Mechanical Engineer - Materials Focus

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

The Mechanical Engineer will be part of the Chemistry and Materials Engineering group, and will support the analysis, selection, modification, improvement, and troubleshooting of different materials and fabrication processes used in industrial products. You will become a technical subject matter expert, defining critical requirements for new processes and collaborating with engineers and scientists to evaluate material properties and ensure process integrity. This position would be a liaison between our manufacturing plants and the analytical lab to use lab results to aid production.

You will report to our Senior Manager, Chemistry & Materials and Product Performance Testing.

Your Responsibilities:

• Be a materials technical contact for new and existing processes.

• Define, maintain and create material and process specifications.

• Analyze and test materials in a laboratory setting to troubleshoot issues and optimize performance.

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Sourcing, Supplier Quality and Manufacturing, and Development Engineers to evaluate material properties, specify materials or processes, help improve processes, and ensure compliance with quality standards.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelor's degree