Senior Industrial IT/OT Integration Specialist

ZS is a place where passion changes lives

As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all

Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide

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We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business

Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

 

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Industrial IT/OT Integration Specialist to plan, design, and deliver Unified Namespace (UNS) related architecture, enterprise data integration strategy

The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between OT and IT, enabling secure, contextualized, and reliable data flow from the shop floor (Level 2/3) to enterprise systems (Level 4)

This role is critical to advancing our Smart Manufacturing roadmap, supporting predictive maintenance, yield optimization, and digital twin initiatives, particularly within a GMP-regulated life science environment. 

 

What you’ll do: 

• UNS Architecture & Data Modeling: Lead the design and implementation of a Unified Namespace (UNS) using MQTT and sparkplug B, standardizing ISA-95 equipment hierarchies, ISA-88 process context.
• Data Integration & Middleware: Architect and maintain integrations between industrial systems (PLC, SCADA, Historians) and IT systems (MES, ERP, Data Lakes) using Kepware, Cogent, Ignition, and modern edge tools like HighByte Intelligence Hub, Quartic, etc.
• Data Contextualization: Contextualize raw manufacturing data (time-series) with operational context (batches, recipes, work orders) to make data usable for advanced analytics and AI.
• Pipeline Development: Develop and optimize data pipelines using Kafka, MQTT, and OPC protocols, ensuring high-frequency data ingestion with low latency.
• Smart Manufacturing Roadmap: Execute on Smart Manufacturing initiatives, including predictive maintenance, yield optimization, and digital twin modeling, using tools like Cognite Data Fusion.
• GMP Validation: Ensure all data integrations, middleware configurations, and data storage solutions are compliant with GxP regulations, maintaining data integrity and participating in validation exercises.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Process Engineers, Automation Teams, Data Scientists, and IT to map data

  and deliver actionable insights

 

What you’ll bring: 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical), Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in manufacturing data engineering, OT systems, or industrial IoT (IIoT).
• Technical Expertise:

  • Data Middleware/Platforms: Deep expertise in Ignition, Kepware, HighByte Intelligence Hub, or Cognite.

  • Industrial Protocols: Advanced knowledge of OPC UA/DA, MQTT, BACnet, Modbus.

  • Data Structures: Strong understanding of ISA 95 and ISA 88 standards.

  • Cloud/IT Integration: Experience with Kafka, SQL, Python, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

• Domain Knowledge: Solid understanding of manufacturing levels 2-4 and data flow architecture.
• Regulatory: Proven experience with GMP validations in a regulated industry. 

 

Additional skills: 

• Experience in Life Science, Pharmaceutical, or Continuous Manufacturing industries.
• Experience leading or implementing digital transformation roadmaps (IIoT).
• Experience designing Digital Twins
• Fluency in English
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

How you’ll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

 

Perks &

:

At ZS, your growth matters

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development

With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community

For details on total rewards in United States, visit ZS US office locations | Where we work | ZS.               

 

Hybrid working model: