Research Engineer

Research Engineer

Verve, a part of Rockwell Automation, is on a mission to secure the world's critical infrastructure providers by bringing the tools and techniques of defense-in-depth strategies employed by best-in-breed IT practices to OT (Operational Technology). We're a team of software developers, controls engineers, product managers, designers, and security professionals working to build software solutions that keep the bedrock of modern-day life safe: power, oil, gas, water, chemicals, medicine and other industries.

We are seeking a dynamic Research Engineer to join our innovative team. In this role, you will be at the forefront of researching third-party software and hardware, supporting our development team's integration efforts. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a knack for independent learning, we want to hear from you! You will report to the Manager, Software Engineering and have a hybrid schedule working in Milwaukee, WI.

Your Responsibilities:

• Conduct research on third-party software, devices, and APIs.
• Document the functionality and integration points of third-party software, devices, and APIs.
• Collaborate with the development team to ensure accurate and detailed research findings.
• Develop Python proof of concepts to demonstrate integration capabilities.
• Collaborate with delivery staff and industry partners to gather and analyze data from the field

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent years of experience
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

• Hands-on experience with specialized industrial hardware including Rockwell, Siemens, and Schneider Electric systems, as well as protocols such as EtherNet/IP, BACnet, and Modbus.
• Familiarity with various API types (REST, SOAP, GraphQL, etc).
• Familiarity with HTTP, SSH, SNMP, or Modbus.
• Excellent research, analytical, and technical documentation skills.
• Basic knowledge of at least one programming or scripting language
• Proficiency in virtualization technologies such as VMware, Proxmox, or Hyper-V.
• Proficiency in tools such as Wireshark, Postman, Nmap, or Burp Suite.
• Familiarity with various tools in the IT security space such as backup, patching, and network management solutions.

What We Offer:

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
• To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

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.

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's hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.