IoT Applications Engineer

AdeptAg•Oberlin, OH

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled IoT Applications Engineer to join our Engineering team in Oberlin, OH. The IoT Applications Engineer owns the end-to-end integration of IoT capabilities into industrial automation equipment and will work alongside the IoT Full-Stack Developer to connect machines, collect and model telemetry, enable remote monitoring/control, and deliver data to cloud platforms and enterprise systems. The IoT Applications Engineer will lead solution design at the edge, commission deployments on the factory floor, ensure secure and reliable operation, and translate field needs into scalable product features. Who We Are AdeptAg LLC is a leader in the controlled environment agriculture industry as an integrator of growing solutions for our customers both domestic and international. AdeptAg is constantly helping to meet the challenges of today’s growers with innovative and cost-efficient solutions. Why Work for Us Competitive Compensation Package, including Generous 401K (with Company Paid Contribution), Medical, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Voluntary Accident Insurance and Disability Insurance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or related field
3+ years implementing industrial IoT solutions or integrating automation equipment with cloud/enterprise systems
Industrial automation experience with PLCs, HMIs, drives, and sensors (Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens/Codesys)
Protocols: OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, REST; Pub/Sub patterns
Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, NAT, VLANs, VPNs; firewall rules; Linux at the edge
Programming: Python and/or Node-RED; Bash/PowerShell
Tooling: Git, CI/CD, Docker/containers, monitoring/observability tools
Strong problem-solving, customer service mindset, and safety awareness
Valid driver’s license (required for work-related travel).
Valid passport and ability to travel across the Canada–U.S. border

Nice To Haves

Experience with device identity at scale, zero-touch provisioning, and fleet management
Knowledge of digital twins and asset models
Exposure to cybersecurity frameworks for OT environments and risk assessments
Experience with predictive maintenance algorithms or edge analytics
Familiarity with C/C++ or Node.js

Responsibilities

Solution Design & Integration
Define edge architecture (sensors, gateways, network topology) and select components for connectivity and data acquisition
Integrate with PLC/HMI/SCADA systems
Implement and troubleshoot industrial protocols (OPC UA, Modbus TCP/RTU, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET)
Configure and optimize IoT messaging (MQTT/CA), QoS, topics, and payload schemas
Collaboration with IoT Full-Stack Developer
Co-design data contracts, APIs, and device-twin models; align on topics, naming, and versioning
Implement secure device provisioning, identity, and OTA update workflows; support backend integrations (REST/gRPC, webhooks)
Provide edge and field feedback to drive backlog priorities and product improvements
Deployment, Commissioning & Support
Install and configure gateways, sensors, and networking (Ethernet/Wi-Fi, VPNs, firewalls, VLANs)
Execute FAT/SAT, site readiness checks, and acceptance testing; create and maintain SOPs and runbooks
Onboard new customers to IoT platform, providing training on system operation, monitoring dashboards, and alert management
Guide customers through initial production ramp-up, ensuring successful adoption and value realization
Triage connectivity and data-quality issues; perform root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions
Reliability, Security & Compliance
Apply secure-by-design practices (TLS, certificates, PKI, credential rotation, least-privilege access); support IEC 62443-aligned controls
Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for device health and data pipelines, drive uptime and data completeness
Data & Analytics Enablement
Model time-series data; ensure accurate tagging and metadata; enable dashboards and alerts for operations and service teams
Support predictive maintenance/condition-monitoring use cases (e.g., vibration, current, temperature)
Documentation & Knowledge Transfer
Create and maintain technical architecture and design documentation for IoT solutions
Develop SOPs, runbooks, and troubleshooting guides for edge deployments and integrations
Document integration specifications, data contracts, and API schemas for cross-team collaboration
Write deployment procedures, configuration standards, and commission checklists
Produce field service documentation for installation, setup, and diagnostics