Lead Automation Integration Engineer (OT Specialist) (Minneapolis)

Target

Actively hiring
1000 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis,Mn 55403-2542, US Posted 49 days ago $132,000$238,000 / year

At a glance

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TL;DR

Target Global Supply Chain and Logistics is seeking an Integration Engineer to join their high-impact Operational Technology Engineering team. This senior-level role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining automation solutions in distribution warehouses, ensuring seamless interoperability between OT and IT systems. Key responsibilities include integrating middleware systems for flexible, scalable automated processes, providing subject matter expertise on OT security requirements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop industry-best practices. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in OT systems integration, including security and network protocols, proficiency in Python and other programming languages, and familiarity with SCADA/HMI solutions like Ignition by Inductive Automation. This role demands strong problem-solving skills, technical leadership, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Python Kafka MQTT Postgres Node-Red Apache Hive SQL NoSQL Docker Kubernetes CI/CD REST OPC UA Modbus Ethernet/IP Ignition by Inductive Automation Rockwell PLCs Siemens PLCs DevOps Material Flow Strategies Distribution Warehousing Processes OT Security Practices Network Segmentation Threat Monitoring

What you'll do

  • Design and implement the integration of automation systems for seamless interoperability between OT and IT.
  • Develop robust security practices for OT systems, including threat monitoring and mitigation strategies.
  • Troubleshoot complex integration issues across automation, IT, and OT environments to diagnose root causes.
  • Provide technical guidance on architecture strategies to optimize system design and implementation.
  • Proactively recommend improvements to OT security and system integration processes based on analysis.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in operational technology (OT) systems integration, including security.
  • Proficiency in Python and other programming languages relevant to OT systems.
  • Experience with SCADA/HMI solutions like Ignition by Inductive Automation.
  • Familiarity with Rockwell and Siemens PLCs and associated development tools.
  • Strong understanding of industrial network protocols such as OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, Ethernet/IP.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence key stakeholders effectively.
  • Experience in designing common API patterns and applying DevOps practices.

Market check

Salary context

This $132,000–$238,000 range sits above 73% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$124,000$191,755

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$129,850$187,780

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Target

Target Corporation is a large-format general merchandise and grocery retailer offering a wide assortment of everyday essentials, apparel, home goods, and electronics through stores and online. Industry: General Merchandise Retail

Target currently has 43 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $98,000–$176,000 across 43 roles with salary data.

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