IIoT Engineer

gea; Naas; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GEA in Ireland is seeking an experienced IIoT Engineer to design, implement and support cloud-connected automation solutions for food & beverage equipment. You’ll work across Azure, time-series analytics (InfluxDB/Databricks) and OT cybersecurity to enable real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance and energy optimization.

You’ll collaborate with product managers and automation engineers, drive standardized data models and scalable architectures, and help deliver sustainable digital

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Industrial Automation, IIoT, Cloud Engineering, or Digital Solutions.
• Experience delivering cloud-based software using Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with InfluxDB and Databricks for time-series data management, analytics, reporting.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and support IIoT solutions that connect equipment with cloud-based apps and analytics.
• Integrate Siemens and Rockwell automation with cloud platforms.
• Develop digital applications for monitoring, predictive maintenance, energy management and production analytics.
• Implement edge-to-cloud connectivity for real-time data collection and monitoring.
• Standardize digital architectures, data models and integration frameworks.
• Ensure IIoT solutions comply with OT cybersecurity standards.

Skills

IIoT

Azure

Data analytics

Industrial control systems

Agile/Scrum

OT cybersecurity

English (B2/C1)

Spanish/German advantage

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Automation/CS

Tools

Microsoft Azure

InfluxDB

Databricks

Job description

Responsibilities / Tasks

The IIoT Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) solutions that connect food and beverage processing equipment with cloud-based digital applications and advanced data analytics platforms. This role combines expertise in industrial automation, connectivity, cloud technologies, and data engineering to deliver scalable digital solutions that enable real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, process optimization, asset performance management, and sustainability initiatives.

This position can be based in Alcobendas (Spain), Naas (Ireland) or Bogota (Colombia) , depending on the selected candidate.

• Integrate Siemens and Rockwell automation systems with cloud-based platforms, including Microsoft Azure, InfluxDB, and Databricks .
• Support the development of digital applications for equipment monitoring, asset performance management, predictive maintenance, energy management, water optimization, and production performance analytics .
• Collaborate with Product Managers and Automation Engineers to define technical requirements.
• Implement edge-to-cloud connectivity solutions for real-time data collection and monitoring.
• Drive the standardization of digital architectures and integration frameworks.
• Ensure IIoT solutions comply with OT cybersecurity standards and industry best practices.
• Implement standardized industrial data models, asset hierarchies, and contextualized data structures.
• Support the development of reusable connectivity and analytics solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve the reliability, scalability, and performance of digital products.

Your Profile / Qualifications

Educational Background

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical or Automation Engineering or Computer Science.

Professional Knowledge and Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Industrial Automation, IIoT, Cloud Engineering, or Digital Solutions.
• Experience delivering cloud-based software products using Microsoft Azure .
• Experience working with InfluxDB and Databricks for time-series data management, analytics, and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of PLC, SCADA, HMI, and industrial control systems within process or manufacturing industries.
• Proven experience working in Agile/Scrum environments .
• Knowledge of Food & Beverage processes .
• Awareness of IEC 62443 and industrial cybersecurity principles.
• Fluent English (B2/C1) required.
• Spanish or German would be considered a strong advantage.

Other Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills .
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills .
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and multidisciplinary teams .
• Customer-focused with a business and sustainability-oriented mindset .
• Strong continuous improvement mindset.
• High standards of ethics, compliance, and professionalism .
• Proactive and collaborative approach to delivering innovative digital solutions.