Director, IT /OT Infrastructure

We are embarking on a multi-year transformation journey to modernize our network of Pilot Plant operations. This initiative aims to enhance our facilities with state-of-the-art IIoT, smart R&D operations, and advanced data acquisition technologies. To achieve this, we are redefining our approach to engineering and automation. Historically, automation solutions have been designed and implemented at individual plant levels. Moving forward, we will establish a unified set of automation standards and guidelines applicable across our entire network.

We seek an experienced IT/OT Infrastructure Director who will play a crucial role in this transformation by ensuring the technological preparedness and seamless integration of the Pilot Plant network. This role will be responsible for developing and implementing these standards in collaboration with our Pilot Plant teams and system integrators.

The IT/OT Infrastructure Director will provide leadership, coordination, and strategic direction in the field of IT/OT convergence, guiding Process Engineer teams across all locations and managing relationships with external technical service providers. You will closely collaborate with internal IT/OT subject matter experts to evaluate and implement cutting-edge automation technologies, share best practices, and drive standardization across our Pilot Plants.

Key Responsibilities

• Create automation system standards and guidelines in collaboration with TCCC IT/OT SMEs, process engineers and external suppliers. including but not limited to instrumentation, automation electrical safety standard, PLC, SCADA, Batch control, Energy monitoring system, and other auxiliary automation solutions within the Pilot Plant environment.
• Partners with suppliers to finalize the automation system specifications and ensure the suppliers do design and delivery of the systems in line with specifications.
• Conduct FAT (Factory acceptance test) and SAT (Site Acceptance Test) of the automation systems to ensure performance meets the specifications.
• Participate in equipment startup at the sites.
• Update specifications based on learnings from start-up as well as based on the technology upgrades available from the supplier or industry.
• Stay current with advancements in IIoT trends and technologies, identify opportunities for innovation and process enhancement.
• Lead and mentor members of the network interested in the field of IT/OT convergence, providing them with foundational elements to support capability-building strategies.
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations.
• Design and implement IT/OT infrastructure to support process development activities.
• Ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of IT/OT systems.
• Provide ongoing support and maintenance for IT/OT systems.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Engineering, preferable Electronic or Electrical, or a related field.
• Over 7 years of experience in in the field of automation/digitalization in a R&D / Manufacturing facility with experience in design, vendor management, FATs, and startup.
• Experience in managing global projects and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies and tools.
• Should have detailed Knowledge of automation systems in the areas of PLC, SCADA, Batch control, Database and reporting, Historian, ERP integration, Equipment connectivity protocols, EMS, WMS, Drives, Vision systems, Emerging technologies – IoT sensors, edge devices, etc.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Independently determine technical goals and criteria to satisfy project deliverables and execute the appropriate technical approaches.
• Apply specific technical knowledge and best practices to guide successful completion of project and organizational goals.

Skills and Competencies:

• Project Management
• Knowledge sharing
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Being able to thrive and adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Continuous improvement capability

Skills

Collaborative Leadership; Mechanical Engineering; Process Control; Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP); Supply Chain Processes; Computer-Aided Design (CAD); Process Engineering; Risk Assessments; Microsoft Office; Communication; Statistical Process Control (SPC); Quality Engineering; Data Compilation; Manufacturing Analytics; Lean Six Sigma (LSS); Production Processes

Pay Range:$149,000 - $173,000
Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.

Annual Incentive Reference Value Percentage:30
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