About the role
Senior Data Consultant
We are seeking a Senior Specialist – Industry 4.0 & Manufacturing Data to act as a technical authority and strategic advisor across digital manufacturing initiatives. This role blends deep technical expertise, regulated-industry rigor, and client-facing leadership, supporting both delivery excellence and the growth of Deep Digital’s Industry 4.0 services.
Location: Remote - Ireland
Main Responsibilities:
* Act as a trusted senior advisor to clients on Industry 4.0, manufacturing data, and digital transformation
* Lead development of digital transformation strategies and roadmaps, including: * Manufacturing Data Platforms & Historians * Unified Namespace (UNS) and event-driven architectures * OT/IT integration and cloud/hybrid data strategies
* Guide technology selection and architecture across: * Data integration, streaming, and contextualisation platforms * MES, LIMS, QMS, CMMS, and Enterprise integrations * Control systems and OT platforms * Advanced analytics, AI/ML, and digital twin use cases
* Embed data, validation, and governance strategies into project designs in collaboration with internal engineering teams and client stakeholders
* Lead small, multidisciplinary teams delivering projects from concept through design, validation, and handover.
Job benefits:
* Hybrid working
* 22 days Annual Leave
* 5% Pension
* Paid Sick days
* Income Protection
* Life Insurance
* Professional development
Requirements
Qualifications:
* Bachelor’s or master's degree in data science, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field and 6+ years of relevant experience. Where a degree is not held—significant professional experience that demonstrates the ability to excel in this role.
* Deep experience/understanding across Industry 4.0 domains, including: * Control systems, automation, and OT environments. * Manufacturing data historians and platforms * IT/OT integration, networking, and cybersecurity * Cloud and hybrid infrastructure * Vertical and horizontal system integration (MES–ERP–Enterprise)
* Strong understanding of: * Data warehousing concepts, ETL/ELT processes, and data governance models * ISA-88 and ISA-95 standards for batch and manufacturing operations * FAIR data principles and data integrity requirements (ALCOA+)
* Solid experience working within GAMP 5 frameworks and Computer Systems Validation (CSV) in regulated manufacturing environments
Preferred Skills:
* Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts to both technical and executive audiences
* Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines
* Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
* Understanding of ontologies and semantic models and their role in data standardisation and interoperability
* Experience with data visualisation or analytics tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, Grafana)
* Hands-on experience with SQL, Python, R, or similar data-focused programming languages
* Exposure to PAT, real-time release, predictive analytics, or closed-loop control use cases
Highlights
Step into a pivotal role where you’ll help shape and influence Industry 4.0 strategy within a fast‑growing specialist consultancy.
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