Associate Hardware Development Engineer

Rockwell Automation • Mayfield Heights, OH

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Associate Hardware Development Engineer at Rockwell Automation, you will join a collaborative team developing advanced automation control systems. You'll contribute to all stages of hardware product development—from sub-circuit design and integration to functional analysis and regulatory compliance—while building key technical skills in a supportive environment. If you value knowledge sharing, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement, Rockwell Automation is the place for you. We are looking for someone who is team-oriented, passionate about learning, and committed to developing their skills. The ideal applicant is eager to explore new technologies and trends in engineering and apply them to their job. If you want to be part of a team that believes in knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous improvement in how we work, Rockwell Automation is the place for you. This role will be continually supported with mentorship and coaching. With success, this role will have the opportunity to take on additional scope and responsibility. You'll work a hybrid schedule out of our Mayfield Heights, OH office and will report to the Engineering Manager, Hardware.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Nice To Haves

• Typically requires no previous professional experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar technical degree
• Experience using design capture tools, able to read & understand schematics.
• Working knowledge of circuit theory and operation.
• Experience with microprocessors, digital logic devices, analog and/or DC-power conversion, programmable devices (CPLDs, FPGAs).
• Programming experience in Python and/or C++ with a passion for outside-the-box thinking to leverage these tools in automated applications
• Hands on experience with hardware test equipment, including debuggers, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
• Knowledge of industrial control systems, programmable logic controllers
• Experience working in a scaled Agile environment
• Strong attention to detail and ownership

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on an agile team to design and develop new industrial automation products, including overall architecture and hardware verification.
• Perform programming, functional analysis, and hands-on troubleshooting of electronic hardware prototypes.
• Prepare product design documentation and test reports.
• Contribute to technical initiatives such as researching new technologies, implementing new circuit design tools, and troubleshooting failures.
• Work with technical peers to implement test automation and design simulation solutions.
• Build relationships across teams to deepen understanding of the product development lifecycle.

Benefits

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees