IT/OT Engineer

Altentechnologyusa; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ALTEN Technology USA seeks an IT/OT Engineer to bridge IT and OT environments, ensuring secure, reliable integration of manufacturing systems, networks, and business apps. You will support plant operations, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and continuous improvement across facilities.

The role emphasizes implementing IT/OT connectivity, coordinating with vendors, and maintaining OT infrastructure while collaborating with production and engineering teams to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, CS, Industrial Technology or related field.
• 3+ years supporting manufacturing IT/OT/industrial systems.
• Ability to work fully on-site in Kinston, NC.
• Experience with SCADA, MES, Historian, PLC and automation tech.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity for industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support IT/OT connectivity solutions.
• Integrate manufacturing systems with ERP, MES, SCADA, Historian, and analytics platforms.
• Support data collection, visualization, and reporting.
• Manage industrial networks, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Maintain OT infrastructure, servers, VMs, and industrial PCs.
• Ensure high availability of plant systems.
• Coordinate with production, maintenance, and engineering teams.

Skills

On-site work

Troubleshooting

Stakeholder communication

Documentation

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/IT/CS/Industrial Tech

Tools

SCADA

MES

Historian

PLC

Windows Server

Virtualization

Job description

We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.

As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.

When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

We are seeking an IT/OT Engineer to serve as the technical bridge between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) environments. This role is responsible for ensuring the secure, reliable, and efficient integration of manufacturing systems, industrial networks, and business applications. The position supports plant operations, digital transformation initiatives, cybersecurity compliance, and continuous improvement efforts across production facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and support IT/OT connectivity solutions.
• Integrate manufacturing systems with enterprise applications, including ERP, MES, SCADA, Historian, and data analytics platforms.
• Support data collection, visualization, and reporting initiatives.
• Manage and troubleshoot industrial networks, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Maintain OT infrastructure, including servers, virtual environments, and industrial PCs.
• Ensure high availability and reliability of plant systems.
• Support manufacturing and automation environments, including PLC, HMI, SCADA, and related systems.
• Partner with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to resolve technical issues.
• Participate in planned shutdowns, upgrades, and commissioning activities.
• Implement and maintain OT cybersecurity controls in accordance with corporate standards and industry frameworks.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and support remediation activities.
• Maintain system documentation, asset inventories, and network diagrams.
• Support site digitalization and modernization projects.
• Develop technical requirements, test plans, and implementation strategies.
• Coordinate with vendors, system integrators, and internal stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Industrial Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience supporting manufacturing IT, OT, automation, or industrial systems.
• Ability to work fully on-site in Kinston, NC.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, pharmaceutical, chemical, food and beverage, or similar operational environments preferred.
• Industrial networking and infrastructure.
• Windows Server environments and virtualization technologies.
• SCADA, MES, Historian, and manufacturing systems.
• PLC and automation technologies.
• Cybersecurity principles for industrial control systems.
• Knowledge of ISA/IEC 62443, NIST, or similar frameworks preferred.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a manufacturing environment.

The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.

Compliance Notice:

Alten USA is a federal contractor subject to the requirements of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and Executive Order 11246. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Drug Screening Requirement:

As a federal contractor, Alten USA maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates selected for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre‑employment drug screening as a condition of hire.