Principal Edge & OT Architect

Position Overview The Principal Edge & OT Architect is responsible for designing and governing the edge architecture and OT integration layer that connects manufacturing systems to the digital platform. This role ensures: Reliable and secure data ingestion from plant systems Consistent implementation of the semantic model at the edge Support for real-time AI inference and decision-making This role ensures that what is designed in the cloud can actually work in the plant. Job Responsibilities 1. Define Edge Architecture and Runtime Runtime environments (containers, orchestration) Deployment models (on-prem, hybrid) Define integration with enterprise edge platforms and ensure scalability across multiple sites. 2. Integrate OT Systems (Technical Integration) Own the technical connectivity and protocol-level integration with OT systems: Define integration patterns for PLCs, DCS, SCADA systems, historians, and industrial data sources Support protocols such as OPC-UA, Modbus, and MQTT Ensure compatibility with existing plant infrastructure Note: Semantic translation and data modeling for OT data are governed by the Principal Manufacturing & Semantic Architect. 3. Enforce Semantic Model at the Edge Normalized Validated Aligned with canonical definitions before leaving the plant Prevent "garbage-in" at scale. 4. Enable Edge-Based AI Inference Design architecture to support: Ensure: Low latency High reliability 5. Design for Security and Compliance Implement: Secure communication (outbound-only patterns) Device identity and authentication Certificate management Align with enterprise security standards. 6. Support Deployment and Lifecycle Management Define: Update mechanisms Ensure maintainability across sites and customers. Partner with: Principal Manufacturing & Semantic Architect (canonical model enforcement at the edge) Principal Industrial AI Data Architect (data pipeline integration and edge inference data requirements) Platform Engineering (cloud-to-edge deployment and orchestration) Plant Operations teams (site-specific requirements and constraints) Deep understanding of plant operations and constraints Ability to design practical, deployable solutions Strong problem-solving in constrained environments Travel to manufacturing sites and partner locations as needed (~10–25%). Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering — Electrical, Computer, Chemical, Industrial, or related field (Master's preferred) 10+ years of experience in OT systems, industrial automation, or edge/IoT architectures Strong experience with PLC/DCS/SCADA systems and industrial protocols (OPC-UA, Modbus, MQTT) Experience with edge-enabled inference model deployment Experience integrating OT with IT/cloud platforms Preferred Qualifications Experience with: Containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with: Cybersecurity in OT environments Real-time systems and constraints Operate as a thought leader in edge architecture and OT integration Influence without direct authority across multiple teams and partners Drive standards adoption for edge deployment and OT connectivity across internal and external stakeholders Balance long-term architectural vision with near-term delivery needs Other We are an Equal Opportunity, Aff… status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr