Plant Computing Senior Engineer (MoM – Manufacturing Operations Management)

NEOM Green Hydrogen Company; Tabuk Province; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

NEOM Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) is building the world's largest green ammonia facility, advancing Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and sustainable energy goals. The Plant Computing Senior Engineer will operate and optimize OT and IT/OT integration, focusing on AspenTech solutions, reliability, and cybersecurity to support production and engineering teams.

You will troubleshoot, implement enhancements, and collaborate with operations, engineering, IT, and vendors on projects that improve plant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master's degree is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and support plant computing systems, including AspenTech solutions and OT platforms.
• Ensure reliability, availability, and security of OT systems.
• Develop and execute maintenance schedules to minimize downtime.
• Support IT/OT integration and data flow between OT and IT platforms.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, IT, and vendors on projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Documentation

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE/IE/IT

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Aspen IP.21

Aspen InfoPlus

SIMATIC

GE Vernova E-Terra Habitat

Job description

NEOM Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC) is developing the world's largest green ammonia production facility, supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the global transition to sustainable energy. The project integrates up to 4 GW of renewable energy and is scheduled to commence operations in 2026.

Position Summary

The Plant Computing Senior Engineer is responsible for the operation, support, and optimization of plant computing systems, with a focus on AspenTech solutions, operational technology (OT) systems, OT infrastructure, and IT/OT integration.

The role ensures the reliability, availability, and cybersecurity of critical operational systems supporting production and engineering activities. Working closely with operations, engineering, IT teams, and external vendors, the successful candidate will troubleshoot issues, implement enhancements, and contribute to projects that improve plant performance and digitalization.

Key Responsibilities:

System Management & Support

• Operate, maintain, and support plant computing systems, including AspenTech solutions, SIMATIC, GE Vernova Advanced Energy Management System (E-Terra Habitat), and other engineering tools.
• Ensure the reliability, availability, and security of OT systems.
• Develop and execute maintenance schedules and strategies to minimize downtime.

Project Support

• Participate in projects involving the implementation, upgrade, and optimization of OT systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align project activities with business objectives and manufacturing requirements.
• Support project planning by providing technical expertise, testing, and documentation.

Technical Expertise

• Provide technical support, administration, and troubleshooting for AspenTech and other OT solutions.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Support the integration and data flow between OT systems and IT platforms.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, procedures, and standards.
• Work with vendors and service providers to support OT systems.
• Evaluate products and services against operational requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to address business needs related to OT systems.

Security & Compliance

• Ensure OT systems comply with organizational security policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support cybersecurity measures to protect operational systems.
• Participate in audits and assessments to maintain compliance and system integrity.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Master's degree is preferred but not required.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in plant computing, OT systems, or industrial IT/automation environments.
• Hands-on experience with AspenTech solutions, including Aspen IP.21, Aspen InfoPlus, or related tools.
• Strong understanding of operational technology systems, process control networks, and engineering software tools.

Technical Requirements

• Experience with IT/OT integration and industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, OPC, and MQTT.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles within OT/ICS environments and frameworks such as ISA/IEC 62443.
• Experience with Windows/Linux administration, virtualization, databases, and backup/recovery solutions.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in industrial and energy sectors.

Preferred Certifications

• AspenTech product certifications.
• ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity certifications.
• Microsoft, VMware, or equivalent infrastructure certifications.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support system audits, compliance reviews, and disaster recovery exercises.
• Assist in training plant personnel on OT and IT systems.
• Participate in cross-functional projects involving IT, OT, and process engineering teams.
• Support proof-of-concept evaluations for new technologies.
• Provide on-call support for critical OT and plant computing issues.

Skills & Technical Knowledge:

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in servers, networking, virtualization, and storage technologies.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.
• Strong understanding of IT/OT infrastructure, process control systems, and cybersecurity principles.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols and ITIL frameworks.
• Understanding of business continuity and disaster recovery practices.

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Proactive, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning.