People are confused about Jeff Bezos' new startup Prometheus that just came out of stealth with $12 billion in funding and a $41 billion valuation. When news broke about the venture last year, many assumed it was the Amazon and Blue Origin founder's foray into the physical AI goldrush. Others thought it was yet another LLM. A few weeks ago, Bezos said it was more like a "very advanced" version of CAD software. But there are a million Text to CAD startups right now, and none of them have funding anywhere near $1 billion, let alone $12 billion. Bezos and Prometheus co-founder Vik Bajaj, a former Google/Veriliy exec, gave the most detailed explanation of what they're doing this in an interview with CNBC. Bezos said they're developing an "artificial general engineer" to design, test, simulate, and manufacture complex physical products like jet engines, spacecraft, medical devices, consumer electronics, industrial machinery, and buildings. He said the goal is to shorten the "invention loop," accelerating the path from idea to finished product. "The idea that you might build a set of tools that can actually do engineering, an artificial general engineer, it's a dream that we've had ... for decades," he said. "But it's never really been possible." The technology, as described, could be disruptive several layers of industry at once: - CAD/PLM and digital engineering software companies like Autodesk, Dassault Systèmes, Siemens, Ansys, Altair, and Hexagon AB; - Industrial automation and manufacturing software players like Siemens, Rockwell Automation, Honeywell, Schneider Electric, and Emerson - Manufacturing execution systems (MES) like Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell FactoryTalk, ProductionCentre, DELMIA, SAP Digital Manufacturing, Tulip, and AVEVA The most disruptive version of Prometheus would sit across design, simulation, sourcing, production planning, testing, quality control, and factory optimization. The way Bezos talks about it makes it seem like it could compress years of engineering iteration into months or weeks. He told CNBC that Prometheus and other next-gen AI tools will lead to a labor shortage, not mass unemployment. "Six thousand years ago, somebody invented the plough and we all got wealthier. Much later, somebody invented the steam engine and we all got wealthier," he said. "These things drive productivity."

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Check out this prototype implementation demonstrating Margo interoperability through the deployment, operation, and monitoring of Rockwell Automation’s FactoryTalk Optix application on a Siemens Industrial Edge device. hubs.la/Q04l9XqB0

Aquí tienes una versión adaptada para X, más breve y directa: 📊 De los datos al ROI industrial ¿Cuánto cuesta una parada no programada? Con la integración de FactoryTalk Optix y Plex APM, es posible transformar datos de planta en información accionable para anticipar fallas, optimizar el mantenimiento y maximizar la disponibilidad de los activos. Menos interrupciones. Menores costos. Mayor productividad. #Industria40 #SmartManufacturing #DigitalTransformation #AssetPerformanceManagement #IndustrialAutomation #OperationalExcellence #ECNAutomation

Proud moment! 🎉PointMax I/O and FactoryTalk Design Workbench software were recognized in the Control Engineering and Plant Engineering 2026 POY Awards. Thank you for inspiring us to innovate and lead in industrial technology! #NewProductsROK rok.auto/FTDesignWorkbench

Complete Industrial Automation Engineer Roadmap ⚙️🏭🔥 🧠 STEP 1: Learn Electrical & Automation Basics ✔ Electrical Fundamentals ✔ Sensors & Actuators ✔ Industrial Circuits ✔ Control Panels ✔ Motor Fundamentals 🛠 Technologies to Learn: ✔ Relays & Contactors ✔ VFDs ✔ Servo Motors ✔ Industrial Power Systems ⚡ STEP 2: Learn PLC Programming ✔ Ladder Logic ✔ Function Block Diagrams ✔ Sequential Control ✔ Timers & Counters ✔ Industrial Troubleshooting 🛠 PLC Platforms to Learn: ✔ Siemens PLC ✔ Allen-Bradley ✔ Mitsubishi PLC ✔ Schneider Electric 📊 STEP 3: Learn SCADA & HMI Systems ✔ Industrial Monitoring ✔ Visualization Systems ✔ Alarm Management ✔ Process Control ✔ Real-Time Dashboards 🛠 Tools to Learn: ✔ WinCC ✔ Wonderware ✔ Ignition SCADA ✔ FactoryTalk 🤖 STEP 4: Learn Industrial Networking ✔ Modbus ✔ Profinet ✔ OPC UA ✔ Ethernet/IP ✔ MQTT for Industrial IoT 🛠 Concepts to Learn: ✔ Industrial Communication ✔ Network Diagnostics ✔ Edge Connectivity 🏭 STEP 5: Learn Robotics & Smart Manufacturing ✔ Industrial Robots ✔ CNC Automation ✔ Conveyor Systems ✔ Machine Vision ✔ Predictive Maintenance 🛠 Technologies to Explore: ✔ ABB Robotics ✔ FANUC ✔ KUKA ✔ Vision Systems ☁️ STEP 6: Learn Industrial IoT & Cloud Integration ✔ IoT Sensors ✔ Edge Computing ✔ Telemetry Systems ✔ Cloud Monitoring ✔ Remote Automation 🛠 Platforms to Learn: ✔ AWS IoT ✔ Azure IoT ✔ Node-RED ✔ Kafka Basics 🔄 STEP 7: Learn AI & Advanced Automation ✔ AI-based Monitoring ✔ Anomaly Detection ✔ Autonomous Inspection ✔ Digital Twins ✔ Self-Healing Systems 🛠 Tools to Explore: ✔ Python ✔ TensorFlow Basics ✔ OpenCV ✔ NVIDIA Jetson 🔥 STEP 8: Build Real Projects ✔ Smart Factory Dashboard ✔ PLC-based Conveyor Automation ✔ AI Quality Inspection System ✔ Predictive Maintenance Platform ✔ Autonomous Warehouse Workflow 💡 The best way to become an Industrial Automation Engineer: 👉 Learn Electrical Systems → Master PLCs → Automate Machines → Connect Industrial Data → Build Intelligent Factories Follow @Alacritic_Super for insights on tech.

Thinking about it but I’d have to move deeper into North Carolina. It’s a short automation job description. I do way more than this. I’m good as shit at it. $45/hr but I dunno. It’s a contract for “12 months”. HUGE RED FLAG. Major red flag. That’s code for “Indians get a cut for recruiting and your supervisor is a fat black woman with clacky nails.” This state sucks hairy taint mostly. About the Job
The Automation Technician supports automated manufacturing equipment by monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and providing first-line technical support to production. The role also supports engineering initiatives, continuous improvement, and project execution, while helping ensure systems remain safe, compliant, and in a qualified state. This position does not perform hands-on maintenance activities. Key Responsibilities · Follow all safety requirements; promote safe operating and work practices. · Perform work in accordance with cGMPs and approved procedures. · Monitor equipment performance, troubleshoot issues, and help minimize production delays. · Use equipment performance data to identify quality and reliability improvement opportunities. · Communicate effectively with operations, engineering, and maintenance to plan repairs and changes with minimal disruption. · Partner with cross-functional teams to develop or improve equipment designs, procedures, studies, and operating/maintenance strategies. · Support engineering by documenting findings, creating action plans, sharing equipment capability knowledge, and implementing tools/training to improve team proficiency. · Participate in periodic equipment state reviews. · Plan and execute small equipment/process improvement projects and change implementations. Minimum Requirements · High school diploma or GED. · 2 years of automation experience. · Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship. · Ability to meet background check and drug screening requirements. Preferred Qualifications · Experience working safely in a collaborative manufacturing environment. · Experience in a GMP-regulated facility. · Instrumentation experience and PLC/HMI programming skills. · Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View SE experience. · Strong technical writing skills; proficient with Microsoft Word and Excel. · Ability to work independently with strong organization, attention to detail, and flexibility. · Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-service mindset. · Experience with highly automated equipment. · Experience with B&R automation platforms (preferred). · Knowledge of parenteral/packaging equipment and manufacturing operations. · Experience with CMMS tools such as Maximo (or similar).

🚨 حساب TheSweetNight ينشر ادعاء باستهداف نظام SCADA لمنشأة معالجة مياه وصرف صحي في ولاية آيوا الأمريكية 🇺🇸 حيث نشر الحساب صورًا متعددة تُظهر واجهات FactoryTalk ViewPoint مرتبطة بشركة Automatic Systems Co. (ASC) إلى جانب لقطة مزعومة لتنبيه اغلاق للنظام ، 🔹 بحسب المنشور، المجموعة ادعت بـ: • إيقاف وقفل نظام SCADA الخاص بمحطة Clarion في ولاية آيوا • الوصول إلى لوحات HMI تشمل المضخات، الـ Wet Well، الـ Blowers، تدفقات Influent/Effluent، وإنذارات UV • الاطلاع على لوحة إعدادات الإنذارات (Alarm Description, Alarm Disable, Delay, Dialer) • تنفيذ عمليات alarm shelving عبر الـ Backend (بحسب مخرجات الـ console المنشورة) 🔹 عن الجهة: Automatic Systems Co. (ASC) شركة أمريكية متخصصة في حلول SCADA والتكامل لمرافق المعالجة البلدية، خاصة محطات مياه الشرب والصرف الصحي. 🔎 لا يوجد حتى الآن أي تأكيد مستقل على حدوث تأثير تشغيلي فعلي على مرفق Clarion.

FactoryTalk Design Workbench software version 1.01 is here! Experience the new Run Mode Change feature for seamless logic updates and variable changes. Learn more about this enhancement and minimize downtime with greater efficiency now! rok.auto/4uu3QDb #NewProductsROK

Pima Controls successfully organized the Advanced FactoryTalk Optix CPT 2026 training in Ahmedabad! From April 27–29, we brought together industry professionals for a 3-day, hands-on learning experience focused on the future of visualization and industrial automation.

Rockwell Automation explains how containerized deployments with FactoryTalk Optix can help manufacturers reduce environment drift and standardize OT rollouts across machines, edge systems, and cloud environments for more repeatable updates. Read more from @ROKAutomation here: automationalley.com/2026/04/…

Any control engineer born after 1973 can't relay logic, all they know is buy fanless mini-PC at enormous markup, install Windows Server 2016, break FactoryTalk Administration Console, and call Rockwell support hotline

FactoryTalk Design Workbench software version 1 is nominated for Control Engineering's 2026 Product of the Year award in the Industrial Software & AI for Operations category. Vote now and help us to win! #NewProductsROK rok.auto/4dkPU97

Castle & Key implemented Ignition — an industrial automation platform for SCADA, HMI, IIoT, and more — with the help of Gray AES to replace an outdated FactoryTalk system. See the full case study: bit.ly/4khjIEm #ItStartsWithIgnition

Boost your productivity with FactoryTalk Design Workbench software. Experience faster program uploads/downloads, consistent workflows, and efficient content management. Discover more: rok.auto/4s3bnrT #NewProductsROK

Omori makes a premium entry into pharma packing with a value-chain upgrade via 21 CFR Part 11-compliant blister packaging machines, targeting high-end pharma and biotech markets that require strict digital records and audit trails, including regulated packaging equipment for US FDA markets; few Indian vendors offer such systems. Vadodara facility will assemble high-precision multi-axis Rockwell Automation set up (CompactLogix™ controllers, Kinetix® Servo drives, FactoryTalk®  Optix™ SCADA software) Messung, GIC, Aeron, etc. have domestic capability to mfg alternatives for many components—PLCs, servo drives & SCADA systems. *Rockwell set up is proprietary; non-proprietary parts are locally sourced.