Operational Technology Network Engineer Ii

Job TitleOperational Technology Network Engineer II
LocationKansas City, Kansas
Description

General Purpose:

Design, deploy, manage Operational Technology Services (control/administration) functions. Deploy and/or oversee coordination of the design, installation, and connectivity of ICS systems to ensure the stable operation of the organization’s manufacturing facilities. This includes developing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing new and existing OT/IT hardware, software, and communication links. The main activities range from, but not only limited to, planning, designing, deploying and road mapping the ICS network and Systems infrastructure to executing projects and providing timely resolution of network connectivity and performance problems.

 

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design, deployment, and management of Operational Technology Services.
• Act as technical resource to the plants and engineering group to support and deliver technical services and Controls Automation solutions to resolve manufacturing issues and improve operational performance
• Contribute to IT/OT standards adoption.
• Basic understanding of both Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Windows based PC’s and VM’s and industrial network architectures and how to effectively apply these technologies to a dairy manufacturing environment
• Facilitate and support the numerous manufacturing process and control systems within Operations, collaborating with Engineering, IT, Operations and Corporate management and vendor resources
• Assist in the development, planning, and execution of technical solutions including equipment bills of materials, scope of work, estimates, participate in proposal review and provide timely status updates
• Ensure focus of improvement is automated, orchestrated, and autonomic wherever possible
• Assist in the implementation of CPwE standards in manufacturing facilities.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of compliance requirements for plant operations (USDA, GMP, SQF, etc.)
• The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required.
• Travel Requirements/Expectations: 50%-75% (up to 2 weeks per month)

 

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Education and Experience

• Associates degree in telecommunications, computer science, information technology, or business administration
• 1-3+ years of experience in IT network management
• Familiarity with IT/OT implementation technologies including Microsoft Hyper-V, VMWare ESXi, Windows Server and Active Directory, SCADA, PLC/HMI, etc.
• General Understanding in the design and implementation of industrial networks including network switches, routers, firewalls and VLANs
• Basic skills in the specification, design, and configuration of virtualized server environments
• Understands IT/OT security requirements
• Certification and/or License – CCNA

 

Preferred

• Experience with network optimization in support of application performance and experience installing network cabling and patching ICS Systems a plus
• General technical knowledge of skills associated with IT/OT integration, Rockwell/Cisco CPwE, Purdue ICS model, and with broad knowledge of the IT organization preferred
• Experience in troubleshooting PLC and HMI solutions (i.e. AllenBradley / FactoryTalk) preferred
• Experience with controls power distribution layouts, panel layouts, hardware specification preferred

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional technical knowledge of network systems
• Strong knowledge of financial budgeting and planning for ICS costs
• Excellent knowledge of current protocols and standards
• Knowledge and understanding of system flow charts, data processing concepts, and telecommunications principles
• Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws
• Demonstrated vendor management skills
• Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives
• Able to communicate and translate complex technical topics into easy to understand concepts
• Able to accurately articulate the requirements and priorities of both IT and OT stakeholders
• Ability to work with attention to detail and to accurately document work activities undertaken
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills)
• Able to perform general mathematical calculations for the purpose of creating needs assessments, budgets, etc.
• Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required
• Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations
• Able to plan work activities to achieve an outcome within an agreed time frame
• Able to present ideas in a professional manner
• Able to demonstrate leadership qualities as a self-starter
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Able to show strong customer service orientation
• Able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

 

 

 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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