are looking for a Technology Consultant to join us in our Hawthorn, Melbourne office.

You will join the Intelligent Device Technology (ITD) team supporting the Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia (VIC/TAS/SA) territory, working alongside account managers, domain specialists and channel partners to win and grow our Intelligent Devices business.

Reporting to the Regional Manager for Intelligent Device Technology (ANZ), you will be the go-to technical consultant for customers and internal sales teams on device selection, application and lifecycle.

Your Responsibilities

• Be the regional technical expert for the Intelligent Devices portfolio (drives, motion, safety, sensing, motor control and industrial components), translating customer requirements into differentiated, valued solutions.

• Partner with account managers and channel partners to build and progress a qualified opportunity pipeline, quantifying demand and accelerating opportunities to close. •Lead product demonstrations, technical workshops and proof-of-concept activities for customers, OEMs and distributors to build preference for Rockwell Automation technology.

• Identify and document territory coverage gaps and growth opportunities, feeding demand insight into forecasting, planning and business-case development.

• Support customer and partner enablement across the selection, configuration, migration and lifecycle of intelligent devices, upskilling internal teams and channel partners.

The Essentials – You Will Have

• A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Mechatronics, mechanical or automation engineering, or equivalent years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience in industrial automation, with hands-on knowledge of intelligent devices such as variable frequency drives, servo and motion, functional safety, sensing or motor control.
• Experience translating technical capability into commercial value in a customer-facing sales, pre-sales or consulting role.
• Current working rights in Australia and a valid driver's licence to operate a company vehicle.
• Willingness to travel across the VIC/TAS/SA territory approximately 30–50% of the time.

The Preferred – You Might Also Have

• 3+ years of experience with Rockwell Automation and Allen-Bradley intelligent devices (PowerFlex drives, Kinetix motion, GuardLogix and safety, sensors), or comparable competitor platforms.
• Application experience in main industries across Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia such as mining, metals, water and wastewater, food and beverage, or life sciences.
• Working knowledge of EtherNet/IP and integrated architecture, and how intelligent devices connect into control and information systems.
• Experience operating within a distributor or channel-partner sales model.
• Relevant industry accreditation, such as functional safety (TÜV) or a drives or motion specialist certification.

What We Offer: Our benefits package includes …

• Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
• Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees
• Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program
• On-demand digital course library for professional development

... and other local benefits!

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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