Senior OT Applications and Data Engineer – Digital Manufacturing Transformation

Senior OT Applications and Data Engineer – Digital Manufacturing Transformation

Location: USA (Houston, TX preferred)

Work Mode: Hybrid/Remote

Travel: Up to 50%

Employment Type: Regular, Full-time

What You’ll Be Doing

As an OT Applications and Data Engineer working for AG Solutions Group, you will be responsible for the hands-on implementation and support of OT systems and data solutions for our process manufacturing customers. You will play a key role in implementing, configuring, and integrating OT applications, data flows, and operational intelligence solutions. Your role will include hands-on work with customer OT systems as well as internal staff mentoring and best practices development. The focal points of this position are the following:

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System Installation & Configuration: Implement and configure ISA-95 Level 3 systems (SCADA, BES, Historian, MES, CMMS, LIMS), using AG best practices and Industry standards, and integrate with corresponding Level 2 (control) and Level 4 (business) systems.

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Real-Time Data Integration: Set up real-time data collection systems, ensuring seamless data flow from operational technology layers (PLC, SCADA) to enterprise systems (ERP, data lakes).

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Contextualization & Data Flow: Implement solutions for contextualizing real-time operational data, ensuring that data is transformed into meaningful insights for decision-making.

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Data Enablement: Configure and integrate manufacturing data hubs or UNS (Unified Namespace) for effective data management, allowing for easy access and visibility across OT and IT systems.

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Data Visualization and Analytics: Implement Operational Intelligence and Industry Solutions to solve date-driven use cases

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System Support & Troubleshooting: Provide ongoing support for OT applications by troubleshooting issues and ensuring systems are running efficiently

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Collaboration with Teams: Work closely with AG, customer, and partner OT architects, IT teams, and business units to ensure systems are configured correctly, data is integrated properly, and solutions meet operational needs.

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Mentoring Junior Engineers: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, assisting them in developing technical skills, problem-solving techniques, and ensuring they adhere to best practices for system implementation and data integration.

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Knowledge Management & Best Practices: Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal knowledge management resources, including documentation of best practices, troubleshooting guides, and standardized procedures. Collaborate with other engineers to continuously improve internal processes and practices for system integration and data solutions.

You Will Be Successful in This Role If You:

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Meet and exceed customer requirements, deadlines, and expectations.

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Are skilled in contextualizing and integrating real-time data from operational technologies and ensuring it flows seamlessly across systems.

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Are comfortable working in dynamic, cross-functional teams and environments and can troubleshoot system issues, providing effective solutions in a timely manner.

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Develop your skills and knowledge by learning and applying the latest technologies to solve real-world problems.

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Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of AG people and internal best practices.

Who This Role Is a Great Fit For:

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Hands-on Technicians: You enjoy working directly with systems, including installing, configuration, and on-going support

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Data Enthusiasts: You find innovative ways to enable data-driven functions, solutions, and analytics at all levels of a company.

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Problem Solvers: You enjoy troubleshooting and resolving technical issues to ensure OT systems and data flows work seamlessly as part of an end-to-end process rather than siloed system

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Team Collaborators: You work well with international, cross-functional teams to implement solutions and ensure systems meet operational requirements.

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Mentors & Knowledge Sharers: You’re passionate about sharing your expertise with junior engineers and helping them grow in their careers by promoting best practices and internal knowledge-sharing.

Required Qualifications

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5+ years of experience in operational technology, industrial automation, digital manufacturing, or data engineering

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Minimum of 4-year degree in Engineering, IT, or a related field or equivalent professional experience.

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Experience working in process manufacturing industry or operation, such as Pharma, Biotech, Food & Beverage, Chemical, or Energy

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Hands-on experience with OT applications and systems, such as SCADA, DCS, Historians, MES, and CMMS.

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Hands-on experience with scripting/programming languages and relational database SQL

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Experience with real-time data integration, contextualization, and data flows.

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Strong problem-solving skills applied to both processes and systems.

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Ability to mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers, helping them develop their technical sk