Operational Technology / Manufacturing Systems Engineer

Bobrick Washroom Equipment•North Hollywood, CA

6d•$89,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Bobrick is seeking an Operational Technology Engineer to play a key role in the evolution of its manufacturing operations toward a fully connected, smart factory. As part of the Manufacturing Engineering's Operational Technology team, you'll help integrate shop-floor equipment, a Manufacturing Execution System (MES), and other enterprise platforms into a unified digital ecosystem to enable smarter, more efficient manufacturing across multiple sites. As an Operational Technology Engineer, you will ensure that our machines, systems, and people are all able to seamlessly communicate digitally, so we can run smarter, faster, and with better data. In this role, you’ll design, implement, and support data flows, interfaces, and analytics tools that connect manufacturing operations to corporate systems and decision-making. You’ll collaborate with teams across various disciplines and departments, as well as with outside vendors, to ensure systems are reliable, secure, and scalable. This is a hands-on, high-impact position where you’ll contribute directly to Bobrick’s digital transformation (MES rollout, Spec2saw workflows, AI/analytics projects). Joining Bobrick as an Operational Technology Engineer offers a variety of experiences and growth opportunities, from hands-on integration work and dashboard development to involvement in large-scale MES and digital transformation projects. This position is central to our smart factory roadmap and will support the company in moving from manual data collection and siloed systems toward a connected, data-driven manufacturing environment. Your work directly impacts productivity, quality, and how we make strategic decisions on the shop floor. As you demonstrate initiative, technical skill, and curiosity, this role will expand in scope and your responsibilities and influence will grow. You’ll gain exposure to cutting-edge Industry 4.0 technologies, develop expertise in integration engineering and industrial data, and help shape the future of Bobrick’s smart manufacturing systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electrical/Controls Engineering, Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
2–5 years of experience in integration, data engineering, or automation roles (internships or academic projects count).
Ability to interpret technical documentation, API specs, workflows, and process diagrams.
Proficient in preparing reports, documentation, and clear communication across technical and business teams.
Strong understanding of APIs (REST, SOAP) and data exchange methods.
Proficient in SQL, database design, and at least one scripting language (Python, Java, or C#).
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, and Profinet.
Experience with data visualization and analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau).
Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis capabilities.
Skilled in handling both structured (i.e. ERP) and unstructured (i.e. sensor/OT) data.
Competence in SQL queries, statistics, and KPI calculations (OEE, scrap, downtime, yield).
Eager to learn and apply emerging technologies (IoT, Unified Namespace, AI platforms).
Balances hands-on technical work with project responsibilities such as documentation, training, and vendor coordination.
Takes initiative, demonstrates ownership, and expands responsibilities over time.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, automation, or ERP/MES environments a plus.
Familiarity with MES platforms (e.g., Siemens Opcenter, Rockwell FTPC, Dassault Apriso, Plex) desired.
Awareness of OT cybersecurity frameworks (ISA/IEC 62443, Purdue model) desired.
Understanding of CAD/BIM data structures (Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor) and how design data maps into ERP/MES systems desired.

Responsibilities

Design-to-Manufacturing Data Integration Support initiatives that connect CAD/CAM/BIM tools with enterprise and shop-floor systems (ERP, MES, QMS, WMS).
Develop and maintain data pipelines to extract product specifications, bills of materials (BOMs), and design attributes from design tools and integrate them into Bobrick’s internal systems.
Ensure that data from design through manufacturing is accurately structured, validated, and mapped for production scheduling and execution.
Collaborate with IT, Engineering, and Business Units to achieve integration objectives.
Document workflows, mappings, and standards for ongoing governance and reuse.
System and Equipment Integration Assist in developing and maintaining system integrations across MES, ERP, QMS, and WMS platforms.
Support connectivity between shop-floor equipment (PLCs, CNCs, vision systems, torque tools) and higher-level systems using industrial protocols such as OPC UA, MQTT/Sparkplug, Modbus, PackML, and MTConnect.
Configure IoT gateways and middleware platforms (e.g., Ignition, Kepware, Kafka, MuleSoft) to maintain secure and reliable data transfer.
Document integration architectures through Interface Control Documents (ICDs), diagrams, and configuration standards.
Data Engineering and Analytics Develop SQL queries, ETL pipelines, and reporting structures for MES and OT data.
Configure and maintain historians or time-series databases to capture and analyze equipment and process data.
Build real-time dashboards and visualizations using Power BI and Tableau to monitor KPIs such as OEE, downtime, scrap, and yield.
Program and Project Support Contribute to MES rollout projects by supporting integrations, data modeling, and validation activities.
Participate in Spec2saw (end-to-end digitization) initiatives to ensure MES and shop-floor integrations align with upstream workflows (CAD/CAM, ERP).
Support AI/ML projects by preparing datasets, documenting integration requirements, and embedding insights into MES/QMS workflows.
Collaborate with IT team maintain compliance with cybersecurity and access control standards (ISA/IEC 62443, Purdue model).
Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with divisional Manufacturing Engineers to capture requirements and connect local equipment.
Work with IT on infrastructure, APIs, and cybersecurity.
Act as a technical liaison with external vendors to ensure adherence to Bobrick standards.
Clearly communicate integration and data requirements to teams across Supply Chain, Finance, and Quality.
Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to streamline system interfaces and eliminate manual data handling.
Research and evaluate new OT/IT integration technologies and propose implementation strategies.
Create and maintain documentation, playbooks, and training materials for engineers and operators.
Support change management initiatives by training and empowering plant super-users.