Ignition SCADA / Automation Engineer

Location: Bedford, Massachusetts, United States

Department: USA

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: full

Description

We are seeking a motivated Automation Engineer to develop and support industrial automation solutions using Ignition SCADA and PLC technologies. The ideal candidate brings strong software development skills, a professional approach, and a willingness to deepen their Ignition expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, and maintain Ignition SCADA applications, including Vision and Perspective.
• Implement reporting, alarms, SQL Bridge integrations, tag systems, and historian functionality.
• Develop scripts and web service integrations using Python and related technologies.
• Support Ignition upgrades, troubleshooting, and performance improvements.
• Develop and troubleshoot PLC programs, preferably using Rockwell Automation platforms.
• Develop and maintain .NET applications and integrations supporting automation systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate operational requirements into reliable automation solutions.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Experience in SCADA development and industrial automation.
• Experience or strong working knowledge of PLC programming; Rockwell Automation preferred.
• Strong .NET development experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues across automation systems and software integrations.
• Professionalism, initiative, and strong motivation to learn.
• Flexibility and willingness to build or expand Ignition expertise as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Ignition SCADA, including Vision, Perspective, Reporting, Alarming, SQL Bridge, tags, and historian functionality.
• Experience with Ignition upgrades, scripting, and web services.
• Strong Python programming skills.
• Knowledge of or experience with Java.