Operational Technology (OT) Architect (Hybrid)
Millipore Corporation

Work Location: Carlsbad, California
Shift: No
Department: EL-BP-IIE Information & Operational Technology
Recruiter: Laura Dockery

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Location:

The Operational Technology (OT) Solution Architect is a hybrid role with acceptable locations in either Carlsbad, CA or Allentown, PA.

Your Role:

As an Operational Technology (OT) Solution Architect in our global IT & OT team in Electronics, you will take responsibility for designing and implementing OT systems across our global manufacturing and R&D operations. You will work closely with our partners and operational units to understand their needs, translating these requirements into technical solutions that enhance process efficiency and data management, ensuring seamless integration between OT and IT environments.

With your hands-on experience in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and your knowledge of data management and transformation, you will be key in developing systems such as process control, data historians, and interfaces to LIMS, and Manufacturing Intelligence systems. You will also be responsible for building data pipelines and platforms that enable advanced data analytics for process optimization. Additionally, you will drive setting new standards regarding OT solutions and provide training to ensure user compliance with cyber security.

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with relevant experience or master's degree (preferred) in computer science, automation, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in process or factory automation with a strong understanding of operational processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies and their practical implementation in manufacturing environments.
• Experience and strong understanding of cybersecurity by design.
• Proven experience designing and implementing OT infrastructures, including real-time architectures and Distributed Control Systems (DCS).
• Hands-on experience with the installation, diagnosis, and maintenance of OT system hardware and software.
• Familiarity with data models used in process industries, and experience in designing architectures for efficient data management and processing.
• Experience with a variety of control systems such as SCADA, PLC, IoT, MES, and ERP.

Demonstrated Skills & Abilities:

• Communication Protocols: Strong understanding of IT & OT communication protocols and their application across different industrial systems.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Advanced knowledge of IT & OT infrastructures, including process control and data integration systems.
  • Familiarity with data science, statistics, and their application within process industries.
  • Ability to design and develop data pipelines and platforms to support advanced data analysis and business intelligence.
  • Good proficiency in network architecture and security principles.
  • Experience with data analytics, integration, and visualization tools/techniques.
  • Develop and maintain documentation around system architecture, design etc.
  • Ensure compliance with internal and global standards, security protocols, best practices.
• Problem-Solving:
  • Strong analytical skills to diagnose and troubleshoot OT system issues, along with the ability to propose innovative solutions.
• Project Management:
  • Experience managing OT projects, while coordinating across global teams.
• Organizational Skills:
  • Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects and teams, both on-site and remotely, and deliver high-quality results.

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

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