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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
We are looking for a inventive AI engineer/scientist to help build the next generation of AI-native industrial automation systems powered by latest edge compute platforms.
You will focus on developing intelligent systems capable of real-time learning, reasoning, optimization, and autonomous operation. These systems operate directly within industrial environments, bringing advanced AI capabilities closer to machines, processes, and operational decision making. You will work at the convergence of edge AI, industrial automation, autonomous systems, embedded intelligence, and real-time operational analytics to help define how you design and operate future industrial systems.
This role focuses on redefining industrial automation through AI-native system design. The company embeds intelligence directly at the edge, making it capable of learning, adapting, and operating autonomously in real-world environments. You will work on frontier challenges involving real-time AI, autonomous operation, optimization, and industrial-scale deployment while helping shape the future of intelligent industrial infrastructure.
You will report to the Director AI and have a hybrid work schedule, working from Austin, TX
Responsibilities
Develop AI-native industrial systems capable of:
Real-time reasoning and decision making
Adaptive process optimization
Autonomous operational behaviors
Continuous learning from operational data
Intelligent coordination across distributed industrial assets
Design and deploy AI solutions on latest edge compute platforms with advanced CPU/GPU acceleration capabilities
Build architectures that combine:
Generative AI and small language models
Machine learning and reinforcement learning
Optimization and control systems
Streaming analytics and event-driven intelligence
Distributed and edge-native AI inference
Ensure low-latency AI execution directly within industrial environments while balancing performance, reliability, and operational constraints
Integrate AI capabilities with industrial automation systems, robotics platforms, sensors, controllers, and operational infrastructure
Collaborate with diverse teams spanning AI research, controls engineering, embedded systems, and industrial operations
The Essentials - You Will Have:
The Preferred - You Might Also Have:
Typically requires 5+ years relevant experience
Background in the following:
Edge AI systems
Machine learning systems engineering
Autonomous systems
Industrial AI
Embedded or distributed AI architectures
Experience developing and deploying AI applications in resource-constrained or real-time environments
Software engineering skills in Python and modern AI/ML frameworks
Familiarity with:
Edge inference optimization
GPU-accelerated computing
Streaming and real-time systems
Distributed AI architectures
Control and optimization systems
Bridge advanced AI concepts with practical deployment in operational environments
Curiosity, creativity, and a passion for building intelligent systems that interact directly with the physical world
Bonus Experience
What We Offer
This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation
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.