Senior Manager, Enterprise Architecture

The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Manager, Enterprise Architecture, to join our Information Technology organization based in Toronto/Sudbury, ON. This permanent, hybrid position operates in a complex, global, and industrial environment where enterprise IT, operational technology (OT), and industrial systems must work seamlessly together. The role is execution‑focused and works directly with operational sites, capital projects, and delivery teams. It is not a strategy‑only or purely governance role—you will shape and deliver practical, resilient, and fit‑for‑purpose architectures that support how work truly happens across our business.

About You You are a senior, hands‑on architecture leader with deep experience in industrial or asset‑intensive environments. You understand how enterprise platforms, industrial systems, and operational technologies intersect, and you are comfortable navigating complexity, safety‑critical operations, and global delivery models. You bring strong systems thinking, practical problem‑solving skills, and the ability to influence outcomes without direct authority. You are respected for your ability to translate business and operational needs into architectures that are realistic, secure, and scalable.

In This Role, You Will Enterprise & Business Process Architecture

Own and evolve end‑to‑end business process architectures aligned with the company’s operating model

Identify gaps, inefficiencies, and risks across processes that span corporate IT and operational environments

Ensure architecture reflects real site conditions, safety constraints, and regulatory requirements

IT, OT & Industrial Systems Architecture

Design how enterprise IT systems (ERP, EAM, Finance, HR), OT systems (SCADA, DCS, PLCs), and industrial applications (MES, historians, LIMS) work together

Define pragmatic integration patterns, reference architectures, and interaction models

Ensure secure, reliable data flows from field systems to enterprise analytics and decision platforms

Site & Capital Project Engagement

Engage directly with mine sites, processing facilities, and operational teams

Embed within capital projects and modernization initiatives to influence design decisions early

Support OT modernization and brownfield integration while minimizing operational disruption

Architecture Delivery & Enablement

Produce practical architectural deliverables (system diagrams, integration designs, reference implementations)

Work closely with cybersecurity, data & analytics, automation, and ERP teams to co‑design solutions

Support delivery teams throughout build, testing, commissioning, and transition to operations

Risk, Safety & Operational Resilience

Incorporate safety, cybersecurity, and regulatory considerations into architecture designs

Support segmentation, redundancy, fail‑safe designs, and operational resilience across IT/OT boundaries

Continuous Improvement & Standardization

Identify recurring challenges and establish repeatable architectural patterns

Capture lessons learned from incidents and projects to continuously improve designs

Influence solution selection and procurement decisions aligned with target‑state architecture

Experience & Education

11–15 years of progressive experience in enterprise, solution, or systems architecture

Significant experience in industrial, mining, manufacturing, utilities, or other asset‑intensive environments

Proven experience designing and integrating IT, OT, and industrial systems

Experience working across global, distributed, and site‑based teams

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

College Diploma considered with equivalent experience

Skills

Strong understanding of enterprise platforms (ERP, EAM, finance, supply chain, HR)

Working knowledge of OT systems (SCADA, DCS, PLCs) and industrial applications

Experience with IT/OT integration, industrial networking, data architectures, and cybersecurity principles

Ability to think end‑to‑end across business processes, systems, and data

Comfortable creating detailed architectural documentation and working hands‑on with engineers and vendors

Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills

Pragmatic, execution‑oriented, and outcomes‑focused mindset

Strong safety awareness and disciplined approach to risk management

What We Offer You

Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan

Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package

Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans, and optional insurances)

Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)

Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth

Employee Family Assistance Program

Virtual Healthcare online

Online training and career development opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation Vale is an equal‑opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity within the mining industry. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any personal consideration. Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities. Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and select applicants for this position.

Salary and Application Details Pay Grade: GRF Minimum Starting Salary: CAD $140,000 Application deadline: Friday, May 22, 2026

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