Industry 4.0 Engineer

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Illinois, United States seeks an Industry 4.0 Engineer to design and implement IoT-driven solutions and digital twins across manufacturing processes.

You will develop real-time analytics platforms, monitor performance, and guide maintenance with data-driven insights while collaborating with AI, IT, operations, and engineering teams. Training staff on new technologies will be part of your role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing, automation, or industrial engineering with focus on Industry 4.0 technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Industry 4.0 solutions including IoT devices and automation systems.
• Develop and deploy data analytics platforms to monitor real-time performance and predict maintenance needs.
• Analyze existing processes and advise improvements using Industry 4.0 tech to reduce waste and boost efficiency.
• Collaborate with AI, IT, operations, and engineering teams to align initiatives with business goals.
• Provide training to staff on new systems and technologies for smooth adoption.
• Stay updated on Industry 4.0 trends to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Industry 4.0 Technologies

IoT Platforms

Data Analytics Tools

Automation Tools

Cloud Platforms

Python

R

SQL

Machine Learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Industrial Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

Snowflake

Digital Twin Technologies

UNS

Industrial Communication Protocols

OPC UA

MQTT

PLC Programming

HMI

MES

SCADA Systems

Job description

• Design and implement Industry 4.0 solutions, including IoT devices, automation systems, and digital twins, to optimize manufacturing processes
• Develop and deploy data analytics platforms to monitor real-time performance, predict maintenance needs, and improve decision-making
• Analyze existing processes and recommend improvements using Industry 4.0 technologies to reduce waste and increase efficiency
• Work with AI, IT, operations, and engineering teams to align Industry 4.0 initiatives with business goals
• Provide training to staff on new systems and technologies, ensuring smooth adoption and operation
• Stay updated on emerging Industry 4.0 trends and technologies to drive continuous improvement

Requirements

• US citizen or green card holder per client requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, automation, or industrial engineering, with at least 2 years focused on Industry 4.0 technologies
• Proficiency in IoT platforms (e.g., MQTT, OPC UA), UNS, and industrial communication protocols
• Experience with automation tools (e.g., PLC programming, HMI, MES, SCADA systems)
• Knowledge of data analytics tools (e.g., Python, R, SQL) and machine learning frameworks
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Snowflake) and digital twin technologies
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles for industrial systems
• Certification in Industry 4.0, IoT, Ignition Core/Gold, or AWS Cloud Practitioner preferred
• Experience with manufacturing in industrial applications preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing Industry 4.0 solutions, including IoT devices and automation systems, while leveraging data analytics for performance monitoring and decision-making. Proficient in training staff on new technologies and aligning initiatives with business goals.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Industry 4.0 Technologies
• IoT Platforms
• Data Analytics Tools
• Automation Tools
• Cloud Platforms

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• IoT Platforms
• Data Analytics
• PLC Programming
• HMI
• MES
• SCADA Systems
• Python
• R
• SQL
• Machine Learning

Soft Skills

• Training
• Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement

Certifications & Qualifications

• Industry 4.0 Certification
• IoT Certification
• Ignition Core/Gold
• AWS Cloud Practitioner

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing
• Automation
• Industrial Engineering
• Cybersecurity Principles

Tools & Technologies

• AWS
• Azure
• Snowflake
• Digital Twin Technologies
• UNS
• Industrial Communication Protocols