Junior Industrial Automation Solution Architect

Our client, well-know international seeds producer, is looking for an Junior Industrial Automation Solution Engineer to join their team.

The department of Industrial Automation (IA) is responsible for Operational Technology in the domains: Processing Automation, Farm Automation, Building Automation, Lab Automation and Greenhouse Automation. The department has a global responsibility in the field of Service Management, Automation Security, Business Support and Project Support.

The Junior IA Solution Architect is accountable for:

1) IA Solution Design for Changes and small Projects:

• Managing the end-to-end Solution Design process covering authoring Solution Designs, executing Assessments (Security, Data Privacy etc.), contribute to Business Cases and Architecture Board Approval.

2) IA Asset & Configuration Management:

• Documenting IA related data & information and storing these in the respective Information Systems and Portals.
• Maintaining IA Information Systems and Portals.

3) Automation Security:

• Supporting the OAS's on executing High Level Risk Assessments for Automation Security.

4) Business/Technical Support:

• Supporting the IA Technician in technical tasks and incidents.
• Actively participate in technical tasks on the shop floor.

Competences:

• Technical Expertise: possessing a good understanding and practical (on the shop floor experience) of industrial automation technologies, such as SCADA, PLC, HMI, robotics, and control systems.
• Industry Knowledge: staying up to date with the latest trends, technologies, and standards in the industrial automation domain.
• Business Acumen: understanding the business objectives and requirements of the organization and aligning automation solutions accordingly.
• Adaptability: being open to change and able to adapt to evolving technologies and industry trends; having the flexibility to adjust designs and strategies based on changing customer needs and market dynamics.

Qualifications:

• Good knowledge of industrial control systems, SCADA, PLC, HMI, and other automation technologies.
• Good understanding of networking protocols and communication interfaces used in industrial automation.
• Proficiency in system integration and interoperability standards, such as OPC, MQTT, and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with relevant industry regulations, standards, and cybersecurity practices.

Required computer skills:

• Networking: Knowledge of networking protocols and communication interfaces used in industrial automation systems, such as Modbus, OPC, Ethernet/IP, and TCP/IP. Familiarity with industrial networking hardware, such as switches and routers, is required.
• Cybersecurity: Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and tools to protect industrial automation systems from cyber threats. Being able to implement security measures like firewalls, VPNs, and access controls is essential.

Conditions:

• Permanent contract
• Hybrid work mode
• Competitive base salary + 0,5 of 13th month bonus + pension + additional benefits