Terra Dygital Solutions Inc.
OT Automation Specialist
1055 Dunsmuir Street 1850, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V7X 1P3
full-time . February 3, 2026
Description
Company Overview
Terra Dygital Solutions is a forward-thinking IT services firm headquartered in Vancouver, BC, helping organizations tackle complex technology challenges with smart, modern solutions. We partner closely with our clients to strengthen cybersecurity, design resilient business and system architectures through our Virtual CIO services and build innovative applications through custom development and system integration. As a Managed Services Provider, we also keep our clients’ desktop, server, and network environments running securely and efficiently.
Join our fast-growing team where you’ll work alongside highly skilled professionals, get hands-on with the latest technologies, and play a meaningful role in driving our clients’ success. At Terra, you’ll find a collaborative, ambitious environment where your ideas matter and where there’s real opportunity to grow your skills, advance your career, and make an impact.
Position Overview
We are looking for an OT Automation Specialist to support and enhance the automated systems that power our mining, shipping, and logistics operations. In this role, you’ll bridge the gap between traditional industrial control systems and modern IT infrastructure, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient operations across our sites.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone with hands‑on experience in industrial automation, especially within Rockwell Automation environments, who is passionate about system reliability, network integration, and OT cybersecurity.
Responsibilities
- Maintain & Support Automation Systems
- Monitor and maintain Rockwell PLC platforms (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and HMI systems (FactoryTalk View) to ensure continuous 24/7 operational availability.
- Integrate Industrial Networks
- Work with Industrial Ethernet (EtherNet/IP) integrated with IT-managed switches and routers to ensure secure and optimized data flow across OT and IT networks.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues
- Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and instrumentation issues in rugged environments such as mines, ports, and warehouses
- Support commissioning & projects
- Participate in commissioning new automated equipment, performing wiring verifications, logic validation, and SCADA/HMI integration activities.
- Enhance OT Cybersecurity
- Implement OT security protocols, perform firmware updates, manage user access, and support patching initiatives aligned with IT standards
Skills and Knowledge
- Rockwell Automation certification (e.g., CCP146, CCP151) required
- CompTIA Network+, Security+, or Cisco CCNA Industrial
- Proficiency with Studio 5000, FactoryTalk Services Platform, and VMware/Hyper‑V virtualization environments
- Familiarity with mining systems (crushers, conveyors), port/shipping operations, or logistics automation (AS/RS systems, cranes)
Education and Experience
- 1–3 years of hands-on experience in an industrial automation or operational technology environment
- Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field
Compensation and Additional Perks
- Competitive Compensation based on skill set and experience starting at $90,000 per year
- Short Term Incentive Plan
- Great health benefits and vacation
- Company laptop, Cellphone & Commuting Allowances
- Great environment & culture!
Compensation
$90,000.00 per year