Senior OT Architect

From smart energy grids to advanced sustainable technologies, our specialists in digital and operational technology continuously push the boundaries of technological innovation.  

Discover a career full of challenges and impact, where you will work as OT Architect on groundbreaking energy transition projects, become part of multidisciplinary, international teams, and contribute daily to the sustainability of our energy supply. You'll receive ample opportunities for personal and professional development, immersing yourself in transformative technological challenges. Become part of our mission to fundamentally transform the energy sector and make a real difference with innovative technological solutions! Join a team of forward-thinking professionals who are reshaping the future of energy, one breakthrough at a time.

At Capgemini Engineering, a leading global technology and engineering partner, we combine the expertise of engineers, scientists, and architects to develop the most cutting-edge energy solutions. 

YOUR ROLE

As an OT Architect at Capgemini Engineering with deep expertise in operational technology and a strong focus on the energy sector, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and securing complex OT systems for energy and utility environments supporting the energy industry, especially as more and more investments are made in green energy sources. These investments pose new challenges for smart grid management. Capgemini Engineering is at the forefront of providing expertise in complex systems as part of the future smart grid.  

In this role, you will: 

• Design and develop comprehensive OT architecture strategies for energy infrastructure. 
• Develop and implement strategic roadmaps for OT technology integration across multi-disciplinary environments. 
• Conduct detailed technical assessments of existing OT ecosystems, identifying optimization opportunities and potential modernization strategies. 
• Develop and maintain reference architectures for domain specific control networks, ensuring compliance with domain specific standards and best practices.
• Support digital transformation initiatives by integrating advanced analytics, machine learning, and predictive maintenance technologies into OT infrastructure. 
• Evaluate and recommend industrial automation technologies, control systems, and networking solutions.
• Develop integration strategies between IT and OT systems.
• Provide technical guidance on OT system migrations, upgrades, and legacy system modernization.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on OT transformation projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align OT architecture with broader business and operational objectives.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, architectural blueprints, and system design specifications.

YOUR PROFILE

You are a seasoned OT architect with over a decade of experience in the energy and utility sectors. With deep expertise in ICS and Energy Management Systems, you bring advanced knowledge of industrial communication protocols and automation platforms. Your strong grasp of OT cybersecurity standards (NIST, IEC 62443), smart grid technologies, and renewable energy systems positions you to drive impactful transformation. You thrive in complex industrial environments, translating technical requirements into strategic solutions, and communicating effectively across all levels. Your track record of successful OT transformation projects speaks to your ability to deliver innovation with confidence. 

To succeed in this role, you should have: 

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in Electrical Engineeringmaster's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in OT architecture, specifically in renwable energy/utility sectors. 
• Deep understanding of ICS/ Energy Management Systems.
• Advanced knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Telemetry protocols like IEC-60870-5-104/101 and IEC-61850, Profinet, Modbus, OPC UA, EtherNet/IP). 
• Comprehensive understanding of industrial automation, Energy Management (EMS) platforms (e.g. AspenTech, Siemens, Rockwell, ABB, Schneider Electric, GE Vernova). 
• Strong knowledge of OT cybersecurity principles and standards, Familiarity with industry standards like NIST, IEC 62443.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 and digital transformation technologies.  

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE

At Capgemini Engineering, we offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where innovation is central and everyone feels welcome:

• Permanent contract from day one.
• A salary package which includes a base salary, mobility budget, 8% holiday allowance, non-contributory pension, home-office allowance, a connectivity compensation and a variable bonus.
• Training, certifications, and career development programs tailored to your interests.
• 26 vacation days, with the option to purchase additional leave.
• The possibility to work 40, 36, 32 hours per week, for maximum flexibility and a healthy work-life balance.
• Work on projects with social impact.
• An inclusive culture where your ideas matter.

NOTE

To safeguard the security and integrity within our organization, an identity check and background screening are part of the onboarding process.

DISCLAIMER

At Capgemini, we believe in a work environment where everyone feels valued for who they are. Inclusion is in our DNA and is essential for our long-term performance. We build broad talent pools to deliver high-quality capabilities to our clients, with the right mix of skills, perspectives, and experiences. #LI-JP14

ABOUT CAPGEMINI

Capgemini is a global partner in business and technology transformation. We help organizations accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for businesses and society. We are a responsible and diverse group of 380,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With over 55 years of experience, clients trust Capgemini to harness the value of technology for all their business needs. We deliver end-to-end services and solutions, from strategy and design to engineering, powered by leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud, and data, combined with deep industry knowledge and a strong partner network. In 2024, the group reported global revenues of €22.1 billion.