Operational Technology Systems Specialist

J.D. Irving, Limited; Saint John; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an Operational Technology Systems Specialist to enhance its electrical and instrumentation department at the Saint John plant. The role involves managing cyber security measures, troubleshooting control systems, and contributing to continuous improvement efforts in a dynamic 24/7 environment. Candidates must possess a Bachelor of Engineering or Trades certification, along with significant hands-on experience in managing automation and control systems.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of Industrial experience required.
• Experience with OT Control Networks and SCADA systems.
• Proven leadership ability and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain operational technology cyber security measures.
• Troubleshoot and commission Electrical Control System equipment.
• Assist with planning, designing, and commissioning of capital projects.

Skills

Cyber security best practices

Troubleshooting

Project management

Electrical Control Systems

Distributed Control Systems

Control Networks

Education

Bachelor of Electrical Engineering

Trades Certification in Instrumentation or Electrical

Tools

Rockwell Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)

Honeywell DCS

Job description

We are hiring for anOperational Technology Systems Specialistreporting to the E&I Superintendent within our Electrical & Instrumentation department at Irving Paper, located in Saint John, New Brunswick.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering / Industrial Control Technology or Trades Certification in Instrumentation or Electrical
• 5-8 years of Industrial experience
• Experience with cyber security best practices
• Experience with Distributed Control Systems (Honeywell DCS)
• Experience with OT Control Networks, EtherNet/IP, Modbus, DeviceNet, ControlNet, and OPCDA/OPCUA and SCADA systems
• Experience with Electrical Controls Systems and Rockwell Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and VFDs
• Knowledgeable and skilled in the engineering and implementing projects
• Sound problem solving and troubleshooting abilities
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects
• Proven leadership ability and able to work well within a team

Responsibilities

• Implementing, managing, and maintaining information and operational technology cyber security measures
• Programming, troubleshooting and commissioning Electrical Control System equipment
• Assistance with Capital Project Work - planning, designing and commissioning logic and equipment as required
• Responding to day-to-day operation’s requests for assistance with electrical equipment in a 24/7 operating environment
• Work with plant operational teams to drive continuous improvement efforts related to process control systems
• Occasional supervision of E&I Technicians in their day-to-day maintenance activities