Senior OT Applications and Data Engineer – Digital Manufacturing Transformation

SAPHIR • Houston, TX

17d • Hybrid

About The Position

As an OT Applications and Data Engineer working for AG Solutions Group, you will be responsible for the hands-on implementation and support of OT systems and data solutions for our process manufacturing customers. You will play a key role in implementing, configuring, and integrating OT applications, data flows, and operational intelligence solutions. Your role will include hands-on work with customer OT systems as well as internal staff mentoring and best practices development. The focal points of this position are the following:
System Installation & Configuration: Implement and configure ISA-95 Level 3 systems (SCADA, BES, Historian, MES, CMMS, LIMS), using AG best practices and Industry standards, and integrate with corresponding Level 2 (control) and Level 4 (business) systems.
Real-Time Data Integration: Set up real-time data collection systems, ensuring seamless data flow from operational technology layers (PLC, SCADA) to enterprise systems (ERP, data lakes).
Contextualization & Data Flow: Implement solutions for contextualizing real-time operational data, ensuring that data is transformed into meaningful insights for decision-making.
Data Enablement: Configure and integrate manufacturing data hubs or UNS (Unified Namespace) for effective data management, allowing for easy access and visibility across OT and IT systems.
Data Visualization and Analytics: Implement Operational Intelligence and Industry Solutions to solve date-driven use cases
System Support & Troubleshooting: Provide ongoing support for OT applications by troubleshooting issues and ensuring systems are running efficiently
Collaboration with Teams: Work closely with AG, customer, and partner OT architects, IT teams, and business units to ensure systems are configured correctly, data is integrated properly, and solutions meet operational needs.
Mentoring Junior Engineers: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, assisting them in developing technical skills, problem-solving techniques, and ensuring they adhere to best practices for system implementation and data integration.
Knowledge Management & Best Practices: Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal knowledge management resources, including documentation of best practices, troubleshooting guides, and standardized procedures. Collaborate with other engineers to continuously improve internal processes and practices for system integration and data solutions.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in operational technology, industrial automation, digital manufacturing, or data engineering
• Minimum of 4-year degree in Engineering, IT, or a related field or equivalent professional experience.
• Experience working in process manufacturing industry or operation, such as Pharma, Biotech, Food & Beverage, Chemical, or Energy
• Hands-on experience with OT applications and systems, such as SCADA, DCS, Historians, MES, and CMMS.
• Hands-on experience with scripting/programming languages and relational database SQL
• Experience with real-time data integration, contextualization, and data flows.
• Strong problem-solving skills applied to both processes and systems.
• Ability to mentor and provide guidance to junior engineers, helping them develop their technical skills.
• English proficiency (speaking, reading, writing): C1 or higher.
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employee-sponsored work authorization

Nice To Haves

• Experience with industry standards and protocols, such as ISA-95, IEC 62443 and OPC, MQTT, EtherNet/IP
• Experience with any of these data topics: semantic modeling, ontology frameworks, GraphQL and REST APIs, query optimization, governance
• Experience with the design aspects (requirements elicitation, architecture, project planning) of OT systems work
• Experience working in regulated industries (e.g. ISO-9001, 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP5)
• Experience with data analytics platforms or visualization tools to support data-driven decision-making and solutions
• Desire to make the transition from engineer to Solutions Architect
• Experience working in global or multicultural project or team environments.
• Spanish proficiency (speaking, reading, writing): B2 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Implement and configure ISA-95 Level 3 systems (SCADA, BES, Historian, MES, CMMS, LIMS), using AG best practices and Industry standards, and integrate with corresponding Level 2 (control) and Level 4 (business) systems.
• Set up real-time data collection systems, ensuring seamless data flow from operational technology layers (PLC, SCADA) to enterprise systems (ERP, data lakes).
• Implement solutions for contextualizing real-time operational data, ensuring that data is transformed into meaningful insights for decision-making.
• Configure and integrate manufacturing data hubs or UNS (Unified Namespace) for effective data management, allowing for easy access and visibility across OT and IT systems.
• Implement Operational Intelligence and Industry Solutions to solve date-driven use cases
• Provide ongoing support for OT applications by troubleshooting issues and ensuring systems are running efficiently
• Work closely with AG, customer, and partner OT architects, IT teams, and business units to ensure systems are configured correctly, data is integrated properly, and solutions meet operational needs.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, assisting them in developing technical skills, problem-solving techniques, and ensuring they adhere to best practices for system implementation and data integration.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of internal knowledge management resources, including documentation of best practices, troubleshooting guides, and standardized procedures. Collaborate with other engineers to continuously improve internal processes and practices for system integration and data solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Learning and development opportunities through AG Academy, training programs, conferences, webinars, and mentorship
• Flexible work arrangements and a strong emphasis on work-life balance
• A supportive, international, and people-focused work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree