About the position
As a Senior Network Test Engineer for the Stratix team, you will be responsible for test planning, test case generation and test execution utilizing analysis, construction, and automation frameworks that are unique to the industrial automation problem. This Senior-level Role will provide you with the opportunity to serve as an important Test Resource specializing in ethernet networking, Rockwell/Cisco Networking Technology and Industrial IoT Networks for Rockwell Automation. You will focus on bringing the Connected Enterprise to life through rigorous design and execution of tests that validate, and stress Industrial networks built using Rockwell/Cisco Technology. You will help ensure that developed products are robust, defect-free, meet performance requirements, and are within total quality management standards. When you join our Test group, you become part of a team that believes in knowledge sharing and collaboration and that is committed to using reliable and well-thought-out test engineering practices and technology to overcome any challenges. We are looking for someone who will take ownership of their career growth and who will actively seek opportunities to improve their skills and increase their technical knowledge. You will openly seek feedback and will develop a positive working relationship with the team. You will report to the Test Engineering Manager.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine system testing utilizing existing test collateral and test cases.
- Report any issues identified and documenting test results for follow-up.
- Work with the development team to characterize any issues found.
- Develop new test collateral and test cases in response to new product or system requirements.
- Develop knowledge of system testing practices.
- Seek and improve knowledge of system test development processes.
- Evaluate, challenge, and research possible solutions by looking for input from subject matter experts.
- Establish a timeline for assigned tasks/projects and report progress.
- Use test tools and methods to ensure full system test coverage is attained.
- Conduct informal presentations to small groups regarding specific technical topics.
- Stay current and be conversant with the latest networking technologies, industry trends and IT/OT best practices.
- Demonstrate curiosity in new technologies & products that could contribute to the Rockwell network offerings.
- Summarize and document Test outcomes.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience.
- Legal authorization to work in the US is required.
Nice-to-haves
- Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of Network/Test Engineering experience.
- Experience designing, implementing and troubleshooting network implementations.
- Experience designing, configuring and troubleshooting testbeds and test cases.
- Expert-level technical background in High-complexity Networking solutions and implementation strategies.
- Understanding of IT and OT convergence.
- Background in Test, specifically in testing of ethernet networks and testbed design for ethernet networks.
- Experience with network technologies including STP, VLANs, DTP, VTP, IGMP, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, HSRP, VRRP, Flex links, ACLs, DLR, PRP, HSR, MRP.
- Experience with Cisco IE/Stratix networking switches and routers.
- Ability to quickly obtain professional and expert level Cisco Certification (CCNA, CCDA, CCNP, CCDP, CCIE).
- Experience with Network management software and network diagnostics and utilities.
- Experience in Software or Product Development.
- Experience with Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley control products.
- Experience in Technical Leadership in a team environment.
Benefits
- Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
- 401k
- Paid Time off
- Parental and Caregiver Leave
- Flexible Work Schedule
