Senior Operations Technology Engineer

Senior Operations Technology Engineer page is loaded## Senior Operations Technology Engineer locations:
UK - Hull Manufacturing time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R88650
** Life. Unlimited.
** At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

We are looking for a
** Senior Operations Technology Engineer
** who will be responsible for delivering digitization / Operational Technology (OT) programs either as a project leader and key technical contributor and for identifying, implementing, and supporting digital manufacturing projects across the Smith + Nephew Hull and Melton sites, a focus on implementing Manufacturing 4.0 initiatives that include the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), production monitoring/control, data analysis, and factory simulation.

Senior Operations Technology Engineer will develop OT strategies and technology roadmaps and provides technical direction to non-OT partners in IT, Quality, and Operations as appropriate / required and will work with outside development partners, suppliers, and integrators to ensure deliverables to the Project Plan.
* Lead development on strategic projects and collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Operational Excellence, Data Analytics, and Operations to deliver robust solutions that expand the capabilities of Smith Nephew’s manufacturing systems & align to global policies.
* Ensure cost, quality, and timing expectations are met. Understand user needs and translate into technical requirements.
* Partner with Manufacturing IT and controls team to develop, implement, and support IT/OT architecture, standards, and governance
* Identify, evaluate, and implement technologies and tools for automated data gathering and analysis, including IIoT and data visualization technologies
* Provide Design for Automation input to New Product Development (NPD) Manufacturing Engineering team regarding design concepts and manufacturing processes to best utilize Manufacturing 4.0 capabilities.
* Provide technical solutions and improvements to manufacturing processes and ensure cost and quality expectations are met.
* Ensure processes and procedures comply with regulations.
* Drive through challenges to deliver on commitments and meet team and individual savings targets.
* Technical execution on programs requiring OT support
* Management or development of OT roadmaps / architectural plans at site or global level
* Governance, review of OT technologies  and support of existing OT infrastructure
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science
* Minimum 5 years’ professional work experience in Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Technology, or Manufacturing IT
* Experience implementing IIoT communications protocols such as OPC/UA, MQTT, HTTP/REST, etc.
* Experience in either direct role in the medical device/biopharma sector or consulting work on a medical device/biopharma project
* Solid working knowledge of Programmable Logic Control (PLC) configuration and networking
* Familiarity with the requirements of GAMP 5 and other key Medical Device industry standards/regulations including FDA 21 CFR Part 11, FDA CFR Part 820, ISO 14971, ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and EU MDR
* Experience in either direct role in the medical device/biopharma sector or consulting work on a medical device/biopharma project
*** You. Unlimited.**
* *** We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve.**
* ** Inclusion and Belonging:
** Committed to welcoming, celebrating and thriving on inclusion and belonging. Learn more about our  on our website ()  
** Your Future:
** Generous annual bonus and pension schemes, Save As You Earn share options.  
** Work/Life Balance:
** Flexible vacation and time off, paid holidays and paid volunteering hours, so we can give back to our communities!  
** Your Wellbeing:
** Private health and dental plans, healthcare cash plans, income protection, life assurance and much more.  
** Flexibility:
** Hybrid working model (for most professional roles).  
** Training:
** Hands-on, team-customised, mentorship.  
** Extra Perks:
** Discounts on gyms and fitness clubs, salary…