.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 DescriptionThe Technology Consultant is a technical resource for Rockwell Automation technology and products within their area(s) of expertise. Deliver proof of concept, after sales support, and is a trusted advisor to the sales organization and channel. They are responsible for technical support in pre-sales activities for a specific range of products within a defined geography.You will report to Technology Manager SWC & ITD.Main Responsibilities:* Be the technical product expert and focal point in the region/country for the product range* Facilitate and provide product-based training to the sales team & channel.* Co-operate with the sales team in promoting the product range to all customers with presentations, demonstrations, proof of concepts, performance tests and similar activities.* Present proposals.* Define and explain product differentiators and values versus competition.* Analyze products, have knowledge of competitor's strategy, further define differentiators.* Participate in trade shows, seminars and similar marketing activities, offering demonstrations and product expertise with customers where needed* Support market access (Distributor & Systems Integrators) to ensure their capability in expressing the value and demonstration of RA product or technologies* Assist Business Lead in launch of new products to the sales team and channel.* Validate and resolve compatibility issues of products within architectural solutions and provide guidance to customers/sales team.* Seek out and participate in both training opportunities to develop technical skills.* Update customers on new products and technology as related to customer's industry and application needs as a resource to the named account team.* Provide product gap and development feedback to appropriate department.* Share insights with peers.* Work with Tech Support on post sales product issues.* Understand business models, organization and go-to-market strategy, leverageSkills, Knowledge, Experience and Education* Bachelor's degree in an engineering/technical related field or equivalent.* Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience* Solution and application expertise, and related demonstrated sales experience
