OT Network Engineer

Job Description

Grace is seeking an OT Network Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team! This role reports to Manager Telecommunications & OT IT Systems located at Lake Charles, LA. The OT Network Engineer will play a crucial role in designing and implementing networking, virtualization, monitoring, and backup systems, in accordance with Grace's Operational Technology (OT) Standards. This position focuses on deploying industrial and commercial virtual platforms, servers, and backup systems to enhance the manufacturing environment. This position will provide troubleshooting and support of OT networks in concert with other members of the OT team to ensure rapid response of issues related to plant floor production networking systems.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can work collaboratively in a team environment, possess exceptional problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and refined communication skills.

Responsibilities

• OT Network Design and Implementation: Planning, creating, and deploying an OT network infrastructure that meets Grace’s standards.
• System Design & Implementation: Lead the setup and deployment of virtualization platforms, servers, and backup systems within the manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance with Grace OT networking standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to align IT and operational goals, providing technical support and guidance throughout implementation phases.
• Network Design Guidance: Provide design expertise on network configurations and setups specifically for OT environments.
• Vendor Collaboration: Partner with control systems vendors, local IT, and OT teams to set up, configure, and deploy new hardware installations, including servers, switches, and PCs.
• Security Compliance: Review security requirements to ensure the network complies with established security standards, including familiarity with the Purdue model framework.
• Vulnerability Evaluation: Assess systems and networks for security vulnerabilities, offering solutions to address identified risks.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate clearly and proactively with stakeholders regarding reasons for required changes to systems and processes.
• Strategic Participation: Participate in Operations Technology meetings, reviews, and strategic discussions to align SI initiatives with operational goals.

Required Qualifications

• This position will require up to 20% travel Candidates will be located at a Grace manufacturing site including international travel.
• BS or BA degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields. or equivalent work experience.
• 7-10 years of network engineering experience.
• Palo Alto Firewalls and Product Suite
• Cisco (Layer2 and Layer3) switching and routing technologies.
• Windows Server Virtualization (VMWare).
• Network technologies and topologies (Cable standards).
• Structured cabling for Copper and Fiber network connections.

Preferred Qualifications

• Server Backup systems (Veeam).
• Windows Server and Client operating system.
• Distributed Control systems knowledge and experience (Honeywell, Rockwell, Siemens).
• Claroty and Sentinel one or any other AntiVirus solution.
• Server and Workstation Patch Management.
• Certifications - CCNP, CCNA, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+.
• Experience working in a manufacturing plant.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and Disability
• Grace Wellness Program
• Flexible Workplace with maximum overlap with the core hours
• Retirement Plans 
• 401(k) Company Match
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Donation Match Program