OT Automation Manager

The Great Yellow Brick Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Bonus scheme

Family leave options

Job summary

LEGO Group in Richmond, VA seeks an OT Automation Manager to own Final-Pack automation technologies onsite. You will lead installation, commissioning and continuous improvement of PLC software and OT equipment, coordinating with global teams.

Strong background in Allen-Bradley PLCs, Rockwell software, and industrial IT architecture is required. The role emphasizes collaboration across platforms, suppliers, and cross-functional teams, with a focus on scalable, modular automation in a new Virginia

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree preferred with strong automation/IT background.
• Extensive PLC programming and mechatronics experience required.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley hardware and Rockwell software highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Own OT technology for Final-Pack production lines on site in Virginia.
• Install, commission and continuously improve automation platforms.
• Collaborate with suppliers and designers on automation/software development.
• Provide IT/automation architecture guidance and safety governance.

Skills

Automation programming

Mechatronics

Allen-Bradley PLC

Rockwell Studio 5000

FactoryTalk Optix Studio

Ethernet/IP

MQTT

OPC UA

Industrial OT networks

Python scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ABB Robotics

EPLAN

PcSchematic

DevOps/CI_CD concepts

Job description

## OT Automation ManagerApply: Richmond: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 13, 2026 (13 days left to apply): 0000034081**Job Description****Would you like to be the OT Technology owner Final Pack production lines at our new automated manufacturing facility in Virginia? In this role you will be the OT responsible onsite in Virginia, and a key player in installation, commissioning and continuous improvement in our Packing technology.*** The OT Automation Manager will be responsible for standardizing automation platforms for the Final-Pack area. Will support installation and commissioning of production lines from OT perspective. Identifies and collects continuous improvements for enhanced productivity, usability and serviceability. Duties will include the following:* Drives and defines platform activities to ensure growth and robust production in respect to novelties and element specific changes.* Provides technical guidance for automation and IT architecture for development and design of automation/software for equipment in collaboration with suppliers and mechanical designers.* Ensures modularity and robustness for automation and mechatronics related technology for next generation of production equipment.* Support collaboration development of cross functional team.* Provides IT knowledge to ensure state of the art architecture for a digital future.* Actively engage stakeholders and customers during and post the ramp up phase of new automation equipment.**Play your part in our team succeeding** Operational Technology is a key player for bringing the LEGO bricks in hands of the kids. Join us in making state of the art automation solutions under the Industry 4.0 umbrella. In this position you will play an important role in the installation and the commissioning of new production lines in our new factory in Virginia. You will be working with Platforms in our Final Packing technology and will have the responsibility to innovate and maintain PLC Software and OT equipment. You will be responsible for local PLC software roll out and implementation hand in hand with stakeholders globally. We need you to bring your expertise in Automation and programming and preferably with knowledge from multiple suppliers. We are starting up a new factory and hands-on automation experience is key for success in this role. You will be working closely with the Global Installation Team, to build up capacity in Virginia and support a more automated landscape for our production sites.**Do you have what it takes?*** Bachelor Degree is preferred.* Extensive experience in automation system programming and mechatronics application experience.* Extensive experience in Allen Bradley PLC system installation / troubleshooting experience (development, design and PLC-programming).* Knowledge of other automation brands and the ability to assess strength and weakness between different solutions.* Experience in ABB Robotics (troubleshooting and programming).* Fluent English, working across time zones and with multicultural teams.* Familiar with Rockwell Automation software environment (Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk Optix Studio).* Experience with machine vision systems (Keyence and/or Cognex).* Experience in Ethernet/IP, MQTT and/or OPC UA.* Hands on experience in functional safety – understand safety controller and electrical diagram design and trouble shooting.* Experience in OT network setup and troubleshooting.* Able to read and write equipment design requirements (e.g. LEGO Technical Specification).* Ability to read/understand electrical drawings.**Preferred*** Previous experience working with SAP.* Experience with Python for scripting, automation, and general programming tasks.* Familiarity with EPlan and/or PcSchematic.* Basic IT bridge building competence such as: Experience with DevOps principles like Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) OR Experience with APIs (ReST, OData).**Additional*** Ability to travel globally 20-50 days a year.* Relocation assistance is not available for this position.## **Join the global LEGO team****Compensation**The salary for this position has a range of $104,327.00 - $156,491.00 based on anticipated responsibilities, market benchmarks, and organizational constraints. The LEGO Group carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to prior experience, skills, expertise, location, internal equity, and other considerations permitted by law. The comprehensive remuneration details, inclusive of benefits, will be communicated upon finalisation of the employment offer.Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. However, please note we do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including prior to any advertised closing date. So, if you're interested in this role we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.**What’s in it for you?**Here are some of what to expect:**Family** **Care** **Leave –** We offer enhanced paid leave options for those important times.**Insurances –** All colleagues are covered by our life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.**Wellbeing** – We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to the Headspace App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and programs run by local teams where you are based**Colleague** **Discount** – We know you'll love to build so from day 1 you will qualify for our generous colleague discount.**Bonus** – We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached and if eligible, you'll be rewarded through our bonus scheme**Your workplace –** When you join the team you'll be assigned a primary workplace location i.e. one of our Offices, stores or factories. Our hybrid work policy means an average of 3 days per week in the office. The hiring team will discuss the policy and role eligibility with you during the recruitment process.We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong. The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion and Veteran status) to apply for roles in our team.We support our employees in being there for the moments that matter in life and celebrate families of all kinds, the loved ones that make us who we are. Being part of the LEGO Group also means taking part in our annual Play Day, playing a part in building a sustainable future and continuing our mission to “inspire and develop the builders of tomorrow.” The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.We conduct drug screening as a part of our drug free workplace policy and in support of our commitment to the health and safety of our employees.Online Application Accessibility Statement; which is intended for people with disabilities - LEGO systems endeavors to make www.LEGO.com/jobs accessible to any and all users. 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