Overview
We are looking for an experienced OT/IT Integration Architect to define and implement integration standards in a complex manufacturing environment. This role will involve collaborating with various engineering teams and stakeholders to ensure the effective connectivity between shopfloor equipment and manufacturing systems, while focusing on achieving a Unified Namespace architecture across multiple sites. The position is fully remote and offers a long-term contract opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Define and maintain L2–L3 connectivity standards across various manufacturing systems.
- Develop reference architectures and integration patterns for shopfloor equipment.
- Establish UNS information models and data structures consistent with ISA-95 and ISA-88.
- Define standards for industrial data quality, timestamping, and edge buffering.
- Support the implementation and governance of UNS platforms and connectivity solutions.
- Develop technical standards, design templates, and commissioning requirements.
- Provide technical guidance to engineering teams and system integrators.
- Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Extensive experience in OT/IT integration and manufacturing systems architecture (L1–L4).
- Strong understanding of ISA-95, industrial integration standards, and messaging protocols.
- Hands-on knowledge of OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, and EtherNet/IP.
- Experience integrating PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems with MES and LIMS.
- Proven track record in developing industrial connectivity standards and reference architectures.
- Strong understanding of data modelling and middleware systems.
- Experience in pharmaceutical, FMCG, or other process manufacturing environments.
- Excellent stakeholder management and technical communication skills.