IT/OT Solution Architect

Proconex•Royersford, PA

59d•Hybrid

About The Position

The IT/OT Solution Architect will design and implement integrated architectures that bridge information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) systems within a manufacturing environment centered around Emerson DeltaV Distributed Control Systems (DCS). This role ensures seamless data flow between process automation, MES, and enterprise IT systems, supporting secure, compliant, and high-performing digital manufacturing operations. The architect will lead the design of scalable, future-ready solutions that enable smart manufacturing, data analytics, and lifecycle management of automation assets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
8+ years of combined experience in industrial automation, IT infrastructure, or control systems architecture.
Direct experience with Emerson DeltaV DCS configuration, system design, and lifecycle management.
Strong knowledge of industrial networks, including VLANs, switches, firewalls, and remote access solutions.
Experience integrating automation systems with MES, LIMS, ERP, and data historian environments.
Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) and industrial servers/workstations.
Proficiency in industrial communication protocols: OPC Classic/UA, Modbus TCP/IP, MQTT, Ethernet/IP.
Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks for industrial control systems (ISA/IEC 62443).
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communicator across engineering, IT, and operations teams.
Strategic thinker who can translate technical design into business value.
Comfortable leading cross-functional initiatives and technical workshops.
Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time.

Nice To Haves

Experience in pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, or life sciences manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with Emerson Syncade MES, OSIsoft PI, AspenTech, or Aveva solutions.
Knowledge of cloud integration (Azure IoT, AWS IoT) and edge computing for manufacturing data.
Certifications such as TOGAF, CISSP, ISA/IEC 62443, or Emerson DeltaV professional certifications.
Understanding of GMP, GAMP 5, and 21 CFR Part 11 compliance principles.

Responsibilities

Develop end-to-end IT/OT solution architectures integrating Emerson DeltaV DCS, SCADA, MES, and enterprise IT systems (ERP, LIMS, CMMS).
Define connectivity standards between DeltaV and higher-level systems using protocols such as OPC UA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, and MQTT.
Design secure network topologies, including plant network segmentation, firewalls, and industrial DMZ configurations.
Support the development of edge and cloud data architectures for real-time process monitoring, historian integration, and predictive analytics.
Evaluate and recommend technology platforms to support digital transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Lead the integration of DeltaV systems with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and data historians (OSIsoft PI, Aveva, or Aspen InfoPlus.21).
Collaborate with process automation and IT teams to establish standardized data models, interfaces, and asset hierarchies.
Develop and maintain reference architectures for DeltaV integration across multiple plants.
Provide guidance on DeltaV modernization, virtualization, and cybersecurity hardening strategies.
Ensure architectures meet performance, reliability, and compliance requirements (e.g., FDA 21 CFR Part 11 for regulated industries).
Define and enforce IT/OT architectural governance, design patterns, and configuration management practices.
Ensure adherence to ISA-95, ISA/IEC 62443, and NIST 800-82 standards for industrial cybersecurity and integration.
Support the development of lifecycle management and migration plans for DeltaV systems.
Participate in audits, risk assessments, and cybersecurity incident response planning.
Partner with engineering, operations, and digital transformation teams to align architectures with business objectives.
Lead workshops to define requirements, solution designs, and technology roadmaps for automation and digital initiatives.
Mentor cross-functional teams on IT/OT convergence, automation data flow, and best practices for DCS-to-enterprise integration.