Operational Technology SCADA Specialist

Do you like using your IT skills to solve complex problems in a highly collaborative environment? Join the UFP Industries' IT team where you will be integral to the continuous improvement of our company.

 

Job Summary

We are looking for an Operational Technology SCADA Specialist to work on our Ignition platforms. You will be responsible for executing the product vision and strategy in alignment with business objectives and coordinating with OT Field Services Teams and Regional Engineering teams to make continuous enhancements to the system. This position will also include coaching and mentoring other SCADA Specialist staff on industry best practices. This position relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Location: Must work out of the Grand Rapids, MI corporate office or any UFP plant.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead advanced SCADA development projects.

• Integrate OT Software with other line of business applications.

• Innovate and implement new features and functionalities.

• Mentor junior specialists and staff.

• Coordinate with Project Managers to ensure product specifications are met.

• Oversee the development operations of Ignition software.

Qualifications

• Proficient with Inductive Automation software and development.

• Proficient in SQL scripting.

• Experience working with Ignition 8.1+

• Experience coding Allen Bradley, Schneider Electric, and Click PLCs.

• Working knowledge of MQTT technology, experience with HiveMQ Preferred.

• Solid understanding of industrial control and equipment maintenance systems such as SCADA, IIoT, and MES as they pertain to Operational Technology.

• Familiar with API and MQTT concepts, features, and benefits, such as publish-subscribe, broker, topic, QoS, and security.

• Experience in working on projects that include cross-functional departments within I.T.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Communication – possesses exceptional writing and verbal presentation skills enabling her/him to prepare and present information and recommendations to a broad and diverse audience

Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in the use of the English language in reading, writing and speaking

• Ability to learn new computer software applications quickly

• Logical, process-oriented nature

• Ability to communicate clearly via video conference, phone and email with customers, vendors and co-workers

• Ability to identify and pursue opportunities for improvement in business processes and systems

• Must work out of the Grand Rapids, MI corporate office or any UFPI Plant.

• Travel expectation is up to 10% per year.

Working Conditions

Working environment is generally favorable.  Requires sitting at a desk for long periods of time. Some traveling is required.

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.