Lead, Operational Technology NPI

Insulet Corporation

. Lead the OT strategy, architecture, and technical roadmap for NPI manufacturing programs.

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeActon • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $141,600 - $212,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading OT strategy and architecture for manufacturing programs, with a strong focus on integrating and supporting OT systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in collaborating across cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and security in automated manufacturing environments.

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OT Systems IntegrationIndustrial Networking ExpertiseExperience with Rockwell Automation PlatformsKnowledge of GxP and Data Integrity RequirementsBachelor's Degree in Engineering or Related Discipline

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Hard Skills

Industrial AutomationControls EngineeringHMI/SCADA DesignPLC IntegrationData Collection SystemsPython ScriptingSQL Database ManagementVirtualization AdministrationBackup and Disaster Recovery SolutionsCompliance with Regulated Manufacturing

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipMentoringCross-Functional CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

EtherNet/IPOPC UAMQTTTCP/IPVLANsManaged SwitchesFirewallsWindows ServerActive DirectoryIndustrial DataOps Platforms

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentNew Product IntroductionsAutomated Assembly SystemsClass 8 CleanroomMedical Device ManufacturingPharmaceutical ManufacturingBiotechnology ManufacturingComputer System ValidationComputer Software AssuranceISA-95

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyCyber SecurityFirewallsPythonSQLTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the OT strategy, architecture, and technical roadmap for NPI manufacturing programs.
Design, implement, integrate, and support OT systems including HMI/SCADA platforms, industrial networks, data collection systems, historians, databases, and enterprise interfaces.
Establish standardized connectivity between manufacturing equipment and higher-level systems including MES, SCADA, historians, databases, and industrial data platforms.
Partner with IT and Cybersecurity to implement secure, scalable OT infrastructure, including networking, remote access, virtualized environments, backup, monitoring, and disaster recovery solutions.
Drive equipment integration activities from specification through FAT, SAT, installation, validation, startup, and operational turnover.
Lead resolution of complex technical issues spanning controls, communications, software, networking, and manufacturing applications.
Develop and maintain OT standards, system documentation, interface specifications, network diagrams, and lifecycle management processes.
Partner with Quality and Validation teams to ensure compliance with regulated manufacturing requirements.
Evaluate emerging technologies and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance system reliability, scalability, maintainability, and security.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring across engineering, operations, and maintenance teams.
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, Quality, Operations, and external suppliers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 8 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or OT systems within a manufacturing environment.
Proven experience designing and integrating OT systems connecting PLC, HMI/SCADA, MES, historians, databases, and industrial data platforms for automated manufacturing operations.
Strong expertise with industrial networking and communications, including EtherNet/IP, OPC UA, MQTT, TCP/IP, VLANs, managed switches, firewalls, and secure remote access.
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional OT initiatives involving Manufacturing Engineering, Controls Engineering, IT, Cybersecurity, Quality, and external equipment suppliers/integrators.
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Experience with Rockwell Automation platforms including Studio 5000, Logix, FactoryTalk, or comparable PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.
Experience with Industrial DataOps platforms such as Litmus, HighByte, HiveMQ, or equivalent industrial data technologies.
Knowledge of ISA-95, Unified Namespace (UNS), and advanced manufacturing data architecture concepts.
Experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, storage, backup, and OT infrastructure administration.
Experience using Python, PowerShell, SQL, or similar scripting and automation tools.
Knowledge of GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, Computer System Validation (CSV), Computer Software Assurance (CSA), and data integrity requirements.
Experience supporting medical device, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
Experience supporting new product introductions, manufacturing scale-up initiatives, and automated assembly systems.
Ability to work in a Class 8 cleanroom environment as needed.
Ability to work onsite at least four days per week in Acton, Massachusetts.
Ability to travel approximately 10–20%, including domestic and international travel.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Incentive compensation eligibility
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off (PTO)
Additional employee wellness programs