Operational Technology Engineer

Overview

As an Operational Technology Engineer, you will support the digitization and automation of shop floor processes across manufacturing operations. Your day may include developing OT software, connecting machines and sensors, supporting MES interfaces, and improving data capture solutions for production equipment. You will help enable better equipment performance, traceability, quality, and safety through reliable system integration and automation. You will also work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and IT teams to support continuous improvement and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

• Support shop floor digitalization and automation through OT software, machine connectivity, and data capture solutions
• Integrate machines, sensors, actuators, and production systems with MES and enterprise platforms
• Develop and maintain IIoT, monitoring, and data acquisition solutions to improve equipment performance and reporting
• Enable traceability and quality through smart tool connectivity, inspection interfaces, and production data integration
• Support condition monitoring and predictive maintenance solutions to improve equipment availability and reliability
• Help ensure OT systems are safe, reliable, and maintainable across manufacturing operations

• Bachelor’s degree in Automation, Electrical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in OT systems, industrial automation, manufacturing technology, or a related production environment
• Experience with C#/.NET and Python, along with knowledge of PLC interfaces, machine signals, sensors, actuators, and industrial control systems
• Familiarity with industrial networking, MES integration, IIoT platforms, data acquisition, APIs, and OT-to-enterprise system connectivity
• Strong troubleshooting, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with an understanding of traceability, predictive maintenance, and machine safety systems
• Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

• Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture
• Company paid Health and wellness benefits
• Paid Time Off and paid holidays
• 401K savings plan with company match
• Family building benefits
• Parental leave