Researcher in Industrial Automation and Operational Technology

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Researcher with expertise and experience in the Industrial Automation Pyramid space to join our team.  This includes digitalization software for OT, exposure to AI applied to OT systems, and understanding the needs and the direction in the space to address challenges in Industrial Automation for Industry 4.0 and beyond.
 

As part of our team, you will:

• Conduct research to identify creative and innovative ways to tackle challenges in Industrial Automation using emerging technologies
• Analyze and understand existing industrial processes, methodologies, and systems to propose novel solutions
• Work on the development of intellectual property (IP), including patents, in the automation domain
• Be Exposed to Generative AI, AI, ML, LLMs, and NLP in development efforts to enhance automation processes
• Collaborate on emulating factory processes through digital twins and non-digital twins for research purposes
• Explore and integrate Industrial Open Communication Platforms, such as OPC UA, into research and solutions
• Develop technical papers, research documentation, and patent applications to support and communicate findings
  
   

Your skills and experience

• Advanced degree (Master’s or Ph.D.) in a relevant field such as Industrial Automation, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Artificial Intelligence.
• Desire to collaborate with a globally disperse team and possessing excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to drive, influence, and implement new ideas
• Strong knowledge of the Automation Pyramid, including an understanding of the field level, PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), and PIDs (Proportional-Integral-Derivative Controllers).
• Deep understanding of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, Planning Systems, and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems
• Exposure to Generative AI, AI, ML, LLMs, and NLP to drive innovation in industrial automation is a plus
• Familiarity with Industrial Open Communication Platforms like OPC UA is highly desirable.
• Experience with digital twin and non-digital twin technologies for simulating and emulating factory processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify gaps in current methodologies and propose innovative solutions
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to author technical papers, research reports, and patent applications
• A background in developing intellectual property (IP), including patents, is a significant advantage
• Experience in OT software systems and digitalization of OT systems.  Knowledge of IT/OT integration is a plus

Personal traits

• Critical thinker
• Adaptable
• Ethical conduct
• Out of the box thinking
• Persistent
• Good command of English

Applications files must contain:

• Detailed CV
• Motivation letter
• Academic transcripts for your bachelor's and master's degrees, and/or engineering degree
• Recommendation letters

  Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates

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