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NTT Data, Inc.

Senior IIoT & SCADA Engineer

$107K - $146K/yr

Working closely with Operational Technology Architecture, Telemetry Engineering, Operational Data Platforms, Data Center Operations, and IT Systems, Networks, and Platforms groups, the Senior IIoT ...

Downing USA

Sr. IT Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

The Sr. IT Engineer owns the infrastructure and systems engineering that SEF Energy and its ... Maintain field data-ingestion standards and SOPs for Freedom Series operations, including channel ...

Downing USA

Sr. IT Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

The Sr. IT Engineer owns the infrastructure and systems engineering that SEF Energy and its ... Maintain field data-ingestion standards and SOPs for Freedom Series operations, including channel ...

SEF Energy

Sr. IT Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

The Sr. IT Engineer owns the infrastructure and systems engineering that SEF Energy and its ... Maintain field data-ingestion standards and SOPs for Freedom Series operations, including channel ...

Posit

Senior IT Engineer

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior IT Engineer to serve as a senior technical ... Day-to-day operational ownership of Posit's enterprise AI platform and its supporting integrations ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior operational technology engineer in the United States is $126,557.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,500.00 and $143,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior operational technology engineer?

Senior Operational Technology (OT) Engineers are experienced professionals who design, implement, and maintain the systems that control and monitor industrial operations, such as manufacturing, energy, or utilities. They specialize in integrating hardware and software solutions to ensure the reliability, efficiency, and security of industrial control systems like SCADA and PLCs. In addition to technical expertise, they often lead teams, coordinate with IT departments, and ensure compliance with safety and cybersecurity standards. Their work is crucial for minimizing downtime, optimizing processes, and protecting critical infrastructure.

How does a senior operational technology engineer typically collaborate with IT and OT teams to ensure system reliability?

A Senior Operational Technology Engineer plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between IT (Information Technology) and OT (Operational Technology) teams. They regularly coordinate with IT professionals to align cybersecurity protocols and network standards, while working closely with OT specialists to maintain and optimize industrial control systems. Effective communication and cross-disciplinary teamwork are key, as they often lead troubleshooting sessions, oversee system integrations, and ensure both safety and uptime. This collaborative environment helps maintain reliable, secure, and efficient operations throughout the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior operational technology engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Operational Technology Engineer, you need deep expertise in industrial control systems, network security, and automation, typically supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Proficiency with SCADA, PLC programming, OT/IT integration platforms, and relevant certifications such as CISSP or ISA/IEC 62443 is often required. Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills help in managing cross-functional teams and ensuring seamless operations. These competencies are vital to maintain secure, efficient, and resilient industrial environments in increasingly connected infrastructures.
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Infographic showing various Senior Operational Technology Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,557 per year, or $60.8 per hour.

Senior Operational Excellence Engineer

Arecibo, PR • On-site

Abbott Laboratories
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$66K - $132K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Senior Operational Excellence Engineer, this position will provide support to Abbott Cardiac Rhythm Management, located in Arecibo, PR.

This is onsite position.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:

  • Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.

  • Health Insurance (starting on Day 1 of employment), Savings Plan (401K) with company match, Life insurance for you and your spouse/children, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, Vacation, Sick, Personal Days.

  • A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

  • A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Arecibo location in the Cardiac Rhythm Management division. As a global leader in Cardiac Rhythm Technologies, we focus on innovative technologies that can improve the way doctors treat people with heart arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats.

As the Senior Operational Excellence Engineer is a leader of the implementation of Operational Excellence (OPEX) at the plant level including project leadership, teaching and coaching associates as well management. A Change agent responsible for leading the plant into a
data drive, team-oriented culture that embraces continuous improvement within a lean six sigma environment and ensures full OPEX implementation in all plant functions.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and implement continuous improvement programs that reduce cost and improve quality service and inventory.

  • Lead and execute the Operational Excellence strategy for the site with clear business objectives.

  • Provide Operational Excellence / Continuous Improvement education / trainings for the site.

  • Lead projects, identify opportunities, define and financially justify projects, launch project teams, use good project management tools to manage team activities, lead (guide/influence) teams to execute projects with the problem-solving methodology, track project and program status and results, remove and elevate project barriers, and develop team members.

  • Execute the required activities to have the operations standard times updated. Execute the capacity planning (labor, equipment, services) for the site for each financial cycle and when necessary to continue looking opportunities for productivity improvement.

  • Owner of the product routing (labor and scrap) used for standard costing and operations layouts.

  • Ensure that improvements to processes and operations are made following the policies and procedures of the plant, division, corporate and regulatory agencies.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Industrial and Mechanical preferred). Lean Manufacturing and/or Project Management certified are a plus.

  • 5 years of experience in project management and team leadership. Operational excellence experience is required.

  • Should have knowledge of other functions that provide inputs regularly, i.e., Purchasing, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Operations, Research and Development,

  • Must have the ability to do statistical analysis.

  • Must have knowledge in Quality regulations and standards that affect the medical devices industry.

  • Fully Bilingual (English and Spanish).

  • Proficiency in PC based tools such as MS Office (Excel, Word, Project and Power Point, Mini Tab), AutoCAD and general web-based applications.

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Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal.


The base pay for this position is $66,000.00 – $132,000.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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