Operational Technology (OT) Specialist

Biopharma Careers; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 47,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Retirement contributions

Other perquisites

Job summary

Biopharma Careers is seeking an Operational Technology (OT) Specialist in Milwaukee, WI. You will deliver OT system implementations, support routine OT operations, and provide technical expertise for reliability and cybersecurity in industrial automation environments.

The role involves incident management, change execution, lifecycle record maintenance, and collaboration with IT/OT teams to enable digital transformation and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher in engineering or related field.
• 2+ years industrial OT experience; 5+ years if no degree.
• Knowledge of IT/OT integration and cybersecurity for OT.
• Experience with incident/change management and lifecycle records.
• Ability to translate OT designs into software/hardware configurations.

Responsibilities

• Execute and test authorized changes to OT systems.
• Manage OT incidents and drive timely resolution.
• Coordinate IT incidents affecting the OT system.
• Maintain lifecycle records of IT/OT assets.
• Support cybersecurity routing and patching for OT.
• Develop SOPs and provide technical assistance for automation environments.

Skills

OT systems experience

Cybersecurity awareness

Project management

Data analytics

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Industrial automation

Automation concepts

Education

Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or other engineering discipline

High School Diploma or GED

5+ years of industrial experience with OT systems

Tools

CAD

3D printing

Job description

Work Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Shift: No

Department: LS-SC-UGMFA Facility Services MK

This information is for internals only. Please do not share outside of the organization.

Your Role:

The Operational Technology (OT) Specialist is primarily responsible for delivering OT system implementations in accordance with approved architectures and for routine day-to-day operational activities on OT systems. The role provides technical expertise to support service continuity, executes change management, manages OT incidents, and maintains lifecycle records of IT/OT assets. The role also handles problem management and knowledge management to improve system reliability and supports IT/OT integration, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives.

Accountabilities:

• Execute and test authorized changes to OT systems and report back to the OT Service Delivery team.
• Manage OT system incidents and drive timely resolution.
• Coordinate IT incidents that impact the OT system under charge.
• Manage lifecycle and records of IT/OT assets, including identification, registration, and updates.
• Periodically review major and recurrent incidents, identify problems, communicate errors, and apply workarounds as possible.
• Support regular disaster recovery exercises, conduct lessons learned, and improve plans; assist in disaster recovery activities for OT systems.
• Record user queries via service desk channels, validate them, and initiate appropriate activities (e.g., incident management or service requests).
• Translate OT solution design into software/hardware code/configuration.
• Execute cybersecurity routing activities on OT systems (e.g., access management and patching).
• Support OT engineering and computer system initiatives by performing maintenance activities, developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), troubleshooting system issues, and providing technical assistance for industrial control and automation environments.
• Support Building Automation Technician and Automation & Controls Specialist with navigating OT infrastructure.
• Register, maintain, and promote knowledge on incident resolution and change execution.
• Provide IT/OT integration expertise to connect OT systems with IT infrastructure.
• Apply digital transformation best practices to OT projects and initiatives.
• Contribute to cybersecurity, data analytics, and risk management efforts for OT environments.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or other engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of industrial experience with OT systems.
• OR
• High School Diploma or GED
• 5+ years of industrial experience with OT systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• IT/OT integration expertise, including knowledge of Industry 4.0 / Smart Manufacturing concepts.
• Cybersecurity awareness and ability to implement OT security measures.
• Project management capabilities for IT/OT and digital projects.
• Data analytics skills for OT data collection and decision-making.
• Service continuity and availability management for OT systems
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and develop effective solutions.
• Able to plan and execute work independently even when full information is not available.
• Effective at communicating technical information clearly to a variety of audiences including operators, engineers, and leadership.
• Skilled in presenting technical concepts and system performance updates to management and cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Able to learn and apply new automation, robotics, and mechatronic technologies to support continuous improvement.
• Experienced with prototyping and mechatronic concepts including CAD, 3D printing, and basic fabrication techniques when needed for automation solutions.
• Knowledgeable in DOE and process optimization methods that support automation tuning and system performance.
• Able to work safely in environments requiring PPE and awareness of chemical, electrical, and mechanical hazards.
• Capable of supporting automation systems in both office and production environments.

Pay Range for this position: $34 - $52 per hour

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.