Executes digital and automation solutions across Hershey’s manufacturing sites.
Uses high-level understanding of process control network architecture and security requirements to ensure manufacturing solutions are as secured as possible.
Effectively communicates across all levels and disciplines of the organization.
Understands both industry and business standards in executing optimal solutions.
Leads the execution of digital systems and solutions (cost estimates, feasibility, interpretation of requirements specifications and recommendations).
Participates in the development of the business case, technical feasibility, and plan for customer (plant) acceptance.
Uses engineering knowledge, judgment, creativity, and experience to execute highly technical IT/OT digital initiatives.
Establishes new procedures and technologies, identifying new industry trends with a continuous improvement mindset.
Provides leadership and expertise in support of projects utilizing the AVEVA PI and HiveMQ software suites.
Leads the implementation of Connected Worker software across the supply chain.
Serves as a digital subject matter expert for capital projects.
Identifies opportunities to drive the delivery, knowledge transfer and value generation of the digital manufacturing suite of applications.

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Information Technology, or other closely related field of study
8 years’ experience leading and designing digital automation and controls projects
Advanced knowledge of Connected Worker software platforms including Augmentir
Programming languages/scripting (IEC 61131-3, C#, Python, SQL, etc.)
Modern software architectures, including microservices, containers, OSI Model Layers 1-4, cloud computing technologies.
Network architecture, virtual machine environments (VMWare), VLANs, firewall rules, servers
Industrial control system integration using open integration protocols OPC/MQTT
Unified Namespace Architecture, ISA-95, event driven architectures
AVEVA PI Systems architecture including connectivity, asset framework management, client visualization tools.
Control system components and architecture systems (e.g., PLCs, Ethernet, Kepware OPC, Microsoft Networking [TCP/IP], HMI/SCADA)
State-of-the-art control components and systems
Securing systems running ICS-related communications protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, OPC, MODBUS, ProfiNET)
Industrial Control Network architecture
Software development methodologies, version control systems, automated testing techniques

Staff Engineer – OT Digital Systems

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