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IFABCORP

IFABCORP is hiring: OT/IT Integration Specialist in Gastonia

IFABCORP, Gastonia, NC, US

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Key Responsibilities:

Controls Engineering

  • Program, troubleshoot, and optimize PLCs and other automation equipment.
  • Support integration of manufacturing equipment with plant control systems.
  • Ensure reliability and safety of control systems while minimizing downtime.
  • Maintain documentation for PLC programs, control panels, and electrical schematics.

OT-IT Integration

  • Connect shop-floor equipment and controls to ERP and MES systems for real-time data visibility.
  • Configure and support industrial communication protocols (OPC UA, Modbus, MQTT, Ethernet/IP, Profinet).
  • Work with IT and business systems teams to ensure secure and reliable data flow between OT and IT environments.
  • Support deployment of edge devices, industrial PCs, and data acquisition systems.

Continuous Improvement & Compliance

  • Partner with operations, supply chain, and IT teams to identify integration opportunities that improve efficiency and traceability.
  • Implement cybersecurity best practices for industrial networks.
  • Participate in system upgrades, audits, and compliance initiatives (e.g., data integrity, quality standards).
  • Develop technical standards and procedures for control system and IT/OT integration projects.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field .
  • Minimum 5 years of experience as a Controls Engineer, Automation Engineer, or OT/IT Specialist.
  • Proficiency in PLC programming and industrial automation troubleshooting.
  • Hands-on experience integrating shop-floor systems with ERP/MES platforms.
  • Strong knowledge of industrial networks, communication protocols, and cybersecurity practices.
  • Experience with SQL databases, SCADA systems, or data historians is a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills.