OT Automation Engineer

Overview

In this role you will drive the digital transformation of AkzoNobel’s Felling manufacturing site by maintaining and enhancing industrial control systems and leading automation projects. You will bolster site performance and cyber security, collaborating with IT, engineering and suppliers. The position offers exposure to a wide range of automation and digitalisation initiatives within a highly automated environment. You’ll contribute to reliable, efficient plant operations and sustainable manufacturing progress.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension
• Income protection
• Employee Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and improve Industrial Control Systems (PLCs, SCADA and associated equipment)
• Support automation and digital transformation projects across the site
• Develop and maintain ICS network architecture, software backups and business continuity plans
• Collaborate with internal teams and external suppliers to design and implement automation solutions
• Act as the Site Cyber Security Officer, implementing OT cyber security standards and policies
• Carry out cyber security risk and vulnerability assessments for industrial control systems
• Support functional safety activities including HAZOP studies and process safety management
• Manage third-party contractors and collaborate with IT, engineering and regional digital teams
• Provide technical expertise to improve reliability, efficiency and plant performance

Key requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electronics, Industrial Control, Automation Engineering or related discipline
• Experience maintaining Industrial Control Systems within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems and industrial communication protocols
• Experience with automation platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Honeywell or ABB
• Understanding of OT cyber security, industrial networks and database technologies (OPC, SQL)
• Excellent troubleshooting, project management and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive approach with ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Collaborative and proactive mindset
• Strategic thinking with attention to safety and compliance
• PLCs and SCADA expertise
• Industrial communication protocols
• OT cyber security

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