EPC Partner Activation Manager

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

The EPC Partner Activation Manager is responsible for driving strategic engagement, activation, and growth of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) partners. You will ensure alignment across sales, technical, and partner teams to position solutions early in project lifecycles and accelerate participation in large-scale capital projects (e.g., data centers, energy, industrial).

You will report to the Director, Global EPC and work in a hybrid environment from a Rockwell Automation office location.

• Identify, prioritize, and engage key EPCs across target industries (data centers, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing)
• Develop and execute account activation plans for top EPC partners globally
• Build multi-level relationships (executive, project, engineering, procurement)
• Position early involvement in FEED/FRS/specification phases

• Lead the global EPC program framework (governance, KPIs, engagement model)
• Track pipeline, pursuits, and partner engagement across regions
• Drive cross-functional alignment (Sales, Business Units, Marketing, Supply Chain)
• Establish standard operating rhythms (QBRs, cadence calls, pipeline reviews)

• Influence specifications and standards (e.g., controls, electrical, automation)
• Support strategic pursuits and bid strategies with EPCs
• Facilitate early technical engagement and solution positioning
• Identify whitespace opportunities and expansion within EPC accounts

• Develop joint value propositions with EPC partners
• Align on go-to-market strategies (verticals, regions, priority clients)
• Support partnership agreements, frameworks, and preferred vendor positioning
• Monitor competitive landscape and partner sentiment

• Identify risks in project pipeline (schedule, scope, spec alignment)
• Escalate and resolve issues impacting EPC engagement or positioning
• Ensure consistency and quality in partner interactions globally

• Bachelor's Degree
• 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.

• 5+ years of experience in EPCs, industrial automation, or large capital projects.
• Experience with EPC business models and project lifecycle (FEED → EPC → commissioning)
• 5+ years of experience in partner management or program management
• Commercial and technical acumen (controls, electrical, automation)

• 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.
• To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

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.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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For this role, the Base Salary Compensation is from $102,560 - $153,840 with an annual target bonus of 5% of base salary. Our benefits for the US can be found here.Actual pay will be based on factors such as skills, knowledge, education, and experience.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. 

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

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.