Data Science Technical Consultant

Austin, Texas, United States | Mayfield Heights, Ohio, United States | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States

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, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers seeking to do their best work.

We are seeking a Data Science Technical Consultant to join our team and help deliver impactful industrial data solutions to our customers. This remote role blends technical expertise with consultative engagement, focusing on building and integrating data-driven solutions in industrial environments. This role involves technical deployment, data modeling, and process optimization to help clients improve throughput, reduce bottlenecks, and increase operational efficiency.

You will work closely with clients to understand operational challenges, design and implement solutions, and ensure successful deployment and adoption. This is a hands‑on role with a strong focus on industrial controls
, data integration and ingestion
, data modeling and visualization
, requiring both technical depth and domain knowledge. You will report to our Digital Consulting Principal and can work remotely.

• Collaborate with customers to define requirements and design tailored industrial data solutions.
• Work on-site with customers to understand their processes, constraints, and business objectives.
• Develop and deploy solutions using PLC programming
  , edge data acquisition technology (sensors, gateways, industrial PCs, etc.), and the development of process models
  .
• Develop models representing production flows and operational constraints.
• Integrate solutions with industrial equipment, including conveyors and packaging systems.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities to improve product flows.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the solution lifecycle — from concept to deployment.
• Document solution designs, workflows, and best practices.
• Support customer teams with training, troubleshooting, and optimization.

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. (no visa sponsorship).

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience.
• Strong proficiency in Logix programming (Rockwell Automation) and skills in Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and Function Block Diagram.
• Hands‑on experience with data acquisition software and protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
• Understanding of SCADA.
• 5+ years in manufacturing environments, with exposure to production line optimization, controls, and industrial automation.
• Experience in industrial automation, control systems, or manufacturing data environments.
• Experience with industrial data platforms.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, JavaScript, C#, .NET.
• Experience with FT Optix, Grafana, Influx DB, Machine Builder Libraries & Studio 5000.
• Solid domain knowledge in Filling & Packaging operations, including interaction with conveyor systems
  .
• Expertise with motion control systems, including servo motors, drives and conveyors.
• Familiarity with machine learning or statistical modeling in industrial contexts.
• Consulting experience in manufacturing or process industries.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a customer‑facing role.

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule
• To learn more about our benefits package, please visit

For this role, the Base Salary Compensation is from $ - $ USD annual, with an annual target bonus of 5% of base salary. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans.

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