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Operational Technology (OT) Systems Engineer

ESCO Group
Altoona, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/11/2026

OPERATIONAL TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS ENGINEER

ESCO Group’s vision is to be a leader in our marketplace as valued by our key stakeholders: our clients, employees, suppliers, community, and shareholders.

The position of Operational Technology Systems Engineer will be part of the Automation team at ESCO Group. This position is a contributing technical resource for client projects and should have a basic understanding of PLC and HMI processes. This position will be working alongside multi-disciplined engineers. 



OBJECTIVES YOU WILL MEET

As the Operational Technology Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical services alongside a highly technical team. Objectives include:

  • Willingness to assist with the development and support of OT infrastructure across industrial and automation environments.
  • Willingness to support the implementation and maintenance of OT security practices across industrial and automation environments.
  • Assist with the design and implementation of industrial automation projects that improve operational efficiency, productivity, and quality.
  • Assist with the design, program, and configuration of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and human-machine interface (HMI) systems to control and monitor industrial processes.
  • Perform modifications on existing display objects and templates.
  • Learn and understand the flow of industrial processes.


HOW YOU WILL MEET THOSE OBJECTIVES

  • Collaborate with a diverse team of individuals to understand how client industrial processes work.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplined team members to understand automation requirements.
  • Follow established processes and best practices to support reliable and secure operation of industrial systems and connected environments.
  • Perform necessary modifications on existing programs.
  • Identify and bring potential conflicts to the appropriate resource to resolve.
  • Perform delegated work onsite at the direction of the Project Manager or Project Lead.
  • Travel to client sites and perform physical duties to implement, test, and commission automation systems.


WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We welcome and embrace a host of different backgrounds, perspectives, and approaches to work. We also understand the importance of being transparent with our expectations. We do not expect candidates to “check-the-box” on all below:

  • Possesses basic aptitude with technology and/or industrial environments.
  • Willingness to develop knowledge in IT systems, as they relate to automation, system integration, and operational technology.
  • Shows dedication to keeping up with new technologies, tools, and methodologies. You enjoy interacting with and learning about new technologies.
  • Demonstrates strong documentation and organization skills.
  • Able to adapt to changing details and circumstances.
  • Looking for ways to better themselves and others.
  • Ability to demonstrate proper self-management (i.e., strategic planning, goal setting, evaluation of progress, prioritizing responsibilities, knowledge of personal strengths).


HOW WE INVEST IN YOU

  • Your Health: We offer a comprehensive health insurance package, annual biometric screenings, employee assistance program (EAP), and company-paid disability insurance for eligible employees.
  • Your Financial Goals: Beyond our 401k offering, with match, you may be eligible to join our ESOP with its tax-deferred retirement benefits.
  • Your Ownership: You don’t just work FOR the company; you OWN the company. You’ll join other employee-owners along our ESOP journey and receive the intangible and tangible benefits that ownership provides.
  • Your Work-Life Balance: We offer paid time off, flexible scheduling, parental leave, hybrid work

(depending on position), and encourage our Employee Owners to give back to their communities.

  • Your Career Development: We offer tuition assistance and have a dedicated Learning and Development program to grow and develop you in your career.
  • We Live our Core Values: We believe strongly in our five core values at ESCO Group. They are Respect, Mutual Commitment, Safe & Healthy Workplace, Integrity, and Get Better to Be Better.

  

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