Engineer

• Application Deadline: Feb. 14 2026
• Waukegan
• Hybrid
• Hourly salary: $77

Job Description

Job Description:

• We are seeking an engineer who can independently support operational technologies instrumentation and building related systems while owning IT system lifecycle (SLC) and change management activities.
• This role involves planning and executing upgrades coordinating infrastructure changes and maintaining compliance with AbbVie IT cybersecurity and quality standards.

Representative Responsibilities:

• Technical Execution & Platform Support
• Independently plan and carry out OS database and application upgrades across diverse OT and instrument systems in partnership with infrastructure and application teams.
• Support installations updates and integrations for various facility related technologies and monitoring platforms.
• Build and manage test/PoC environments and validate system compatibility with existing infrastructure.
• Manage service and admin accounts for assets as well as accurate infrastructure mapping and architecture references
• System Lifecycle & GxP Documentation
• Own creation maintenance and closure of SLC deliverables and application support playbooks including requirements design docs risk assessments testing and change controls.
• Execute work in alignment with GxP change management expectations ensuring timely and accurate documentation and JIRA updates.
• Communicate status risks and decisions proactively and clearly to stakeholders.
• OT Connectivity Networking & Infrastructure Integration
• Troubleshoot OT communication paths firewall rules and protocol issues in partnership with
• Network and Cybersecurity.
• Support network segmentation/VLAN efforts and document related changes as part of lifecycle deliverables.
• Assist with cloud on prem technology transitions where needed.
• Cross Functional & Vendor Collaboration
• Work directly with external vendors and facilities partners to deploy and support systems while ensuring compliance and cybersecurity alignment.
• Translate business and technical needs into actionable tasks and documentation.

Desired Experience & Qualifications
Core Requirements

• Experience supporting OT instrumentation or facility related technologies (e.g. metrology BAS controls alarms sensors).
• Needs to be able to travel to North Chicago for occasional support and on-site activity
• 5-7 years of experience with IT system lifecycle activities and comfort operating within change management frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as a team delivering technology solutions on time and budget
• Ability to scope and estimate work and anticipate complexities in assigned work.

Additional Useful Experience

• Exposure to network segmentation VLANs firewall troubleshooting and OT connectivity.
• Familiarity with IT security expectations for OT systems.
• Experience managing vendors and collaborating with Facilities Infrastructure and Security teams.

Success Traits

• Operates effectively as a hybrid business/technology resource-directed organized effective communications and accountability.
• Strong communicator who provides clear updates without prompting.