Hershey is looking to implement the digital strategic direction for machinery and equipment solutions to automate production processes and/or systems, delivering measurable value and aligning with their Digital Roadmap.
Requirements
- 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)
Responsibilities
- Executes digital automation solutions across Hershey’s manufacturing sites.
- Uses understanding of process control network architecture and security requirements to ensure manufacturing solutions are as secured as possible.
- Leads the execution of digital systems and solutions.
- Participates in project implementation teams in support of yearly capital project portfolio.
- Uses engineering knowledge, judgment, creativity, and experience to execute highly technical IT/OT digital initiatives.
- Supports development of new procedures and technologies, identifying new industry trends with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Serves as a digital systems resource for capital projects.
Other
- Effectively communicates across all levels and disciplines of the organization.
- Understands both industry and business standards in executing optimal solutions.
- The Senior Engineer travels as needed to fulfill job duties including international and domestic supply chain network sites.
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Information Technology, or other closely related field of study
- 5 years’ experience leading and designing digital automation and controls projects
