Operational Technology Engineer (OTE)
Core
Ensure reliability, security, and efficient operation of facility operational technology infrastructure for commercial GMP oligonucleotide manufacturing automated systems.
Role type
Operational Technology Engineer (OTE)
Builds
SCADA systems, Building Automation Systems (BAS), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Data Historians, and network/server architecture for manufacturing automation.
Domain
GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing / Industrial Automation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
SCADA systems, PLCs, BAS, Data Historian, MES, process control systems, cybersecurity principles, GMP guidelines, data integrity practices, regulatory compliance (FDA), business analysis, requirement gathering
Preferred skills
Automated manufacturing experience, GMP manufacturing experience, Active Directory integration, ESXi edge computing, disaster recovery strategies
Technologies
SCADA, PLC, BAS, Data Historian, MES, Active Directory, ESXi
Responsibilities
Act as interface between Automation Engineering and IT; advise on best OT practices for network and industrial equipment; coordinate equipment outages; troubleshoot OT/IT system issues; ensure data integrity compliant practices; support maintenance of ESXi and PLC networking; maintain cybersecurity posture; ensure compliance with GMP and FDA guidelines; maintain system configuration documentation; lead change controls and functional tests for OT changes.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
