IT/OT Operations Engineer

Join Vopak as an IT/OT Operations Engineer!

Grow your career as an IT/OT Operations Engineer at Vopak! Are you ready to shape the future of IT/OT integration at Vopak? Join our Edge development team in which we automate the collection of Operational Technology (OT) data and seamlessly integrate it into the IT environment. As an Operations Engineer, you will play a key role in technical automation and integration with business applications using cutting-edge Edge technology.

In this role, you are part of the Global IT Corporate Design and Development team and report to the Service Delivery Manager Corporate Design and Development. If you're excited to be at the forefront of innovation and take on a pivotal role as an Edge Platform Engineer, this is your chance to join us. Step into the future of IT/OT and take on this exciting new challenge today!

What will you do as an IT/OT Operations Engineer?

The team consists of four Edge Platform Engineers dedicated to developing, deploying, and maintaining the Edge environment in close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Their core responsibilities include effective communication, service management, scripting, configuration, and building strong connections between stakeholders. A key focus is on automating and streamlining operations to ensure a stable, high-quality service. We are seeking individuals who are driven by a passion for simplifying and optimizing the operational stability of the service.

Your Three Main Missions:

‘You’ll be the personal connector to align two technical worlds (Operations Technology and Information Technology).’
— Personal Connector, Future IT/OT Operations Engineer

‘You are enthusiastic and would like to learn and discover the Edge technology and act as if it’s your private service.’
— Enthusiastic Explorer, Future IT/OT Operations Engineer

‘You are eager to learn multiple IT / OT technologies to embrace this new service and technology.’
— Eager Learner, Future IT/OT Operations Engineer

What do we offer you?

• Hybrid working opportunity at Vopak HQ in Rotterdam.
• A gross salary between €55K-€90K depending on your experience, skills, and seniority in the role.
• Attractive bonus.
• Various growth opportunities.
• A contribution of 50% of the basic health insurance premium and discount on supplementary insurance.
• A good pension scheme through our own pension fund.

What do we expect from you as an IT/OT engineer?

• Ideally, 1-2 years of experience in an IT or OT automation environment.
• MBO or HBO education, preferably with a focus in IT.
• Proficiency in business English, both written and spoken.
• Basic understanding of OT concepts and protocols (e.g., Modbus, OPC DA/UA, industrial networks).
• Familiarity with the concepts and functions of Process Control Systems, such as SCADA and DCS.

• Basic knowledge of Windows system administration.
• General understanding of infrastructure, including application servers and databases.
• Familiarity with system integration and integration principles using REST APIs, as well as protocols like MQTT and AMQP.
• Understanding of data concepts and structures, such as ISA-88 and JSON.
• Basic programming skills in languages like Node.js, Python, or Java, with a strong desire to develop further.
• Fundamental networking knowledge.
• Experience with cloud infrastructure and managed services, particularly with Amazon AWS.
• Preferably experienced in scripting for IT infrastructure deployment and containerization.
• Basic understanding of data analytics.
• Knowledge of ITIL, Agile, and Scrum methodologies at a conceptual level.

What are the key responsibilities?

• Deploy, configure, and maintain industrial connectivity solutions like Matrikon and Kepware to ensure seamless and reliable integration.
• Streamline and automate the installation and configuration processes for these products, ensuring consistency and efficiency across deployments.
• Serve as an Edge consultant, taking full ownership of the service's performance, including driving its adoption, ensuring customer satisfaction, and contributing to its overall success.
• Continuously explore and implement innovative solutions to enhance edge technology, focusing on operational efficiency and reliability.

Want to start as an IT/OT Operations Engineer at Vopak?

Are you the Edge IT/OT Operations Engineer we are looking for? Then start your journey at Vopak!