IT/PLC Specialist

Overview

IT/PLC specialist ensuring performance & support of JFK baggage handling system

Key Responsibilities

• plc troubleshooting
• scada monitoring
• it lifecycle
• incident management
• acceptance testing
• root cause

Tasks

-Anticipate potential problems and work to solve underlying issues beyond the immediate scope -Identifies and details (in cooperation with Vanderlande experts) modifications, changes and improvements to the baggage handling solution. -Manage the IT Life-cycle of BHS system equipment and propose solutions. -Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues related to PLCs, SCADA, and IT systems in real time. -Manage IT risk mitigation in operations, projects and external interfaces; build close relationships with Airport IT departments. -Day-to-day IT and HLC operations support as a technical leader contributing to Incident Management -Responsible for the technical quality and successful acceptance testing of modifications/extensions to the baggage handling solution from IT and HLC perspective. -Take a leading expert role in solving complex multidisciplinary (Mechanical, Electrical, PLC, PC) incidents, complex problem resolution, fault finding and root-cause analysis. -Provide technical IT leadership and architectural support to O&M Service Team and customer -Supporting the system design from mechanical, hardware, system and network design, software development (PLC and/or PC/IT related systems), integration of different components, system commissioning and testing through to final handover to the customer. -Evaluates system performance after go-live to drive continuous improvement of system performance and facilitate process improvement. -Managing requirements, integration, configuration of IT and software changes throughout the life cycle of the baggage handling solution (define release plans). -Help, train and develop the Vibes Support Specialists, with the support of the Operations Manager, to strengthen their support capabilities and toolsets. Prepare the Control Room Team to take on support of new releases and new applications. -Drive continuous improvement of incidents resolution and root cause analysis. -Advising the Vanderlande Project teams of needed improvements for project execution and proposing technical IT solutions for complex and multidisciplinary problems. -Analyze performance trends, recognizes opportunities and proactively implement upgrades and enhancements, especially on IT level (infrastructure as well as application design). -Act as the technical subject matter expert for BHS applications (i.e. VIBES, BPI, ITMC) and liaise with VIBES Specialist and Process Engineers to analyze IT System Behavior. -Oversees the transition of complex systems to live operations to ensure system functionality and alignment to customer’s operational requirements. -Validate and ensures complex integrated change/modification/extension requests are vetted against the overall design and will deliver the desired solution performance -Works closely with baggage control room, 2nd and 3rd line support subject matter experts, CSC and IT service desk (Controls applications and IT infrastructure escalations), global service desk. -Work with customer to establish requirements and propose solutions for IT changes. -Ensures integrated systems of the material handling solution cooperate and function adequately to ensure optimal performance, as well as identify and minimize (technical) risks, especially on IT and HLC level.

Requirements

• python
• sql
• plc
• scada
• bachelor’s
• controls

What You Bring

-Strong team orientation and a continuous drive to meet deliverables. -Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems -Familiarity with database systems (SQL), scripting (Python,), and software development tools -Ability to quickly assess a situation and take appropriate action. -Willing to serve as a stand-by or backup resource, possibly to work shift work to accommodate a 24/7 service contract. -Knowledge of configuration management, requirements management, and test management tools -Minimum 2 years of material handling experience -Knowledge of controls engineering theories and principles. -Systems and Controls Engineering is preferred. -3-5 years of experience with systems integration and configuration. -Minimum 1 year CMMS experience -3+ years of experience working with industrial control systems, PLCs (e.g., Siemens(preferred), Allen-Bradley), and SCADA/HMI systems. -In depth knowledge of architectures, integration strategies, test approaches, V model and software development and testing (emulation/simulation). -Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. -Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent. -Good interpersonal skills and a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment. -Vocational or Technical Education Diploma

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Benefits

-The Company offers a pre-tax 401k and post-tax Roth Retirement plans along with a company match of 100% for the first 5% of your compensation. 100% vested on Day 1. -Vanderlande offers free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and -Paid Time off -AD&D and an Employee Assistance program. -Effective 1st day of employment Health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) -Referral Bonus

About Vanderlande

-Grew under the name Rapistan Lande in the 1960s, adopting 'Vanderlande' in 1989 and expanding internationally into material-handling automation. -Delivers integrated solutions—innovative systems, smart software, and lifecycle services—to warehouses, airports, and parcel hubs. -Its baggage systems operate in numerous airports, moving a large volume of bags annually. -Parcel systems sort millions of items daily. -FY2024 net revenue reached about €2.2 billion, supported by a healthy order book and steady intake. -Typical projects include large-scale airport baggage halls, e-commerce warehouse sortation, and parcel distribution hubs. -Specializes in airport baggage handling, warehouse automation, and parcel-sorting systems—trusted by top global retailers. -Unusual fact: 9 of the 15 largest food retailers rely on its warehouse systems, processing deliveries for same-day promises worldwide.

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