We have an opportunity for a Industrial Applications Specialist.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Assist in leading the implementation and subsequent upgrades of the data historian system and components in conjunction with the MES deployment.
- Design and configure historian and middleware architecture for data collection from automation equipment (including PLCs), SCADA, and MES.
- Develop interfaces and data flows between process control systems, MES, and historian platforms.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define data requirements, tag structures, and data retention strategies.
- Ensure compliance with GMP, GAMP, and FDA 21 CFR Part 11 for data integrity and system validation.
- In collaboration with the Data & Analytics team, maintain good data governance, and support data analysis, reporting, and visualization tools for real-time and historical insights.
- Support the extension of the historian to other sites and industrial use cases as determined by Septodont's digital committees.
- Participate in FAT, SAT, and validation activities for the historian system.
- Administer historian and middleware systems globally, including managing access and user rights.
- In support of the global EBR team, provide technical support and troubleshooting during execution of projects as well as post-go-live run operation.
- In partnership with the IT Cyber Security team, ensure the system is implemented and maintained according to cyber security policies and best practices.
- Document system configuration, user requirements, and operational procedures.
- Train end users and ensure knowledge transfer to operations and support teams.
- Develop skills and knowledge around MES software to support as needed
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:Education- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical field.
Experience- Minimum of 5 years' experience with Data Historian systems (system architecture, PI Server, Asset Framework, DataLink, etc)
- Experience in Pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environments
- Hands-on experience implementing and integrating historian systems with MES, SCADA, PLCs, and other automation systems.
- Proficiency with SQL databases and querying tools.
- Familiarity with data visualization/reporting tools (Power BI)
- Ability to configure data tags, interfaces, and connectors between equipment and historian systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot data gaps, interface issues, and communication errors between equipment and historian platforms.
- Strong knowledge of GMP, data integrity, and validation requirements
- Familiarity with project implementation methodologies in manufacturing IT
- Strong command of MS Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
- Flexible to support international travel 5-10% of the time
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and within teams.
- Strong presentation skills.
- Familiarity with ALCOA+ principles for data integrity is considered an asset.
- Bilingual in French and English considered an asset
What we Offer:- Excellent compensation/benefits package
- RRSP Program
- Discounted gym memberships
- Programs supporting work life balance (EAP)
- Corporate Discounts and PERKS
- Employee recognition program
- Social events and spirit days
Compensation
Starting at approximately $95,000.00 CAD with opportunity for increase based on qualifications and experience. Total rewards include comprehensive benefits, bonus eligibility, and professional development support.
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