IoT Technical Intern

BNA - Bobst North America Apply now Location: BOBST Atlanta Competence Center:  Cumming, GA

BOBST is one of the world’s leading suppliers of substrate processing, printing and converting equipment and services for the label, flexible packaging, folding carton and corrugated industries. BOBST machines are used to produce a variety of packaging types for goods that are manufactured by brand owners for end consumers.
BOBST’s packaging industry vision is to connect our customers to a digitized, automated workflow, while providing best-in-class machines and connected service experiences. For our North America region, within the Business Unit Services & Performance (BUSP), we are looking for an “IoT Technical Intern”. The role is intended to support machine network connectivity and integration with BOBST’s Helpline service and cloud-based platform, BOBST Connect. Responsibilities include assisting with network setup, system configuration, troubleshooting and data analysis to help our colleagues be able to demonstrate the value of Helpline and BOBST Connect to customers and prospects. This role directly supports our sales teams to ensure successful renewals and upgrades of customers’ Digital Solution service contracts. The intern will report to the IoT Technical Manager. Key Responsibilities (to do):
Machine Integration & Connectivity
• Support ‘Level 1’ machine network connectivity across Americas, ensuring reliable connections and troubleshooting issues between machines, sensors and digital platforms.
• Assist key accounts for both BOBST and non-BOBST machine connectivity.
• Collaborate with the Americas Digital Solutions team, BOBST Connect team and IoT Equipment Data Analysts to verify data accuracy before delivery to customers.

Digital Solutions
• Support the development of data analysis to create dashboards as needed, leveraging machine and network data to deliver actionable, data-driven insights to stakeholders.
• Assist the team with any customer network installations and issues.
• Generate network offline reports to identify potential connection issues.

Competence Center
• Support shopfloor pre-press and platemaking for customer demos as needed. Professional skills (to know):
Technical Skills
• Solid understanding of core networking concepts including IP addressing, DHCP, DNS, VLANs, and basic network troubleshooting.
• Foundational knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems and standard IT tools.
• Familiarity with data collection platforms and data visualization techniques.
• Basic knowledge of how data acquisition and visualization methods can transform raw data into actionable insights.

Soft Skills
• Willingness to learn new systems, tools, and processes quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to deliver clear information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Customer-centric approach with a passion for demonstrating innovative technology.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve common goals.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy. Behaviors (to show):
• Proactive working style, highly reliable and accountable.
• Exhibits a strong work ethic and values, with an empathetic, people-focused approach.
• Remain adaptable and pragmatic under pressure.
• Structured way of working, analyzing problems, offering solutions and ability to prioritize.
• Bring stability and resilience to accept medium-term challenges.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a demonstrated ability to engage, inspire and perform.
• Enthusiasm for new and digital innovations.

Education and Experience:
• Technical degree related to electrical engineering, technical service, industrial engineering etc. near completion preferred.
• English proficiency, other languages are a plus. Join us – and grow with us.

BOBST is an engineering company, pioneering intelligent solutions that shape the future of the packaging world. At BOBST, you make an impact on a global scale – through innovation and advanced technology. You grow by mastering challenges – in a team that strives for excellence. And you enjoy a culture of a family-run enterprise, where values are truly lived. With the combined forces of more than 6400 people and business activities in more than 50 countries, we are positioned as the innovation leader in our industry. Apply now

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