Job vacancy Operational Technology Application Engineer

Job Description:

• Troubleshooting in case of complex problems / malfunctions in the hardware and software of the automation (such as client / server / hosting / network / PLC / SCADA / HMI / MES); Both internal and external central point of contact for automation, being aware of new technologies in the field of automation; Intermediary for OT in combination with IT;
• Responsible for the effectiveness, improvement and safeguarding of automated business processes, including ensuring the correct long-term vision in the field of automation;
• Apply lifecycle management to the OT asset register;
• Responsible for software change management and keeping changes & modifications up to date (change control).
• Optimizing our cyber security. Nowadays an increasingly important part within the OT department.

Requirements:

• Minimum a Bachelor education, preferably in the area of Industrial Automation, Industrial Engineering Management or related studies with an Industrial Automation affinity.
• >3 year experience in Operational Technology, managing projects within industrial automation or similar
• Knowledge of automation in the areas of: Server and PC system(Aveva Wonderware, VMware, Microsoft Windows environment) and Industrial Networks
• Knowledge of Industrial automation ISA-95 level 1,2,& 3
• Knowledge of PLC programming(Siemens is an advantage) including integration with MES
• Good understanding of industry best practices, policies and regulations concerning OT (e.g. ITIL)
• Personnel supervision(of technical teams, contractors or 3rd parties)
• Strong conceptual thinker that understands the specific requirements and challenges when working with an OT domain.
• Participation in the start-up of technical equipment and/or production line(s)
• Exposure to TPM, preventive maintenance planning and/or maintenance execution is desired but not required