OT Automation Engineer

Overview

On Site
$60 - $70
Contract - W2

Skills

Allen-Bradley
Cyber Security
HMI
ICS
Modbus
Network
OPC
Product Development
Python
SCADA
Windows PowerShell
Siemens
Automation Engineer
industrial Automation Engineer
Operaqtional technology
network automation

Job Details

Since this is W2 ONLY position MUST come on our W2.

1 year+ extension

Santa Clara, CA- ONSITE

Automation Engineer- person will collaborate with security researchers and product engineers who analyze PCAP data role is to design and operate the industrial setups that produce this traffic under realistic operational conditions.

5 7 years of experience in industrial automation or control systems engineering

Hands-on experience with PLCs (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley), HMI configuration, and SCADA systems

Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, OPC, PROFINET, etc.)

Experience simulating or operating real-world industrial processes in a lab or production setting

Ability to collaborate effectively with security researchers, engineers, and cross-functional teams

Preferred:

Familiarity with OT cybersecurity concepts or ICS network architectures

Experience in a research lab, product development, or R&D environment

Basic scripting knowledge (e.g., Python or PowerShell) for configuration or automation tasks

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