IT Database Engineer

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

You will be an IT database engineer to operate, focused on developing solutions in the application space .You will collaborate with partners along with fellow team members and technical engineers in the delivery of business solutions. You will be asked to bring solid expertise with technical capabilities along in how IT can help ensure the Connected Enterprise. You are and able to understand our needs.

You will report to the Team Lead - IT, and work in a hybrid capacity from our base location

Responsibilities for IT Database Engineer

• Configure, test, and support applications within Rockwell's Manufacturing Execution System (MES) environment (FTPC – FactoryTalk Production Center), focusing on Oracle database functionality.
• Design and modify database objects, including stored procedures and views.
• Develop custom reports and data extracts to meet end-user requirements.
• Collaborate with internal customers and stakeholders in design sessions, offering technical solutions, configuration guidance, and system recommendations.
• Analyze and troubleshoot reported issues, implementing defect fixes and system enhancements.
• Create and maintain monitoring solutions for IT systems; monitor and analyze system and execution logs.
• Provide technical support to internal customers, including periodic on-call coverage.
• Partner with the Digital Manufacturing, Engineering, Data, and Design teams on data analytics requests.
• Maintain and update technical documentation, including knowledge base and user guides.

Qualifications

• Strong collaboration skills, with experience partnering with development teams on database design and optimization strategies.
• Proficient in SQL and relational database management; Extensive experience with Azure SQL Databases and relational data modeling.
• Skilled in query tuning, indexing, and capacity planning to optimize database performance.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Understanding of manufacturing environments and processes.
• Experience performing root cause analysis to identify data or process improvement opportunities.
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams in dynamic, agile environments.
• Ability to monitor performance metrics and proactively address scalability challenges.
• Education & Experience: Graduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field with 2+ years in an IT Engineer role.

Preferred Experience:

• Reporting tools such as SSRS or Power BI.
• Experience in manufacturing settings.
• SQL query optimization and performance tuning.
• Exposure to other relational databases (e.g., MS SQL).
• Knowledge of programming languages (Java, JavaScript, C#, PowerShell, Oracle Forms).
• Familiarity with code management (e.g., GitLab) and agile tools (e.g., Jira).
• Experience with Azure Data Bricks.
• Understanding of database security, access controls, and data governance compliance.
• Exposure to emerging manufacturing technologies and cloud database platforms (Azure SQL, Oracle Cloud).

Our benefits package includes …

• Comprehensive mindfulness programs with a premium membership to Calm
• Volunteer Paid Time off available after 6 months of employment for eligible employees.
• 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

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.

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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.