Operational Technology (OT) Implementation Engineer - East Coast

$67,000 - $104,000/Yr

Particle Measuring Systems - Richmond, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Richmond, VA

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

Particle Measuring Systems (PMS) is seeking an Operational Technology (OT) Implementation Engineer who will play a crucial role in the deployment and successful validation of PMS Facility Management Systems. This position is integral to ensuring that the equipment and systems used in the deployment of our products meet safety, quality, and purity requirements. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing, evaluating, and installing these systems, ensuring that they align with the high standards set by PMS. Once trained, the engineer will work directly with clients across the United States, making this a dynamic and engaging role that requires both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills. In this role, the engineer will be tasked with organizing and managing multiple simultaneous project plans. This includes updating project dashboards to highlight key activities, outstanding issues, and overall project health. The engineer will manage assigned projects within designated scope and budgetary requirements, providing at least weekly reporting to customers and key stakeholders. Critical issues will need to be escalated appropriately to the project management team for review and approval, and the engineer will act as the first line of escalation for less experienced team members. Risk analysis and mitigation will also be a key responsibility, as the engineer will need to resolve conflicts and tactical escalations as they arise, ensuring smooth project execution. Regular communication with the Plant Management team regarding project progress is essential, as is the ability to effectively transfer knowledge and train less experienced team members, colleagues, and customers. This position requires a proactive approach to customer management and communication within a production environment, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage multiple simultaneous project plans.
• Update project dashboards highlighting key project activities, outstanding issues, etc.
• Manage assigned projects within designated scope and budgetary requirements.
• Provide at least weekly reporting to customers and key stakeholders.
• Appropriately escalate critical issues to the project management team for review and approval.
• Act as the first line of escalation for less experienced team members.
• Analyze risks and recommend risk mitigation actions to the project management team.
• Resolve any conflicts and tactical escalations as the need arises through an appropriate channel.
• Apprise respective Plant Management team about project progress on a regular basis.

Requirements

• Experience implementing Automation Projects in a highly regulated environment.
• Experience executing implementation project plans.
• Experience with GMP, GAMP, FDA, Annex1, etc. and other applicable regulations.
• Ability to read and utilize process diagrams, SCADA block diagrams and control schematics to implement automated monitoring/control systems.
• Able to understand, utilize and troubleshoot industrial protocols like Modbus, Ethernet IP and OPC UA.
• Highly experienced with customer management and communications skills within a production environment.
• Able to effectively work independently and collaboratively with customers and colleagues.
• Able to effectively transfer knowledge and train less experienced team members, colleagues, and customers.
• Highly experienced with automation technology implementations.
• Minimum 6 years relevant industry experience.
• Bachelor's degree in an industry relevant engineering or science discipline required or 10+ years of direct industry experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's degree.

Benefits

• Medical Health Advocate - confidential service for health care and insurance-related issues.
• Dental - Delta Dental PPO; DeltaCare USA.
• Vision - VSP Vision Plan.
• 401(k).
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Onsite Wellness Clinic - Onsite physician for basic health and wellness consultations.