Sr. OT System Integration Engineer
Challenge Manufacturing•Kansas City, MO
About The Position
Challenge Manufacturing is seeking an OT Systems Integration Engineer to lead integration and standardization of OT systems across multiple automotive plants. The role serves as the subject matter expert for Ignition SCADA/IIoT platforms, promoting reliable data flow, cross-site standards, and operational excellence. The engineer collaborates with Production, Engineering, IT, and OT teams to support data-driven decision-making, predictive maintenance, high-volume production, and new vehicle program launches and plant expansions. The role also mentors engineers and establishes best practices for OT system integration.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Computer, or Industrial Engineering.
- At least 3 years of experience in industrial OT system integration, SCADA, or IIoT deployments.
- Expert-level experience with Ignition SCADA/IIoT software, including dashboard development, scripting, alarms, and data integration.
- Hands-on experience with MES, SCADA, IIoT, PLC/HMI systems, and robotics integration, including Fanuc, ABB, Kawasaki, and Rockwell.
- Proven experience in multi-plant standardization and deployment of OT systems.
- Knowledge of industrial protocols, OT/IT convergence, and cybersecurity standards.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to lead projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in OT/automation system integration within automotive OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers.
- Experience designing cross-plant dashboards, KPIs, and reporting frameworks in Ignition.
- Familiarity with AI/ML applications for predictive maintenance and operational optimization.
- Strong project management skills, including PMP or Agile.
- Expertise in integration with ERP systems such as Plex, MES, SCADA, and IIoT systems.
- Demonstrated success in automotive vehicle launches and high-volume production environments.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Ignition SCADA/IIoT platforms across multiple plants.
- Serve as the primary Ignition subject matter expert, integrating MES, SCADA, IIoT sensors, robotics, and PLC/HMI systems.
- Establish cross-plant standards for dashboards, KPIs, alarms, reports, and system configurations.
- Oversee multi-plant deployment projects for MES/SCADA, IIoT, robotics, and automation systems.
- Validate, test, and commission system interfaces to ensure accurate and reliable data exchange.
- Collaborate with IT to ensure secure OT/IT connectivity and adherence to cybersecurity standards.
- Monitor integration KPIs, including uptime, data accuracy, latency, and cross-site consistency.
- Develop SOPs, documentation, and best practices for standardized Ignition and OT deployments.
- Mentor and train OT engineers, automation technicians, and plant personnel on Ignition and multi-site OT standards.
- Lead initiatives to integrate OT data with analytics platforms, predictive maintenance tools, and quality systems.
- Evaluate emerging OT and Ignition-related technologies and recommend adoption across sites.
- Support new vehicle program launches and plant expansions with Ignition-based OT system integration.
- Troubleshoot complex multi-plant system integration and data flow issues to enable rapid recovery and minimize production impact.
- Collaborate with robotics and automation teams to integrate Ignition with PLCs, HMIs, and industrial robots.
Benefits
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): annual company shares provided to employee-owners as an additional retirement benefit.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
