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Since 1792, we\'ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings
that help to color people\'s lives and protect what matters most. Our
world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International,
Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We\'re
active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and
enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is
an opportunity. It\'s what you\'d expect from a pioneering and
long-established paints company that\'s dedicated to providing
sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today -
while creating an even better tomorrow. Let\'s paint the future
together.
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Job Purpose
The Control Systems Engineer position is to support the site in their OT
& Automation journey through technical capability to specify, install,
maintain & safeguard Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and associated
systems. Further, to collaborate with sites and regional teams to
augment existing automation capabilities, capture future opportunities,
and create road maps for automation projects that support the business
objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Functional OT / ICS Excellence:
- Provide hands on expertise and technical guidance to the site on
control system repairs, design changes, and projects based on
troubleshooting or performance evaluation.
- Develop, Update and Maintain site\'s digital map (network
architecture) of the Industrial Control System (ICS), including but
not limited to equipment locations, IP / MAC addresses, routes etc.
- Collaborate with the Regional Digital Deployment teams and support
the site to prepare the prerequisites (hardware / software) for
digital initiatives. i.e. shutdown management, performance portal
etc.
- Work with automation integrators to define & design solutions,
obtain project proposals, and determine final vendor selection.
Site Cyber Security:
As nominated Site Cyber Security Officer (SCSO)
- Ensure that the OT cyber security standards and policies are
implemented and report compliance
- Execute periodical Cybersecurity Risk Assessments / Vulnerability
Assessments of the systems
- Communicate the site-specific cyber security requirements to
suppliers and contractors
- Attend and lead the ICS awareness training at site
Process Safety Management: SALUS
- For the Industrial Control Systems ensure the following records are
up to date
- Safety Data Sheets
- Safe Operating Limits (SOLs)
- Control system logic diagrams, loops, and critical process
interlocks
People / Relation Management:
- Secures outsourcing to designated third party providers as needed
and manages third party providers while on site
- Liaison with Information Management (IM) and subcontractors in
maintaining site industrial control systems.
- Keep close coordination with Digital Architect & ISC Cybersecurity
Officer for functional support and guidance.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electronics,
Industrial Control or similar.
- Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience
- Previous experience of factory digital transformation programs
- Control system maintenance experience in a large, high volume
manufacturing facility
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity, network architecture, and data
collection methodologies
- Experience in programming/troubleshooting Programmable Logic
Controllers (PLCs). Experience with ABB, Allen-Bradley, etc.
- Experience in different communication protocols (Pr fibus, Modbus,
serial, ethernet, wireless etc.)
- Database management (OPC, SQL etc.)
- Field instrument experience
Rewards & Benefits
The salary range for these skills is: \$95,000.00 - \$105,000.00.This is
the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages
for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted
range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Benefits: Medical insurance with HSA Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits
Annual bonus 401K retirement savings with 6% company match Generous
vacation, personal and holiday pay Paid Parental leave Hybrid work for
most exempt roles Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks Career growth
opportunities on a regional and global scale Tuition Reimbursement
Career growth opportunities Employee referral bonus
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At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and
respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We
strive to embrace diversity in a context of toler