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# Operational Technology System Engineer

- **Company:** The Joule
- **Location:** Salisbury, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $90,000.0 - $110,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Windows Servers, Network Segmentation, Rslogix, Virtual Machines, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Network Server, Win CC
- **Published:** September 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_c19307c91

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
 * 4+ years of experience with OT systems, industrial IT, or controls-related environments.
 * Experience with Windows Server, virtualization, and industrial networks.
 * Familiarity with programmable logic controllers, SCADA systems, and industrial protocols.
 * Strong communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts for plant stakeholders.
 * Self-motivated with the ability to manage projects independently.
 * Experience with Rockwell platforms (PlantPAx, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View/SE, Linx) and data historians (AVEVA PI, FactoryTalk Historian, Canary) preferred.
 * Knowledge of ISA-95, Purdue Model, IEC 62443, and multi-site support is a plus.

## Description

Job Title: Operational Technology System Engineer Location: Salisbury, MD Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 Work Model: Onsite - onsite

Responsibilities

 * Drive the reliability, security, and performance of the manufacturing technology systems, including networks, servers, virtualization, SCADA/HMI, and historian platforms.
 * Support and troubleshoot OT servers, virtual machines, applications, industrial switches, firewalls, and device communications.
 * Assist with system upgrades, patching, backups, and recovery testing to ensure operational stability.
 * Support network segmentation and OT security best practices in compliance with cybersecurity policies.
 * Collaborate with plant leadership, engineering, IT, cybersecurity, and vendor teams to deliver effective technology solutions.
 * Participate in capital projects, system upgrades, and site expansions supporting plant operations.
 * Maintain asset inventories and documentation, support audits, and assist vulnerability remediation activities.
 * Support manufacturing and processing environment requirements, troubleshooting industrial protocols, and ensuring safety and compliance.


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