The Hershey Company · 1 day ago
Staff Engineer OT Digital Systems
Annville, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
8+ years expThe Hershey Company is seeking a Staff Engineer for their Tech Assurance team at the Annville Fulfillment Center. This role focuses on supporting Operations Technology initiatives by improving digital and automation solutions and collaborating with various departments and external partners.
ConfectioneryFood and BeverageManufacturingService IndustrySnack Food
Responsibilities
Supports and improves digital and automation solutions
Uses high-level understanding of process control network architecture and security requirements to ensure manufacturing solutions are as secured as possible
Effectively communicates across all levels and disciplines of the organization
Understands both industry and business standards in executing optimal solutions
Leads the execution of digital systems and solutions (cost estimates, feasibility, interpretation of requirements specifications and recommendations)
Participates in the development of the business case, and assessing technical feasibility
Uses engineering knowledge, judgment, creativity, and experience to execute highly technical IT/OT digital initiatives
Identifies opportunities to drive the delivery, knowledge transfer and value generation of the digital manufacturing suite of applications
Provides guidance to project teams and internal and external technical resources to assess opportunities for application of innovative designs, performance improvements, technical advantages, speed to market and capital efficiencies, while achieving optimum business value
Exhibits sound judgment and effective analysis of emerging technologies
Experienced and competent in process controls, digital technologies and automation systems, manufacturing execution system (MES), connected worker platforms (CW), Unified Namespace architecture, and integration techniques with other IT and OT Systems
Uses knowledge to execute digital automation solutions and tactical plans for system implementation
Applies technical and operational understanding to identify effective and economical digital solutions
Develops digital and automation systems strategies that deliver enhanced supply chain capabilities
Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge of complex food industry manufacturing (or the equivalent), including good manufacturing practices (GMPs)
Experienced in leading initiatives to support and enhance the Digitally Integrated Manufacturing Stack for both new and existing applications
Practices personal and team accountability for the development and enforcement of our digital and automation solutions standards and best practices
Recognized as a subject matter expert (SME) with supplier companies, Hershey teammates and engineering disciplines, and ensures alignment with Hershey’s expectations and standards for both capital projects and minor OT enhancements and improvements
Coaches and mentors other plant resources such as mechatronics staff, reliability leads, controls specialists, and other members of the technical team
Provides leadership and expertise in support of projects utilizing the AVEVA PI and HiveMQ software suites
Qualification
Required
Advanced knowledge of programming languages/scripting (IEC 61131-3, C#, Python, SQL, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of MES software platforms including TrakSYS
Advanced knowledge of modern software architectures, including microservices, containers, OSI Model Layers 1-4, cloud computing technologies
Advanced knowledge of network architecture, virtual machine environments (VMWare/Nutanix), VLANs, firewall rules, servers
Advanced knowledge of industrial control system integration using open integration protocols OPC/MQTT
Advanced knowledge of Unified Namespace Architecture, ISA-95, event driven architectures
Advanced knowledge of AVEVA PI Systems architecture including connectivity, asset framework management, client visualization tools
Advanced knowledge of control system components and architecture systems (e.g., PLCs, Ethernet, Kepware OPC, Microsoft Networking [TCP/IP], HMI/SCADA)
Advanced knowledge of securing systems running ICS-related communications protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, OPC, MODBUS, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of deploying and managing RHL devices in OT environments
Advanced knowledge of industrial Control Network architecture
Advanced knowledge of software development methodologies, version control systems, automated testing techniques
Advanced knowledge of deploying, managing, and optimizing Ignition SCADA systems for industrial automation and data visualization
Advanced knowledge of developing and optimizing SQL database solutions for scalable and efficient data management
Advanced knowledge of programming, troubleshooting, and optimizing robotic systems (Fanuc, Otto) with a focus on seamless integration into higher-level manufacturing and control platforms
Advanced knowledge of machine vision system deployment and optimization (Cognex)
Advanced knowledge of using utility monitoring systems (PM8000) to enhance energy efficiency, data accuracy, and system reliability
Advanced knowledge of deploying and managing Stratodesk NoTouch OS on OnLogic industrial PCs, ensuring reliable performance, secure endpoint management, and seamless integration with VDI environments
Advanced knowledge of utilizing Edge Devices (OnLogic, Opto22) for hosting Ignition Servers and for remotely interfacing with equipment
Working knowledge of data strategy, integration, historization and management
Working knowledge of deploying Stratodesk NoTouch on Thin-clients (On-Logic) and software
Working knowledge of state-of-the-art control components and systems
Working knowledge of high-speed packaging systems
Working knowledge of continuous integration of tools and processes (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)
Working knowledge of SAP Systems
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Information Technology, or other closely related field of study
8 years' experience supporting digital automation and controls-related initiatives
Company
The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company is headquartered in Hershey, Pa., and is an industry-leading snacks company with a purpose to make more moments of goodness through its iconic brands.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.62B2025-10-21Post Ipo Debt· $1.88B
2025-02-19Post Ipo Debt· $2B
2023-05-01Post Ipo Debt· $750M
Leadership Team
Kirk Tanner
Chief Executive Officer
Deepak Bhatia
Chief Technology Officer
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