Job Description
Job Title: OT / Industrial Automation Engineer
Job Location: Jefferson City, TN
Job Type: Contract
Job Description:
- Key Responsibilities:
- Support and maintain OT systems including PLC and SCADA in a manufacturing environment.
- Perform device integrations with industrial equipment, sensors, and control systems.
- Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP, etc.).
- Implement and manage Ignition 8.1 SCADA applications including visualization, alarms, and data collection.
- Integrate field devices and PLCs using Kepware for data acquisition and connectivity.
- Publish and consume plant data using MQTT for IIoT and cloud integrations.
- Develop and maintain automation scripts and data processing tools using Python.
- Support industrial networking, including switches, VLANs, and secure plant network architecture.
- Work closely with plant engineers and IT teams to ensure system reliability and cybersecurity compliance.
- Troubleshoot production issues and provide timely resolution to minimize downtime.
- Required Skills:
- Strong experience in OT environments (PLC, SCADA)
- Hands-on experience with Ignition 8.1
- Experience with Kepware, MQTT, and device integrations
- Knowledge of industrial protocols and control networks
- Working knowledge of Python for automation and data handling
- Understanding of industry networking concepts
- Preferred Skills:
- Experience in manufacturing or process industries
- Knowledge of OT cybersecurity best practices
- Experience integrating OT systems with cloud or enterprise IT platforms
For applications and inquiries, contact: [email protected]
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