Operational Technology Engineer

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic handson Operational Technology (OT) / Manufacturing Technology Engineer to support technology integration automation enhancements and digital transformation initiatives across their production environment.

This person will play a key role in deploying new technologies supporting plant operations and improving the reliability and efficiency of manufacturing systems.

This role is ideal for someone who is technically curious collaborative and excited about working closely with production engineering and IT teams.

The client is open on experience levelranging from entrylevel candidates eager to learn to more seasoned engineers seeking a longterm home.

This is a contract to hire opportunity located onsite in Bensenville IL.

Responsibilities:

• Introduce integrate and deploy new technology solutions within the manufacturing facility
• Identify opportunities to enhance automation efficiency and digital transformation across production operations
• Partner with Production Inventory Engineering Maintenance IT Quality and other functional groups to understand operational needs
• Conduct regular maintenance and troubleshooting on OT systems to minimize production downtime
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to optimize and integrate OT systems including PLCs SCADA and automation technologies
• Diagnose and resolve hardware software and operating system issues
  
• Evaluate propose and support technology solutions in coordination with technology and maintenance teams
• Document system configurations procedures and technical workflows
  
• Lead and support endtoend IT/OT implementation and ongoing management
  
• Ensure OT systems integrate effectively with the corporate IT network
  
• Participate in future capital and technology projects to ensure planning aligns with OT requirements
  
• Stay current on emerging technologies related to Industrial IoT OT cybersecurity automation and data standardization
  
• Perform related duties and project work as assigned

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Electronics Information Technology or related discipline
• Strong English communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to explain technical concepts to nontechnical users and stakeholders
• Quick learner with strong problemsolving and analytical abilities
• Ability to troubleshoot industrial control systems and automation technology
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Modbus Profibus OPC UA)
• Knowledge of Siemens S7 and TIA Portal as well as AllenBradley Studio 5000/FactoryTalk
• Understanding of IT/OT technologies automation and data acquisition concepts
• Basic project management capabilities (planning budgeting scheduling progress tracking risk management)
• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices within manufacturing environments
• Working knowledge of PLC programming HMI and SCADA systems
• Understanding of wiring diagrams industrial controls and electrical basics
• Experience working with network switches
• CCNA certification preferred
• Experience with Linux PowerShell and SQL is a plus
• Must demonstrate a can-do attitude
• Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must demonstrate a can-do attitude

We focus on candidates that display our ACE factor Attitude Compassion and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.

Compensation Range:

$70-000-$100-000

What you get:

We offer weekly competitive pay medical dental vision 401K and more.

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About Us:

Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs from security to communications to systems & networks to software applications to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982 Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of todays global technology leaders including Cisco Dell VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ) Chicago and Springfield IL; Phoenix AZ.; Lansing and Grand Rapids MI; Milwaukee WI; and Denver CO.

If you are MOTIVATED you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity an entrepreneurial spirit fosters growth through certification and hands-on training and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!

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