IoT Field Engineer - EcoPlant

Ingersoll Rand Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand is seeking an Industrial Integration Specialist - IoT to lead remote EcoPlant deployments across continental US. The role focuses on on-site installation, instrumentation, edge devices, and secure connectivity in demanding environments. Strong IoT and controls background required.

The position supports remote work within the continental US with extensive travel to North American sites. A valid driver's license and 75% travel are expected as part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ related industrial controls installation experience.
• 2+ years’ experience deploying IoT and/or edge hardware in industrial environments.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and ability to travel up to 75%

Responsibilities

• Own the On-Site Installation: Take ownership of each EcoPlant installation, delivering high-quality workmanship that performs reliably in demanding industrial environments.
• Install Instrumentation and Sensors: Install field instrumentation and terminate wiring with attention to signal integrity.
• Deploy Edge Hardware: Mount and install edge devices, provision power, and position cellular antennas.
• Commission and Verify Connectivity: Configure network settings and verify data flows into the platform.
• Maintain Documentation: Produce accurate records and diagrams for site documentation.
• Adhere to Safety Standards: Follow safety practices including LOTO and PPE.

Skills

Industrial controls installation

IoT deployment

Edge device provisioning

Networking fundamentals

Electrical troubleshooting

Independent field work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in a technical field (preferred)

Tools

Modbus

CANbus

IP addressing/Subnetting

Linux/Windows CLI

Job description

BH Job ID: 4899

Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medicalcare leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medicalcondition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title

Industrial Integration Specialist - IoT

Location

Remote, US

About Us

Ingersoll Rand thrives on a culture of innovation and a sense of ownership, committed to enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, and the planet. With over 80 renowned brands, our customers rely on our products and services to deliver high-quality flowcreation and industrial solutions designed to perform in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our unwavering commitment to ownership has enabled our employees to cultivate strong customer relationships, driving them to solve the industry's most difficult problems. EcoPlant is our pioneering SaaS technology division and is at the forefront of innovation. Harnessing the power of Internet of Things (IoT) technology and predictive analytics, we seamlessly automate air compressor systems, elevating energy efficiency, boosting system reliability, and enhancing off-site productivity. We're leading the charge in a sustainable industrial revolution, where cutting-edge technology meets eco-friendly solutions, transforming the very essence of how factories operate.

Job Overview

There's a sustainability movement underway in manufacturing that leverages control systems to proactively monitor mission-critical equipment, evaluating and improving efficiency while predicting and preventing downtime and equipment failures. If you're looking to be at the leading edge of that progress, we're seeking a technically skilled and self-driven IoT Field Engineer to join our growing EcoPlant deployment team.

Responsibilities

• Own the On-Site Installation: Take ownership of each EcoPlant installation, delivering high-quality workmanship that performs reliably in demanding industrial environments. You will frequently work independently as the on-site EcoPlant representative.


• Install Instrumentation and Sensors: Install the field instrumentation that feeds data to the EcoPlant platform, including air sensors and power monitoring equipment. Terminate and land wiring to its respective locations in accordance with provided documents for Ethernet, Modbus, discrete I/O, etc., while maintaining clean connections and reliable signal integrity.


• Deploy Edge Hardware: Mount and install edge devices, provision power, and position cellular antennas for optimal signal quality,


• Commission and Verify Connectivity: Configure network settings, confirm each device is communicating as expected, validate that data is flowing into the platform, and coordinate with technical support to resolve any connectivity issues prior to site departure.


• Maintain Documentation: Produce accurate records, redlines, and photographs to support the development and maintenance of each site’s P&ID and system diagram.


• Adhere to Safety Standards: Follow site and standard electrical safety practices, including lockout/tagout (LOTO) and appropriate PPE, when working around energized equipment and pressurized compressed air systems.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and/or combination of education


• 2+ years’ related industrial controls installation experience required.


• 2+ years’ experience deploying IoT and/or edge hardware in industrial environments.

Core Competencies

• Demonstrated mechanicaland technical aptitude, with the ability to work hands-on and reason through how systems integrate. Relevant experience may come from field service, a technical degree, and/or substantial hands-on technical experience.


• Familiarity with computers and networking fundamentals, including configuring network interfaces (i.e. understanding of how IP addressing/subnetting works), and basic Linux/ Windows command-line navigation.


• Demonstrated understanding of IoT communication protocols (such as Modbus, CANbus, Profibus, and discrete I/O), networking, and data security.


• Ability to read and work from schematics, P&IDs, and wiring diagrams, including terminating and landing wiring to terminals per drawings.


• Understanding of network communications and protocols, switches, routers, and mobile equipment.


• Electrical troubleshootingexperience and comfort working with low-voltage control wiring.


• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and resolve issues independently in the field.


• Exceptional customer service skills coupled with the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams to achieve a shared mission.


• Proven ability to work independently - self-driven, organized, and able to manage an installation from start to finish with minimal supervision.


• Must possess a valid driver's license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to: DUI in the previous 5 years, Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless/Careless Driving or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.


• Physical demands: This position requires working in diverse conditions including but not limited to mechanical equipment rooms with exposure to noisy operating equipment, exposure to extreme weather conditions, precarious places, heights, and risk of electrical shock (high voltage). This position is highly physical and requires regular use of hands, fingers, walking, stooping, and kneeling. It requires employees to regularly lift and or move weight limits in line with the safety policy.

Preferences

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical field, such as Engineering or Engineering Technology.


• Experience with industrial compressed air systems.


• A genuine interest in developing technically within the industrial automationand IoT space.

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

• This position is eligible for remote work in the continental United States.


• Interested candidates should have access to a major airport for travel.


• Extensive travel across North America required (up to 75%)

Pay Range

The total pay range for this role is $85,000 - $100,000. The actual pay range takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed pay range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Ingersoll Rand, it is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the pay range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medicaland prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond. Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flowcreation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

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What We Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership - taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.