Automation Specialist

Summary

Job title: Automation Specialist

Department: Lexington-TRC

Description

Summary:

This position is responsible for driving the APR’s business strategy to accelerate growth in the automation businesses including programmable controllers, I/O, HMI, safety, industrial computers, system network design, design software, operations software, and plant maintenance software. You will be technical liaison between Rockwell Automation and the distributor.

Reports to: TBD

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering OR equivalent combination of skills, experience, and education

• 3-years’ experience/knowledge applying Rockwell Automations products or equivalent competitive solutions

• Outcome-based selling experience

• Demonstrate technical writing and presentation skills

ADDITIONAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of local market and competitive environment

• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

Formal certification in functional safety, network design, or cybersecurity

Working Conditions:

• Conditions vary and may include industrial, warehouse, office, and external environments. Some activities will include climbing, standing, and possible extreme heat/cold conditions. Office time may include sitting for extended periods.

• The position involves travel – both by car and by air.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Essential Job Functions:

• Participate in account planning and sales strategy

• Provide selection and design advice, as needed

• Create and execute plans to exceed growth targets

• Be accountable for revenue performance of assigned product segments

• Serve as domain expert around automation business and continuously build competency

• Coordinate sales team efforts required to identify and close account conversions and project sales opportunities

• Travel to customers within assigned geographic area

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran

Compensation Range:

The compensation range for this position is $50000 to $85000 annually.

Other Compensation:

The following additional compensation may be applicable for this position:

• Bonus

Benefits:

Benefits available for this position are:

• Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions

• 401(k)

• Paid Sick Leave

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Vacation

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and matching

• Paid Pregnancy & New Parent Leave