Manufacturing Specialist

Roles and responsibilities

Key Accountabilities

Leadership and Strategy:

• Develop and execute the multiyear strategic roadmap for OT technology in alignment with organizational goals
• Lead a Partner team of OT professionals, including engineers and analysts, providing mentorship and guidance
• Collaborate with IT, engineering, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of OT systems with enterprise technology

Solution Design and Development:

• Lead the design and development of OT solutions that align with business requirements and operational goals
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify needs, gather requirements, and develop customized solutions
• Ensure that OT solutions are scalable, dependable, and integrate seamlessly with existing systems

Project Management:

• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of OT projects, including planning, execution, and deployment
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets to achieve project objectives on schedule and within scope as per dev-ops/agile principles
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and address any project-related issues

System Implementation and Optimization:

• Supervise the deployment and configuration of OT systems, including hardware and software components
• Monitor system performance and implement optimizations to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Conduct regular reviews and assessments to ensure systems meet operational requirements and performance standards

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical expertise and leadership in the development and integration of OT solutions
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovation
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for OT systems, including architecture, configurations, and user manuals

Security and Compliance:

• Implement and enforce security measures to protect OT systems from cyber threats and vulnerabilities
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and internal policies related to OT systems
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to maintain system integrity and security

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Function as the primary point of contact for OT solution-related inquiries and support
• Engage with business units, IT teams, and external vendors to ensure successful solution deployment and integration
• Provide training and support to end-users to facilitate effective utilization of OT solutions

Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for process improvements and recommend innovative solutions to enhance operational performance
• Evaluate modern technologies and tools that could be leveraged to advance OT capabilities and drive efficiency

Desired candidate profile

Functional Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field; master’s degree or relevant certifications preferred
• 10+ Years of experience in operational technology, industrial automation, or a related field
• Proven experience in managing and leading OT technology projects and teams
• Strong understanding of OT systems, including SCADA, MES, DCS, PLCs, and industrial networking
• Experience with cybersecurity principles and practices relevant to OT environments
• Excellent critical thinking skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Strong Project Delivery experience using dev ops and agile methodology
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with diverse teams
• Relevant certifications (e.g., 4.0, CISSP, CISM, or industry-specific certifications) are a plus