Summary Job title: Automation Specialist Job ID: 202498760003 Department: Automation Solutions Group (ASG) Location: KS-Liberal 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. *Job is hiring in Liberal, Garden City, Dodge City* Reports to: Solution Consultant Manager 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: · Demonstrates the ability to describe and apply the fundamentals of programmable controllers, I/O, HMI, safety, industrial computers, system network design, design software, operations software, and plant maintenance software in manufacturing environments. · Understands legacy products and provides modernization guidance from legacy products to latest technology. · Good technical writing & presentation skills with ability to present RA’s value proposition to mid / large size groups of customers (external and internal) both commercially and technically. · Leading disciplined sales process to identify automation opportunities · Uses configuration tools such as Proposal Works to configure core products. · Provides guidance to customers on the proper installation and configuration of core products. · Communicate commercial and technical product issues to Rockwell Automation Domain Experts and business units. · Ability to develop an internal training plan for your territory CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran Benefits: Benefits available for this position are: + Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Care for full-time positions + Life Insurance + 401(k) + Paid Sick Leave + Paid Holidays + Paid Vacation + Paid Parental Leave