The Opportunity:
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As an IoT / Hardware Specialist, you will be supporting the development and deployment of Packaging Solutions’ connected SaaS platform. This platform will interact with various hardware devices to provide a robust solution for tracking sensor enabled packaging throughout a product’s supply chain.
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The ideal candidate will be familiar with key sensor technologies like RFID and BLE as well as hardware devices used to read, write, and detect sensors.
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This position will be responsible for identifying and evaluating emerging hardware technologies that will provide Packaging Solutions with a competitive advantage.
How you will impact Smurfit Westrock Packaging Solutions:
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Work with customers, partners, and others in identifying hardware needs for specific solution implementations.
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Work with hardware providers to establish partnerships or reseller agreements.
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Work with software engineers to understand capabilities of various hardware devices and how those devices can augment the Saas platform.
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Work with Product Operations to provide Packaging Solutions customers with hardware recommendations for specific use cases.
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Create documentation of hardware capabilities and limitations for Packaging Solutions approved hardware devices.
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Work with Engineering and user community to define and develop testing plans to validate hardware solutions meet customer requirements.
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Provide direction for conducting site surveys at customer locations to determine optimal hardware configurations.
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Act as subject matter expert for sensor technologies used in Packaging Solutions connected packaging.
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Provide customers with recommendations for appropriate sensor technologies for specific use cases.
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Support Sales and Business Development efforts with customer visits, in-person plant audits, slideware and thought leadership to generate connected packaging revenue and margin for the organization.
What you need to succeed:
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BS degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience required.
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Must have 5+ years of hardware or IoT experience; experience in configuring / deploying solutions in diverse environments a plus.
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Ability to lead projects and coordinate activities through a diverse group of people including internal co-workers, as well as, external contractors and consultants. The ability to coordinate and guide collaboration is especially critical.
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Experience with multiple desktop and mobile operating systems and web browsers.
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Effective written and oral communication skills and ability to interact effectively with all levels of internal and external customers.
What we offer:
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Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability and excellence
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Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities
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An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
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A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.