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Auria · 1 month ago

Operational Technology (OT) Systems Engineer

Old Fort, NC

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Auria is a leading global supplier of highly-engineered systems for automotive flooring and other fiber-based solutions. They are seeking an Operational Technology (OT) Systems Engineer to enhance OT device data acquisition, management, and operational processes while integrating enterprise IT and cybersecurity best practices into manufacturing environments.

AutomotiveProduct DesignTransportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Plan and execute projects focused on supporting plant staff in integrating shop floor equipment with business systems to improve overall operational effectiveness

Coordinate with cross-functional technical resources (IT, cybersecurity, maintenance, engineering, operations, and others) to ensure project milestones and goals are achieved

Stay current with emerging technologies and trends in industrial automation, Industrial IoT (IIot) data analytics, and OT cybersecurity

Establish and implement data collection frameworks for OT environments, enabling real-time monitoring and historical analysis

Support predictive maintenance, process optimization, and quality improvement initiatives through data analytics

Define data inputs and outputs that support AI-driven insights, in collaboration with data management and automation teams

Coordinate the implementation of AI tools that enhance operational efficiency

Develop and maintain documentation for system architecture, configurations, and operational procedures

Instill enterprise IT best practices in the manufacturing OT environments

Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to assess risks, implement security controls, and ensure compliance with relevant standards

Support operations teams in responding to security incidents, vulnerabilities, and anomalies

Serve as the primary liaison between vendors, internal stakeholders, and technical teams

Develop and deliver training sessions for stakeholders, ensuring technology adoption and operational effectiveness of the integrated systems

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

IT/OT integrationIndustrial automationData analyticsCybersecurity best practicesIndustrial IoT (IIoT)SCADA systemsPLC programmingPlex MES AutomationStakeholder managementChange managementDisaster recovery planningCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Systems, Industrial Technology, or a related field, preferred

Five (5) or more years of experience in technical leadership within manufacturing, industrial automation, or IT/OT integration

Minimum of ten (10) years in a role focused in IT, OT, and/or control systems

Proven experience integrating manufacturing OT systems with ERP/MES systems, preferably Plex and Plex MES Automation and Orchestration (Plex A&O, formerly Mach2)

Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills

Expertise in global Industrial IoT (IIot) platforms, with PTC Kepware proficiency being highly preferred

Strong understanding of OT systems, industrial network protocols, and shop floor technologies (e.g., SCADA, PLCs, sensors)

Experience with Industry 4.0, IIoT, and smart manufacturing initiatives

Familiarity with CMMS/EAM platforms, predictive maintenance strategies, and equipment performance monitoring

Understanding of how to apply IT best practices to OT environments, to include asset management, change management, disaster recovery planning, and others

Experience with Zero Trust frameworks and cybersecurity tools (e.g., firewalls, NAC, SIEM)

Hands-on experience with visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Ignition, or similar)

Benefits

An opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental and vision plan.

Fertility Benefits available for those enrolled in our medical plan for financial support of treatment options.

Parental Leave and Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits for salaried employees.

Tuition Reimbursement available for eligible employees to continue education.

Auria matches 50% of your contributions up to 8%, for a maximum Auria match of 4%.

Salary Continuation & Long Term Disability (LTD).

Company

Auria

Auria is an automotive supplier that offers engineered systems, flooring systems, insulators, absorbers, and accessories.

Founded in 2017

Birmingham, Birmingham, GBR

1001-5000 employees

https://www.auriasolutions.com/

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