Strategic Systems Deployment Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Systems Deployment Engineer to join our Operational Technology Deployment (OT) team. In this role, you will be the critical link between our digital infrastructure and physical operations. You will be responsible for the deployment and secure configuration of the edge computing systems, servers, and networks that drive our industrial control environments. The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in Linux system administration, a passion for automation, and a deep understanding of how to safely and securely deploy technology in environments where process uptime and physical safety are the highest priorities.

• Report into OT Systems Deployment Manager.
• Lead the installation, configuration, and commissioning of Linux‑based edge devices, servers, and virtualized environments (e.g., Ubuntu, VMware, Proxmox) at operational sites.
• Develop, maintain and optimize automation scripts and configuration management tools (such as Ansible, Bash, or Python) to streamline the deployment of OT systems and reduce manual errors.
• Deploy and manage time‑series and relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MariaDB) optimized for high‑frequency operational data collection.
• Monitor the health of edge devices, plan for hardware obsolescence, and ensure resource availability (CPU, RAM, disk) for critical control applications.
• Work directly with ruggedized edge hardware and industrial networking equipment, ensuring seamless communication using standard OT and industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus TCP/RTU, DNP3, OPC UA, MQTT).
• Act as an escalation point for complex deployment issues, ensuring all systems meet stringent availability and safety requirements before being handed over to the operations team.
• Complete requisite training and professional development activities to stay abreast of industry state‑of‑the‑art tools and best practices.

• 3+ years of experience in Systems Engineering, IT/OT Integration, or a similar role focused on deploying infrastructure in industrial, manufacturing, or critical infrastructure environments.
• Advanced proficiency in Linux system administration, specifically in deploying and hardening enterprise Linux distributions.
• Proven experience writing and managing automation playbooks (Ansible) and scripting (Bash, Ruby, Python) for zero‑touch provisioning.
• Solid understanding of industrial networking concepts, firewalls, VLANs, and OT cybersecurity standards.
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and how to securely route their traffic to modern IT applications.
• A strong "safety‑first" and "uptime‑critical" mentality, understanding the distinct differences between enterprise IT environments and live OT production sites.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and capturing day‑to‑day activities in JIRA.
• Strong knowledge of Git.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex system integration issues.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey technical information to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment while managing independent tasks.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering from an accredited university is preferred.
• Experience in the energy, renewable energy, or utility sectors.
• Familiarity with containerization application deployment and orchestration at the edge (Docker, Ansible).
• Experience managing and querying operational historians or industrial databases.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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