OT & Automation Engineer: Digital Transformation & Security

AkzoNobel; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff discount

Flexible benefits

Job summary

AkzoNobel in Gateshead is seeking an experienced OT and Automation Engineer to drive digital transformation at our Felling site. You will maintain and develop Industrial Control Systems, support automation projects and strengthen cyber security across the facility.

Reporting to the EC&I Lead, you will collaborate with IT, engineering and suppliers to design solutions, manage third-party contractors and deliver reliable, efficient plant performance within a highly automated manufacturing

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electronics, Industrial Control, Automation Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience maintaining Industrial Control Systems within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience with automation platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Honeywell or ABB.
• Understanding of OT cyber security, industrial networks and database technologies (OPC, SQL).
• Excellent troubleshooting, project management and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, troubleshoot and improve Industrial Control Systems (PLCs, SCADA and associated equipment).
• Support the delivery of automation and digital transformation projects across the site.
• Develop and maintain ICs network architecture, software backups and business continuity plans.
• Work with internal teams and external suppliers to design and implement automation solutions.
• Act as the Site Cyber Security Officer, ensuring OT cyber security standards and policies are implemented.
• Carry out cyber security risk and vulnerability assessments for industrial control systems.
• Support functional safety activities including HAZOP studies and process safety management.
• Manage third-party contractors and collaborate closely with IT, engineering and regional digital teams.
• Provide technical expertise to improve reliability, efficiency and plant performance.

Job description

AkzoNobel in Gateshead is seeking an experienced OT and Automation Engineer to drive digital transformation at our Felling site. You will maintain and develop Industrial Control Systems, support automation projects and strengthen cyber security across the facility.

Reporting to the EC&I Lead, you will collaborate with IT, engineering and suppliers to design solutions, manage third-party contractors and deliver reliable, efficient plant performance within a highly automated manufacturing