IoT Specialist/IoT Engineer/Information Technologist

Camfil Asia Pacific; Batu Gajah; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the IoT field is seeking an IoT Specialist in Batu Gajah, Malaysia. This role focuses on developing and managing IoT solutions to enhance manufacturing efficiency and integrating systems to improve visibility. Candidates should have expertise in IoT protocols and experience with ERP systems. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 2-4 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years in IoT system development, device integration, or manufacturing digital systems.
• Understanding of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) principles.
• Experience in both Windows and Linux Ubuntu server environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy IoT architecture connecting machines, sensors, PLC, DAQ and gateways to ERP systems.
• Implement and maintain IoT platforms (Azure VM, Azure IoT, AWS IoT, or on-premise gateways).
• Collect and analyze IoT/OEE data to identify production inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.

Skills

IoT protocols (MQTT, OPC-UA, Modbus, REST API)

PLC and sensor interfacing

Cloud IoT platforms (Azure, AWS)

Data integration with ERP or MES systems via API/JSON/XML

Basic programming in Python, C#, or Node.js

Knowledge of TCP/IP, VPN, VLAN, and industrial network protocols

Power BI, SQL, MongoDB or Grafana dashboards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Industrial IT, or related field

Job description

The IoT Specialist is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing Internet of Things (IoT) solutions and connected systems across the manufacturing environment. The role focuses on integrating shop‑floor equipment with ERP systems to improve visibility, efficiency, and decision‑making including the maintenance and enhancement of the OEE system used for real‑time production performance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities

IoT Solution Development & Integration

• Design and deploy IoT architecture connecting machines, sensors, PLC, DAQ and gateways to ERP systems.
• Implement and maintain IoT platforms (Azure VM, Azure IoT, AWS IoT, or on‑premise gateways).
• Develop API integrations between IoT devices, OEE, and ERP.
• Support new digitalization initiatives under the Industry 4.0 roadmap.

OEE System Management

• Oversee daily operation, maintenance, and performance of the OEE system.
• Coordinate with production and engineering teams to ensure accurate machine data collection.
• Troubleshoot connectivity or data accuracy issues related to sensors, PLCs, or network components.
• Implement system enhancements, dashboards, and reporting improvements.
• Ensure consistent data synchronization with ERP and Grafana/Power BI dashboards.

Data & Analytics

• Collect and analyse IoT/OEE data to identify production inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Support management in KPI visualization using Power BI, Grafana, or similar tools.
• Collaborate with process engineers and MIS team to enable predictive or condition‑based maintenance analytics.

Security, Governance & Documentation

• Ensure IoT device and network security through proper configuration, patching, and access control.
• Maintain documentation on architecture, configuration, and change management for audit purposes.
• Comply with company IT and data governance policies.

Skills, Competencies & Requirements

Technical Skills

• IoT protocols (MQTT, OPC‑UA, Modbus, REST API)
• PLC and sensor interfacing
• Cloud IoT platforms (Azure, AWS)
• Data integration with ERP or MES systems via API/JSON/XML
• Basic programming in Python, C#, or Node.js

OEE / Manufacturing System

• Understanding of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) principles
• Hands‑on with OEE or similar MES/OEE platforms
• Familiarity with production lines, downtime analysis, and efficiency metrics

Networking & Security

• Knowledge of TCP/IP, VPN, VLAN, and industrial network protocols
• IoT device security, authentication, and encryption practices

Operating System

• Experience in both Windows and Linux Ubuntu server environments

Data & Visualization

• Experience with Power BI, SQL, MongoDB or Grafana dashboards

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting ability
• Cross‑department collaboration (Production, Maintenance, IT)
• Clear communication and documentation skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Industrial IT, or related field.
• Minimum 2-4 years in IoT system development, device integration, or manufacturing digital systems.

Added Advantages

• Experience in maintaining or upgrading MES/OEE systems.
• Integration of knowledge between shop‑floor systems and ERP.
• Understanding of Industry 4.0, Digital Twin, or Smart Factory concepts.
• PLC/Industrial Automation certification is an advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Innovative and eager to explore new digital manufacturing technologies.
• Strong ownership and accountability in maintaining mission‑critical systems.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate with technical and non-technical teams.