Research Scientist Prague, Praha

Research Scientist

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**:
Rockwell Automation’s Advanced Technology (AT) research team in Prague is seeking **research scientist in one of the following areas**:
- AI/ML/Data-Driven Control
- Cloud Networking and Communications
- Industrial Networking Protocols and Information Models
- System Security
Advanced Technology is Rockwell Automation’s corporate-level research organization, engaged in high-impact R&D aimed at delivering step-change performance. We work on the cutting edge. We are looking for a specialist and talent in just one selected area of those options. We plan to cover all of them in the long term, starting with those areas where the best talents are available now. Please find more details about the related field of interest below.
**General position responsibilities and qualifications**
**General responsibilities**
- Perform research and prototyping on multidisciplinary engineering problems with a focus on the selected area.
- Represent Rockwell Automation’s Advanced Technology laboratory on appropriate internal and external committees and boards. Efforts likely include national and international standards committee work.
- Collaborate with external vendors, research partners, and standards development organizations to help develop and test new technologies and influence the direction and features of future commercial products.
- Perform literature reviews, hands-on prototyping, experimentation, demonstration, and documentation as needed to support assigned work.
- Identify and document intellectual property.
- Perform other tasking as required.
**General minimum qualifications**
- Master’s degree in one of the following, also based on the selected field: Physics, Mechatronics, Systems Engineering, Control Engineering (inclusive of Robotics and Autonomous Systems), Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Computing, Applied Mathematics & Computer Science, Mathematics
- At least 5 years of experience in the selected field (includes graduate work, master’s degree counts for 2 years of experience, doctorate counts for 5 years of experience).
- Experience in a Research and Development (R&D) and/or Technology Development environment
- Demonstrated proficiency in at least one computer programming language.
- Strong and demonstrated proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
- Legal authorization to work within Prague, Czech Republic.
**General desired qualifications**
- Advanced degree (PhD in a related field).
- Proficient in generating technical documentation in LaTeX.
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages, such as Python, Julia, Matlab, R, Javascript, Java, C#, C / C++, Go, Rust, etc.
- Early-stage technology development and transfer experience.
- High emotional intelligence / demonstrated focus on relationships and collaboration.
- Demonstrated ability for abstract thought.
- Experience in front-end technology development and product opportunity identification.
- Ability to lead others through influence.
- Demonstrated project management skills/PMP.
- Strong written, verbal and presentation skills - published papers, conference presentations, business engagement experience.
- Proficient in spoken and written Czech.
**What do we offer**
- Flexible and hybrid working
- Modern offices in Holešovice
- Competitive reward including annual bonus
- Meal allowance
- 5 weeks holiday
- 5 well-being days
- Premium healthcare and mental health support
- Multisport card
- Development and career growth opportunities
- Volunteering and donation programs
- Inclusive workplace
- Pension contribution
- Group life insurance
**More details for different areas follow - please select one based on your area of expertise.**
**AI/ML/Data-Driven Control**
**Responsibilities**
- Perform research and prototyping on multidisciplinary engineering problems with a focus on AI/ML/data-driven control, automatic control, motion control, and motor control.
**Minimum qualifications**
- Expertise in control theory.
- Proficient in at least one multiphysics simulation, modeling and analysis tool.
**Desired qualifications**
- Experience in digital and analog circu

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