Overview Global OT & Process Control Architect

– Own and drive the standardization, architecture, and lifecycle management of the global process control and OT infrastructure landscape (ISA‑95 Levels 1–2) across manufacturing sites. Ensure scalable and reliable control and infrastructure solutions, support sites to deploy and sustain these standards, improve reliability, reduce complexity, and minimize vendor dependency. This role is based in Spain, Turkey or Slovenia.

Where You’ll Make a Difference

Define and govern vendor-agnostic global standards and reference architectures/best practices across Level 1–2 Industrial Control Systems (PLC/HMI/SCADA/DCS).

Establish and maintain standard URS/FRS frameworks for process control and OT systems to support consistent design, vendor engagement, and lifecycle management across sites.

Drive harmonization & standardization of Industrial Control Systems across Taste with expertise and knowledge.

Reduce reliance on proprietary vendor ecosystems and build a knowledge base including approved vendors and technologies, standard configurations and architectures, reusable design patterns.

Ensure compliance with industrial standards and laws (ISA‑95, ISA‑99 / IEC 62443 / NIS2).

Act as technical authority for process control and OT infrastructure across all sites.

Identify and prioritize control system and infrastructure modernization opportunities.

Support sites in implementing global standards during control system upgrades (PLC/DCS migrations), SCADA/historian deployments, and infrastructure modernization (networks, servers).

Support commissioning, testing (FAT/SAT), and validation of OT systems.

Capture lessons learned from sites and continuously refine global standards.

Provide remote support for complex control system troubleshooting, control architecture design decisions, and stability and reliability issues at Levels 1–2.





Drive consistent execution across sites through close collaboration with engineering and operations teams.

Key Success Metrics

Adoption rate of general control and OT infrastructure standards.

Reduction in site‑vendor dependency.

Improved reliability and uptime of process control systems.

Reduced variability in control architectures across sites.

Lower lifecycle cost and complexity of OT systems.

Qualifications

Degree in Automation Engineering, Process Control, or related field.

8+ years in batch process industries (biotech, food ingredients, specialty chemicals, pharma).

Hands‑on experience with PLC/DCS systems, SCADA/HMI platforms, industrial networks and OT infrastructure.

Experience driving/supporting global deployments.

Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and drive compliance.

Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols (PROFINET, PROFIBUS, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC).

Full professional proficiency in English.

How You Stand Out

Strategic capability – Designed and deployed global OT standards.

Architecture thinking – Strong grasp of ISA‑95 L1–L2 system architecture.

Execution at scale – Proven multi‑site rollout success.

Vendor independence mindset – Reduced dependency / unified platforms.

Benefits

Become a part of a global leader driving innovation in Taste.

Work on cutting‑edge automation and digitalization projects.

Collaborate with diverse, talented teams across multiple disciplines.

Shape our OT team with your expert knowledge and vision.

Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

Make a tangible impact on safety, quality and operational excellence.

Join a culture that values creativity, integrity, and collaboration.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion At IFF we value the diverse mosaic of ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, veteran status, religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation and disability. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work.

📌 Global OT & Process Control Architect (Madrid)
🏢 Iff
📍 Madrid