About the role
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 who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us! Job Description As a Materials Engineering lab technician, you will be responsible for execution several tasks, tests and experiments, carried out in a laboratory setting, under the direction of chemists and materials engineers. Additionally, you will be responsible for regular maintenance of laboratory equipment as well maintaining inventory of lab supplies. You will report to the manager of Chemistry and Materials Engineering and will obtain daily direction from engineers working in an accelerated corrosion lab. This role is intended to be a year-round position. Students typically work 15 hrs./week during the school year and closer to 40 hrs./week during the summer and during breaks. Location: On-site, Milwaukee, WI (Headquarters). This role does not provide relocation assistance. Your
Responsibilities: Perform setup and operation of product corrosion tests in simulated harsh industrial environments. Also, perform post-test tear down analysis on exposed products and document the results. Receive samples, and set up products for test. This may include sample prep using machining or cutting equipment, use of lab equipment such as analytical balances. Set up the test chamber(s) for specific environmental conditions and daily monitor both the test equipment and products under test for correct operation Ensure an uninterrupted supply of consumable lab supplies to avoid unnecessary test changes Disassemble products and perform post-test optical analysis The Essentials - You Will Have: Must be pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university Legal authorization to work in the US is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening The Preferred - You Might Also Have: Familiarity with chemical and materials lab environment Materials Science Engineering major Preference will be given to students with previous internship experience Minimum Sophomore standing at an accredited college or university accredited (completed at least freshman year) Basic electrical skills Work with hand and power tools Lift up to 50 pounds Can commit to part-time (10-15 hours) during the school year Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 Local to Milwaukee area Work in
the role year round if needed What We Offer: Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm Company volunteer and donation matching program – Your volunteer hours or personal cash donations to an eligible charity can be matched with a charitable donation. Employee Assistance Program Personalized wellbeing programs through our OnTrack program On-demand digital course library for professional development ... and other local
benefits! For this role, the Base Hourly
Compensation is from $23 - $32. Our
benefits for the US can be found here. Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience. At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles. This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and
compensation. #LI-DS1 #LI-Onsite #LI-DNI We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247. Rockwell Automation, Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 28,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing the Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com. We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!
About Plex Systems, Inc.
Plex Systems is a global leader in smart manufacturing that delivers the first smart manufacturing platform that empowers innovators to make awesome products. Plex gives process and discrete manufacturers the ability to connect, automate, track, and analyze every aspect of their business—from the shop floor to the top floor—to drive business transformation. Built in the cloud, the Plex Smart Manufacturing Platform includes MES, ERP, supply chain planning, Industrial IoT, quality, and analytics to connect people, systems, machines, and supply chains, enabling them to lead with precision, efficiency, and agility in an ever-changing market.
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Job details
Salary
$23 - $32
Location
Milwaukee, WI
Funding
Total raised
$194M
Last stage
Growth
Investors
Founders
Robert Beatty
Founder
Jerry Foster
Founder & Chief Technology Officer
What happens next.
No applications, no recruiter spam. Just the intro.
Confirm the fit
A few questions to make sure this role is the right shape for you. Two minutes.
I pitch you to the company
I write the intro, send it to the founder, and handle the back-and-forth.
A meeting lands on your calendar
If they’re a yes, I book the chat. You show up — that’s the whole job-hunt.
