Operational Technology Engineer

Title: Operational Technology (OT) Engineer
Location: Freeport, TX
Salary: $110,000 - $150,000
Schedule: 9/80; 5-8s
Relocation Available

The Operational Technology (OT) Engineer ensures the reliability, security, and optimal performance of the process control network supporting the Distributed Control System (DCS) across a large, integrated manufacturing site. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and enhancing network infrastructure and control system connectivity to minimize downtime and ensure safe, efficient plant operations. The OT Specialist/Engineer acts as a technical resource for diagnosing complex issues, implementing preventive measures, and collaborating with engineering, operations, and IT teams to coordinate efforts across the Texas Operations site.

The Operational Technology Specialist/Engineer provides troubleshooting and maintenance support of process control networks, plans and executes tasks associated with process control hardware and collaborates with multiple site units to improve the systems’ performance and safety.

The Freeport site is the single largest chlor alkali complex in the world with more than 1,000 employees. The chemical products produced at our Freeport location include chlorine and caustic soda, vinyls, epoxies, chlorinated organics, aromatics, bleach, hydrogen, and hydrochloric acid.

• Perform all required operational maintenance, administrative, and troubleshooting of server hardware and operating systems (Windows) in the OT environment.
• Works with IT to maintain secure networks by implementing cybersecurity policies and managing antivirus software, and patch management while minimizing disruption to operations.
• Updates procedures and completes necessary Management of Change documents for Site OT processes and systems.
• Collaborates with vendors, application developers, and corporate IT groups to resolve complex problems and evaluate/test software changes and updates.
• Assist with managing DCS Level 1 and Level 2 spare equipment across site.

• Bachelor’s degree
  * in Engineering;
  Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science discipline preferred.
• 3+ years of relevant technical experience.
• Basic knowledge of programming or scripting languages.
• Experience with Delta
  
  V programming, virtualized computer systems (Delta
  
  V Virtual Studio), and commercial process control systems (Delta
  
  V or Mod V) preferred.
• Prior Olin experience in a relevant position preferred.
• Must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) and possess a valid US Driver's license.

As a global leader in both chemical manufacturing and ammunition, Olin empowers over 8,000 individuals to make an impact both at work and in our surrounding communities. View a snapshot of our comprehensive benefits package.

* Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.