Musco’s Emerging Technologies team is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking individual to join us as an IoT Network Engineer in Urbandale, Iowa. In this role, you will contribute to the development of the next generation of intelligent sports facilities, working in a collaborative and innovative environment. We are looking for candidates with a strong background in IoT devices, network implementation, and experience in managing devices remotely.

At Musco, our motto is, “We Make It Happen.” There is a can-do, innovative spirit here. We are problem solvers, always up for the next challenge. While our headquarters are in Oskaloosa, Iowa, we are a global company, providing lighting solutions in more than 125 countries.

If you can think differently, adapt, learn, and persevere through failure, we look forward to hearing from you!

What you will do as an IoT Engineer

The Emerging Technologies team at Musco Sports Lighting is a dynamic and innovative development group specializing in creating cutting-edge products for the youth sports market. We are at the forefront of merging science and technology to revolutionize the way youth engage with sports. Our team is passionate about pushing boundaries to enhance the sports experience for the next generations.

• Implement network configurations and edge-based solutions based on requirements from engineering, operations, and key customers
• Examine and assess networking and IoT hardware options, then communicate your discoveries to relevant stakeholders through comprehensive reporting
• Maintain expertise in data network security technologies, ensuring cost-effective solutions aligned with business direction
• Configure and analyze solutions on a wide variety of IoT devices including LAN/WAN switch/firewalls, radios, cellular modems, GPUs, IP cameras, and IP security solutions
• Troubleshoot and resolve IoT-related incidents
• Evaluate, select, and deploy toolsets to manage, measure, monitor, and report device, network, and system characteristics
• Maintain test lab equipment and manage test plans when applicable
• Provide technical leadership for the product design team, driving standardization and automation
• Collaborate with internal IoT development team members and third-party service providers in the conception, evaluation, piloting, engineering, and operational delivery of solutions

What you need to be successful

• Bachelor's degree in network engineering, computer science, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in deploying IoT technologies. Graduate degree in relevant topics will be considered toward experience
• Knowledge and awareness of IoT gateway products, agents, sensors, and devices
• Experience in managing devices remotely and maintaining device inventory
• Experience working on Linux & Windows
• Knowledge of PowerShell or Linux Shell scripting and C++, C#, Python
• Experience with the AWS IoT (or similar) framework is preferred
• General knowledge of the entire IoT stack with hands-on experience configuring IoT devices
• Provide escalation support for troubleshooting and resolution of network data and security issues
• Strong commitment to innovation and shaping the future of sports facilities
• Provide clear and concise recommendations to remediate performance/scaling bottlenecks
• Participate in lab testing with other teams to ensure performance expectations are met
• Engage with internal and external customers for briefings, issue escalation, and complex solution development via effective communication skills
• Document network and device capabilities for internal and external consumption
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Enable the extended team's vitality through training, mentoring, and skills transfer
• Positive attitude with a strong commitment to delivering quality work

Who is Musco?

Musco is the global leader in sports and large-area lighting solutions. We believe work should be fun – at Musco, you are part of world-class projects ranging from the London Stadium to the New Orleans Saints Mercedes-Benz Superdome to Iowa State University’s Hilton Coliseum, to major transportation hubs, to your local Little League stadium to our In Mini-Pitch System™ Solution. Our Team-first culture enables us to envision, create, refine, and guarantee the best lighting systems. We are forward-thinking, always striving to create the next generation of technology. A privately held company since 1976, our supportive and caring culture is based on relationships and creating value. The Des Moines Register named Musco an Iowa Top Workplaces recipient. Read more here.

Together “We Make It Happen” – we invite you to apply at musco.com/careers.

What does Musco offer?

At Musco, we offer opportunities for meaningful work at a company you can be proud of. That includes supporting learning through on-the-job experiences and options to develop and grow through different roles within your organization. We value our Team Members and support a work-life balance with flexibility for you to volunteer in your community, attend family activities, or simply have time to do the things you enjoy.

In addition, we offer:

• Health insurance – comprehensive plans with low out-of-pocket costs
• Generous paid time off benefits
• Profit sharing – calculated based on profitability
• 4% 401K match – immediately vested
• 100% paid Team Member premiums for life insurance and short-term disability insurance