Operational Technology

Site Security Automation Cluster Lead – Richmond, VA

Site Security Automation Cluster Lead

📍 Location: Richmond, Virginia (On-Site)
🌎 Travel: Quarterly travel to Long Island, NY (or as needed)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Available
💰 Salary: $122,000 – $167,750 + Bonus

Overview

A global manufacturing organization is seeking a Site Security Automation Cluster Lead to drive automation, digital manufacturing transformation, and operational cybersecurity across multiple manufacturing facilities.

This leadership role is responsible for automation systems, Operational Technology Networks (OTN), cybersecurity compliance, capital project execution, digital transformation initiatives, and long-term technology roadmaps. The position supports multiple manufacturing sites and serves as the primary automation and cybersecurity expert for the cluster.

Key Responsibilities

Automation & Digital Transformation

  • Develop and execute automation and digital manufacturing roadmaps.

  • Lead smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

  • Drive automation upgrades, modernization projects, and digital transformation programs.

  • Improve site Digital Maturity through increased:

    • Computerization

    • Connectivity

    • Visibility

    • Transparency

    • Predictive Analytics

    • Adaptability

Cybersecurity & Infrastructure

  • Own Operational Technology Network (OTN) cybersecurity strategy.

  • Ensure compliance with corporate automation, infrastructure, and cybersecurity standards.

  • Lead disaster recovery and business continuity planning for automation systems.

  • Manage lifecycle planning and replacement of obsolete automation hardware and software.

Capital Projects & Project Management

  • Lead automation-related capital projects from concept through implementation.

  • Manage project budgets, timelines, and benefit realization.

  • Support integration of new production lines, equipment, and digital technologies.

  • Track project savings and ROI throughout project execution.

Operational Leadership

  • Serve as escalation point for automation, controls, and cybersecurity issues.

  • Collaborate with plant engineering, maintenance, operations, and IT teams.

  • Manage automation infrastructure, controls systems, and manufacturing technology platforms.

  • Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.

Team & Stakeholder Management

  • Lead cross-functional project teams across multiple manufacturing sites.

  • Build automation and cybersecurity capability within the organization.

  • Partner with regional and global automation leaders on technology strategy and best practices.

  • Drive stakeholder engagement focused on process optimization, compliance, and performance improvement.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.

  • 10+ years of experience in:

    • Industrial Automation

    • Controls Engineering

    • Manufacturing Systems

    • Project Management

  • Strong experience with:

    • Industrial Control Systems (ICS)

    • Operational Technology Networks (OTN)

    • Manufacturing Cybersecurity

    • Digital Manufacturing Initiatives

Preferred Skills

✔ Industrial Automation
✔ Manufacturing Controls Systems
✔ Operational Technology Networks (OTN)
✔ Cybersecurity for Manufacturing Systems
✔ Industry 4.0 / Smart Manufacturing
✔ Capital Project Management
✔ Digital Transformation
✔ Industrial Networking
✔ Manufacturing Infrastructure
✔ Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
✔ Continuous Improvement

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned Automation or Controls Engineering leader with strong experience managing manufacturing technology environments across multiple facilities.

They will bring:

  • Deep expertise in automation systems and industrial cybersecurity.

  • Strong project management and capital deployment experience.

  • Experience leading digital manufacturing transformation initiatives.

  • Ability to influence stakeholders across operations, engineering, maintenance, and IT.

  • Strong leadership skills with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Experience

10+ Years

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Industry

Manufacturing / Food & Beverage

Seniority

Senior-Level

Travel

Quarterly Travel to NY

Location

Richmond, VA (On-Site)

Relocation

Available

Bonus

Eligible

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Lead automation and cybersecurity strategy across multiple manufacturing sites.

  • Drive large-scale Industry 4.0 and digital transformation initiatives.

  • High visibility role with significant impact on operational performance.

  • Strong compensation package with bonus potential.

  • Opportunity to influence the future of smart manufacturing within a global organization.

 

Digital Manufacturing Engineer – MES & Industrial Automation | Wisconsin

Digital Manufacturing Engineer – MES

📍 Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin
🏢 Work Model: Primarily Onsite (Flexible for appointments, weather events, etc.)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
💰 Base Salary: $105,000 – $120,000
🎯 Bonus Eligible: Yes
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required

Role Overview

We are seeking a Digital Manufacturing Engineer (MES) to join a corporate Advanced Manufacturing team driving digital transformation across multiple manufacturing sites.

This role focuses on building and integrating shop-floor digital solutions that enable manufacturing teams to operate more efficiently, accurately, and intelligently. You will solve complex operational challenges using MES, analytics, and enterprise integration — while leading projects and mentoring others.

This is a hands-on, high-impact engineering role at the center of a broader digitalization strategy.

What You’ll Be Doing

🔹 MES & Shop-Floor Application Development

  • Build and deploy Tulip applications with MES as a primary focus

  • Integrate MES platforms with enterprise systems such as:

    • SAP

    • CMMS

    • Other operational platforms

  • Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement of deployed MES systems

🔹 Data & Analytics

  • Design and maintain dashboards using:

    • Power BI

    • Tulip Analytics

  • Ensure accuracy and integrity of manufacturing data

  • Develop cloud-based reporting and analytics solutions

🔹 OT & Enterprise Integration

  • Integrate OT systems with enterprise platforms using:

    • REST APIs

    • OPC

    • MQTT

  • Work with PLCs, SCADA, QMS, and data historians

  • Support lab testing and onsite proof-of-concept initiatives

🔹 Continuous Improvement & Support

  • Support end-of-line test cell enhancements

  • Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours support

  • Lead training and knowledge transfer sessions for operations teams

  • Manage project schedules, budgets, and scope changes

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in:

    • Engineering

    • Industrial Technology

    • Business (with relevant experience)

  • 5+ years of progressive experience supporting manufacturing technology

  • Hands-on experience designing or supporting shop-floor software solutions

  • Experience working with MES platforms

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience managing technical projects (requirements, budgets, timelines)

  • Strong understanding of manufacturing systems including:

    • MES

    • QMS

    • PLCs

    • SCADA

    • Data Historians

    • CMMS

  • Programming experience in:

    • Python

    • JavaScript

    • C#

  • Strong SQL experience (complex queries, stored procedures, triggers)

  • Experience with OPC servers and industrial data tags

  • Experience integrating OT systems with enterprise platforms

  • Cloud-based analytics/reporting experience

  • Ability to lead workshops and gather complex manufacturing requirements

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Strong understanding of how digital tools improve shop-floor performance

  • Experience diagnosing and resolving MES errors

  • Comfortable handling multiple change requests

  • Able to translate machine limitations, bottlenecks, and VOC into technical solutions

  • Practical, solutions-oriented mindset

  • Capable of balancing hands-on development with strategic project leadership

Why This Role Stands Out

  • High-visibility digital transformation initiatives

  • Modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

  • Collaborative Advanced Manufacturing team

  • Flexibility when needed (appointments, weather events, etc.)

  • Bonus eligibility and strong benefits package

  • Strong culture focused on innovation and operational excellence

Benefits Overview

  • Medical, Dental, Vision

  • 401(k)

  • Bonus eligibility

  • Modern facility amenities

  • Employee engagement programs

  • Product discount programs

 

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