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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 DescriptionAs a Researcher, Communications Hardware, you will be part of Rockwell Automation's Milwaukee Advanced Technology (AT) research team. AT is Rockwell Automation's centralized corporate research team under the office of the CTO. This requisition allows for multiple seniority levels depending on your prior experience and how well it aligns with this role.As an embedded communications researcher, you will contribute to or lead communications-related research projects that de-risk or provide solutions for near-term or future business needs. Projects may cover a wide variety of topics involving physical layer communications, embedded systems (typically with ARM microcontrollers or microprocessors), and possibly functional safety systems. You should have a good understanding of embedded systems and electrical hardware. You should also have a solid understanding of Ethernet- and serial-based communications.You should have experience creating detailed technical documentation and enjoy solving multi-disciplinary engineering problems that require diverse expertise. Continuous learning is a requirement. You should already understand research processes and have initiative to seek answers independently. You will report to the Milwaukee, Wisconsin laboratory manager. You will work Hybrid in Milwaukee, WI.Primary Responsibilities:Research new technologies related to industrial automation and develop domain expertise.Perform literature reviews, hands-on prototyping, experimentation, demonstration, and documentation (typically in internal reports, but occasionally in journals).Collaborate with external vendors, research partners, and standards development organizations.Identify new intellectual property.The Essentials - You Will Have:Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.The Preferred - You Might Also Have:Typically requires minimum of 2 years of related experience.Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in science or engineering. Examples:Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Robotics EngineeringComputer Science or Information TechnologyPhysics, Applied Physics, or Engineering PhysicsMathematics or Applied Mathematics3+ years of experience in a research or technology development environment.Project management skills.Proficiency in one or more programming languages.Excellent written and spoken technical English.One or more of the following representative skills:Create electrical circuit simulations using SPICE or similar.Develop embedded software / firmware for microcontrollers.Create simple prototype circuit boards, from schematic capture to assembly.Develop software related to functional safety (according to IEC 61508).Implement with programable logic, such as FPGAs or CGRAs.Required business travel is minimal and typically elective.What We Offer:Health insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision401kPaid time offParental and Caregiver LeaveFlexible work schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.To learn more about our benefits package, please us visit at .This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So if you are 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.#LI-SS1#LI-Hybrid#lifeatrokWe 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 +1 (844) 404-7247.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.SummaryLocation: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United StatesType: Full time

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