Operational Technology Engineer

ThyssenKrupp Presta AG; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K matching

Paid time off + 13 holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Gym reimbursement

EAP

Discounted Bilstein products

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. in Hamilton, Ohio seeks a Production Operation Technology Engineer to manage OT hardware, software, and databases on the production line. You will troubleshoot Production IT issues, configure Beckhoff PLCs, CI systems, and install/maintain HMIs and vision systems.

The role supports global standards and cross-location testing. The position requires a degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industrial experience, with strong scripting and database

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industrial experience.
• Experience with automated assembly processes for automotive components.
• Team-oriented problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and troubleshoot all Production IT-related situations.
• Configure and maintain industrial systems including Beckhoff PLCs, Keyence and Cognex vision systems, printers.
• Manage HMIs and STIWA/Brosis software communications.
• Administer databases (Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server) and deploy OS updates.
• Support network infrastructure, CCTV systems, and industrial ICT security.

Skills

PowerShell

Java

JSON

JavaScript

VB

C/C++

Python

HTML

SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

4+ years related industrial experience

Tools

Beckhoff PLCs

STIWA HMI

Brosis

Trellix ePO

Oracle

MySQL

SQL Server

XAMPP

IIS

Apache Tomcat

Job description

thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America, Inc. is a world class manufacturer of suspension solutions headquartered in Hamilton, Ohio USA. thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America supplies products to a wide range of Original Equipment Automotive Manufacturers as well as Aftermarket and Motorsports customers. Our Aftermarket operations are based out of Poway, CA and our Motorsports operations are based out of Mooresville, NC.

For decades, the name BILSTEIN has been synonymous with high tech in suspension design, driving comfort, and safety. In order to expand this position BILSTEIN became a division of thyssenkrupp Technologies AG in 1988, and a wholly owned subsidiary in 2005. This partnership has enabled us to continue the BILSTEIN tradition of excellence.

Summary:

Production Operation Technology Engineer manages, edits, and keeps updated and secure OT hardware, software, and databases in the production plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

includes the following. Others may be assigned.

• Support and troubleshoot all Production IT- related situations.
• Support the configuration of industrial systems.
  • Configuration, maintenance, and technical support of Beckhoff PLCs.
  • Installation and maintenance of Keyence and Cognex industrial vision systems.
  • Configuration of Zebra and Intermec printers on production lines.
• Support in planning, installation, and updating plant ESD controls and standards.
• Management of industrial interfaces and equipment in the production environment
• Implementation and maintenance of HMIs (Z-point and Brosis) software communications
  • Administration of STIWA specialized software for monitoring and analyzing manufacturing processes
  • Support for measurement systems such as Zeiss Calypso and Contura
• Management of Technological Infrastructure for Production Systems
• Administration of databases (Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server), including queries, insertions, replications, and backups.
  • Deployment of operating systems on production equipment using SCCM.
  • Administration of Trellix security console (formerly McAfee ePO Agent) to ensure system protection.
  • Management of web servers (XAMPP, IIS, Apache Tomcat) and secure communications (HTTP, HTTPS).
• Management of Industrial Network and Communication
  • Advanced knowledge and management of network topologies, local network configurations, and communication between industrial devices.
  • Implementation and support of CCTV video systems on production lines to ensure operational security.
• Supports Production OT topics at the primary production assembly plant, and as needed, supports off-site locations such as R&D facilities for testing and lab machines
  • Supports Production OT topics for production assembly machines, lab machines, and test and development machines.
• Central contact person for all Production OT topics at production locations within Presta North America
• Troubleshooting and resolving hardware and software issues during production processes.
• Development and maintenance of scripts and applications using languages such as PowerShell, Java, PHP, JSON, and JavaScript.
• Backup implementation using tools such as Acronis and Snapshot to ensure the availability of critical information.
• The employee must maintain their Goals and Objectives on a fiscal year basis.
• Define and maintain ME Role Specific and Personal Development goals each year.
• The employee is expected to work closely with other departments within the production plant
• Maintains contact with the Global ME team to ensure our production plant is maintaining global standards and aligned with global strategy and initiatives.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to provide clear and precise technical documentation.
• Always follows and supports all Company Safety policies, procedures, and initiatives.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year College or University in Electrical Engineering, or at least four years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience working in industrial environments.
• Experience with automated assembly processes for automotive components.

• Experience in Team Oriented Problem Solving.

Computer and Technology Skills:

Software Proficiency: Required/Preferred List of essential software applications

• MS Office applications, and SPC software. Web design experience an added plus.
• Experience w/ cybersecurity antivirus software, specifically Trellix, and McAfee ePO Agent console

• Experience in programming (VB, C/C++, Java, Java Script, Powershell, Json, PHP, C#, Python, HTML or other programming language).
• Experience w/ HMI interface software installation, setup, and operations, specifically STIWA and Brosis packages

Technical Skills: Required/Preferred technical skills include the following:

• Experience managing web servers, such as XAMPP, IIS, and Apache Tomcat.
• Experience w/ PLC / IPC systems, specifically Beckhoff
• Experience working w/ Databases, specifically Oracle, MySQL Server, Microsoft SQL Server.
• Experience w/ communication protocols, specifically Telnet, FTP, SMTP, HTTP, and HTTPS

Hardware Knowledge: Required/Preferred hardware knowledge

• Experience working with Elektrobit (EBIT) boxes with both LIN and CAN connections

Systems and Platforms: Required/Preferred familiarity with list of specific systems or platforms:

• Experience with interfacing multiple electronic systems using various communication protocols

• Experience in deployment of operating systems within the manufacturing production environment
• Experience with Acoustic Measurement Systems such as Anovis
• Experience managing network infrastructure, specifically Production-LAN and Office-LAN networks

• Experience with management of Active Directory, specifically for policies, groups, and object rights permissions

• Experience with application servers, specifically graphs, dashboard, and charts (AMS related products, such as Analysis CI)
• Experience with production vision systems, their installation, setup, and operation, specifically Keyence, Cognex, and CCTV systems such as GW.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, and requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bilstein has great benefits to offer!

• A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
• Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
• 401K matching program.
• Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted BILSTEIN products.