Operational Technology (OT) Manager (m/w/d)

Interroll Group; Wermelskirchen; Presencial; EUR 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

30 days vacation

Job bike

Urban Sports

Free parking

Lunch discounts

Descripción de la vacante

Interroll Holding AG is seeking an Operational Technology (OT) Manager (m/w/d) to lead the installation, configuration and maintenance of manufacturing hardware and software across production sites. The role focuses on developing a global OT security framework, evaluating vendors, and coordinating OT/IT integration to improve efficiency and security.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field, with 5+ years in industrial automation/IT+OT, and possess strong knowledge of OT

Formación

• Master’s degree in electrical/electronics/automation/computer science or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial automation/IT+OT in manufacturing.
• Experience with OT frameworks and MES integration.
• Certifications in cybersecurity frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82, ISO/IEC 27001).
• Proficiency in English and German (C1).
• Willingness for frequent international travel.
• Strong problem solving and prioritization under pressure.
• Experience in project budgeting and vendor management.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee installation, configuration and maintenance of manufacturing hardware and software (PLC, SCADA, HMI, MES).
• Develop and roll out a global OT security strategy for production environments.
• Assess vendors for OT equipment and software delivering secure OT solutions.
• Report to Interroll Security Board on cyber threats and mitigations.
• Coordinate OT configurations to improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance security.
• Build a network of OT contacts across production sites and collaborate with central IT.
• Support network segmentation and OT safety against malware and cyberattacks.
• Visit plants to assess information security risks related to software and hardware.

Conocimientos

Industrial automation

Cybersecurity frameworks (IEC 62443, N

Project management

Vendor management

English & German C1

Educación

Master Degree in electrical engineering / automation / computer science

Herramientas

PLC

SCADA

HMI

MES

Descripción del empleo

A genuine interest in and the identification with the business of our customers is our source of inspiration. People at Interroll embrace values like responsibility, accountability and a passion for those details that really count.

Operational Technology (OT) Manager (m/w/d)

The Interroll Group is the leading global provider of material-handling solutions. The company was founded in 1959 and has been listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange since 1997.

Interroll provides system integrators and OEMs with a wide range of platform-based products and services in these categories: Rollers (conveyor rollers), Drives (motors and drives for conveyor systems), Conveyors & Sorters, as well as Pallet Handling (flow storage systems).

Interroll products and solutions are used in express and postal services, e-commerce, airports, the food & beverage industry, fashion, automotive sectors, and many other industries. Among the end users are leading brands such as Amazon, Bosch, Coca-Cola, DHL, Nestlé, Procter & Gamble, Siemens, Walmart, and Zalando.

Headquartered in Switzerland, Interroll has a global network of 36 operating companies with sales of CHF 514.2 million and around 2,400 employees (average number of employees in 2025).

What are my responsibilities?

• In constant exchange with local IT/OT functions, oversee the installation, configuration and maintenance of manufacturing hardware and software, including PLC, SCADA, HMI and MES systems
• Develop, roll‑out and take account for a global operational security strategy covering all OT assets in the company’s industrial and production environments
• Assess current and new vendors for equipment, software and support services in their ability to build and deliver secure OT applications and systems
• Report to governing bodies (e. g. Interroll Security Board) concerning new and emerging cyber threats
• Implement uniform OT technology, configurations and protocols to the degree applicable in order to improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance security
• Create a network of local OT responsibles within the production companies together with MDs/Head of plants
• Actively cooperate with central IT functions in the upcoming network segmentation process, increasing OT safety against malware and cyberattacks
• Visit plants conducting assessments concerning information security risks related to software, hardware, third‑party applications

What do I need to qualify for this job?

• Master Degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, automation, computer science or comparable
• Minimum of 5 years’ of work experience in the field of industrial automation/IT+OT in a manufacturing environment
• Deep knowledge of OT relevant frameworks (e. g. industrial control systems, SCADA, etc.)
• Experience with MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems) as well as integrating OT level with MES
• Certified professional knowledge concerning cybersecurity frameworks (e. g. IEC 62443, NIST SP 800-82 and ISO/IEC 27001)
• Min. C1 in English and German, additional languages a strong plus
• Willingness for frequent international travel is required
• High capabilities in problem solving and prioritization, with proven capability of handling high‑pressure situations, troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues to prevent equipment downtime
• Experience in managing projects of adequate size, including budgeting and resource allocation as well as experience in vendor management
• Strong identification with our corporate values: Long‑term thinking, Committed to excellence, Always respectful, Passionate about customers

What do we offer you?

• Attractive employer benefits: Secure job in a growing, international company
• Agile working environment: Modern and well‑equipped workplace, short decision‑making processes thanks to flat hierarchies
• Personal development as well as varied and responsible tasks
• The opportunity to contribute your own ideas and increase innovative strength
• Many additional benefits: job bike, urban Sports, free parking, discounted lunch, etc.
• 30 days vacation
• Flexible organization of mobile office and on‑site work

Are you interested in this position and would like to face new challenges?

Please send us your application documents, stating your salary expectations and your earliest possible starting date.