OT/Automation Engineer

Novonesis•Franklinton, LA

2d•$71,631 - $98,493•Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready for a new beginning? We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology. Our purpose points the way In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. We’re here to better our world with biology. Join us as our new OT/Automation Engineer In this role you will have the opportunity to work closely with production to ensure things operate smoothly and efficiently. You will help implement, develop, and maintain IT/OT solutions that run and secure our production processes and support digital transformation and cyber security. Welcome to Enzymes Manufacturing Enzymes Manufacturing is the home of our value chain, from suppliers to internal stakeholders, to customers. We are responsible for creating a safe work environment/culture, and for keeping our promises as an outstanding supplier of biological solutions and services. Together, we form the bedrock of the world's largest manufacturing setup of industrial enzymes and microbes. In this role you’ll make an impact by: Maintain Novonesis OT systems, including hands-on system implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance System Maintenance: Execute routine maintenance tasks, updates, and patches on OT systems to uphold peak performance and security Maintain an inventory of OT assets, encompassing hardware, software licenses, and industrial equipment, ensuring proper documentation and tracking System Integration: Assist in the integration of new OT systems, applications, and technologies into existing infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and secure operation Documentation: Develop and maintain documentation, procedures, and technical manuals relating to OT systems, configurations, and processes Assisting in the design and layout of computer-based process control systems Coordinate and supervise the installation of process control hardware and software to assure Novonesis standards and quality levels are maintained. Work with production process engineers, productions managers, and maintenance personnel in developing improved process control strategies and in designing hardware and software systems to implement such strategies. Maintain the OSIsoft PI system to the existing Novonesis approved standard. Troubleshoot control systems like: ABB Sattline, 800xA problems with production staff. Be available on a call-in basis with other ABB Sattline, 800xA support personnel to support 24- hour operation of facility. Operate and maintain IT/OT firewalls

Requirements

BS degree or AAS +3yrs relevant experience. Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Automation engineering preferred
Familiarity with DCS programming and related hardware
Familiarity with Servers and Network Switches
Familiarity with Cyber Security and Nozomi Networks
Ability to move about in the processing areas and be able to climb stairs, and ladders
Familiarity with firewalls

Nice To Haves

ABB Sattline and 800xA preferred
Familiarity with OT software and hardware security solutions preferred
Familiarity with VLANs preferred

Responsibilities

Maintain Novonesis OT systems, including hands-on system implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance
Execute routine maintenance tasks, updates, and patches on OT systems to uphold peak performance and security
Maintain an inventory of OT assets, encompassing hardware, software licenses, and industrial equipment, ensuring proper documentation and tracking
Assist in the integration of new OT systems, applications, and technologies into existing infrastructure, ensuring compatibility and secure operation
Develop and maintain documentation, procedures, and technical manuals relating to OT systems, configurations, and processes
Assisting in the design and layout of computer-based process control systems
Coordinate and supervise the installation of process control hardware and software to assure Novonesis standards and quality levels are maintained.
Work with production process engineers, productions managers, and maintenance personnel in developing improved process control strategies and in designing hardware and software systems to implement such strategies.
Maintain the OSIsoft PI system to the existing Novonesis approved standard.
Troubleshoot control systems like: ABB Sattline, 800xA problems with production staff.
Be available on a call-in basis with other ABB Sattline, 800xA support personnel to support 24- hour operation of facility.
Operate and maintain IT/OT firewalls