Senior Consulting Manager

Rockwell Automation

Consulting Senior Manager at Rockwell Automation leading business development and delivering consulting services. Overseeing key industry platforms while mentoring and enhancing team capabilities.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeIllinois, Maryland, Ohio, Texas, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $152,000 - $228,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and drive business development initiatives to expand our client base and grow revenue within the designated platform area.
Identify and pursue new market opportunities, develop client relationships, and create tailored proposals that showcase our value proposition.
Collaborate with internal teams to align on go-to-market strategies and ensure seamless execution of business development plans.
Oversee and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality consulting engagements that meet and exceed client expectations.
Provide strategic guidance to clients, leveraging industry or domain expertise to help them achieve their business goals.
Mentor and lead project teams, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.
Drive the development and enhancement of consulting capabilities within your platform area, ensuring our team stays ahead of industry trends and maintains a competitive edge.
Develop and deliver training programs, best practices, and knowledge-sharing initiatives to build the skills and expertise of our consultants.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new tools, methodologies, and technologies that enhance our consulting offerings.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Relevant Field
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 ability to travel as needed, potentially up to 50% of the time.
8+ years of consulting experience, with at least 3 to 5 years in a leadership or management role.
6+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with a strong focus on automation and controls
Deep expertise in a specific industry, domain, or service line, with a strong track record of delivering impactful consulting solutions.
Proven expertise in process control systems, including DCS, PLC, SCADA, and HMI platforms
Deep understanding of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) frameworks
Hands-on experience with asset management and predictive/preventive maintenance strategies
Strong knowledge of OT data management, including data historians, edge computing, and integration with IT systems
Demonstrated ability to lead or support automation projects from concept through commissioning
Familiarity with ISA-95 and ISA-88 standards for manufacturing systems integration
Experience working in regulated or high-compliance environments (e.g., food & beverage, pharma, mining, or heavy industry)

Benefits

Comp & perks

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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

consulting experienceleadershipmanufacturing operationsautomationprocess control systemsDCSPLCSCADAHMIManufacturing Execution Systems

Soft Skills

business developmentclient relationship managementstrategic guidancementoringcollaborationcontinuous improvementtraining program developmentknowledge sharinggo-to-market strategy alignmentproject team leadership