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Experience | Scalability | Efficiency By Design
Senior Automation Engineer, OT
Location
United States
Posted
50 days ago
Salary
$150K - $160K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Automation Engineer, OT
Vantage Data Centers
• Design, configure, and maintain OT networks using Cisco Stratix switches and industrial firewalls • Configure and maintain OT network switches, firewalls and security solutions to include troubleshooting, upgrading, and maintaining • Implement and troubleshoot DLR and REP topologies for high availability and fault tolerance • Implement and manage security controls and technologies specific to OT environments, such as intrusion detection systems (IDS), firewalls, and network monitoring tools • Develop and support automation solutions using Rockwell Automation PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, etc.) • Build and maintain SCADA systems using Inductive Automation Ignition, including tag configuration, scripting, and dashboard development • Collaborate with IT and OT teams to ensure secure and reliable integration between enterprise and plant floor systems • Collaborate with compliance teams to conduct assessments and audits • Perform network diagnostics, monitoring, and performance tuning • Maintain documentation for network architecture, PLC programs, and SCADA configurations • Support commissioning and startup activities for new automation systems • Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards and best practices in OT environments • Support the start-up and testing of complex control systems that are tied to the OT network • Provide 24/7/365 tier 2 support to the Automation Services team on a rotating basis for network issues
Job Requirements
- Degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Industrial Automation or related field
- 5+ years of experience in OT automation engineering, preferably in manufacturing or industrial environments
- Experienced in OT/ICS networks and security including firewalls and switches
- Strong knowledge of Rockwell Automation hardware and software platforms
- Hands-on experience with Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA software
- Proficiency in configuring and managing Stratix switches, industrial firewalls, and Ethernet/IP networks
- Deep understanding of DLR, REP, and other industrial networking protocols
- Familiarity with industrial cybersecurity principles and standards (e.g., ISA/IEC 62443)
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities
- Experience working with virtualization platforms, Active Directory, DNS, and Domain Controllers
- Knowledge of the Purdue Model Reference Architecture
Benefits
- company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage
- life and AD&D
- short and long-term disability coverage
- paid time off
- employee assistance
- participation in a 401k program that includes company match
- many other additional voluntary benefits
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