What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Specialist position at CED?
We are seeking a motivated Automation Specialist to support the growth of our Industrial Automation business. This role serves as a technical resource for customers, sales personnel, and manufacturer partners, with a primary focus on Rockwell Automation hardware and software solutions.
The Automation Specialist will work alongside our senior Automation Specialist in a structured mentorship program to develop expertise in industrial automation products, software licensing, and application support. Over time, this individual will become a subject matter expert in FactoryTalk software offerings, including FactoryTalk Optix, FactoryTalk Emulate3D, and ASEM 6300 industrial computing and visualization platforms, and our Networking Encompass Partners such as Cisco, Dell, Microsoft, Fortinet to name a few, while also developing as a trusted advisor on Network Infrastructure, IT/OT Convergence, Data acquisition/dashboarding.
This position focuses on technical product support, customer education, application guidance, and business development. It does not involve system integration, programming services, or implementation of customer automation systems.