Automation SCADA Engineer - Critical Infrastructure

This is a remote position.

• Build Ignition Perspective / Vision projects, UDTs, and templates
  
• Develop Python/SQL scripts, transaction groups, and alarming strategies
  
• Implement redundant gateways, store‑and‑forward, and MQTT data pipelines
  

• Generate tag maps and naming conventions; connect BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC UA, and MQTT devices
  
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)
  
• Troubleshoot comms, security, and historian issues during Level 4/5 Integrated Systems Testing
  

• Contribute to Ignition project standards and cybersecurity hardening checklists (ISA/IEC 62443)
  
• Contribute to QC checklists and process improvements
  

• Coordinate with PLC, networking, and commissioning teams
  
• Produce weekly progress reports, punch‑list logs, and KPI dashboards
  
• Completion of Assigned Tasks and Deliverables on Time and on Budget
  

Requirements

• UI design for BAS / EPMS solutions
  
• UDT development and testing
  
• Systems integration using standard Protocols: OPC UA, BACnet/IP, Modbus TCP, MQTT (Sparkplug B) 
  
• Python scripting, transaction groups, and gateway redundancy
  
• Platform solution architecture including licensing, module selection and SMA support options
  
• Source control (Git), ticketing (Jira/Azure DevOps), basic Linux/Windows server admin
  
• Soft Skills: Clear client‑facing communication, rapid decision‑making, and calm execution in schedule‑compressed environments.
  
• Knowledge of VLANs, LANs, VPNs and RSTP 
  
• Knowledge of IoT and smart building solutions
  
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
  
• Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
  
• Ability to work successfully in a remote environment thru effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
  
• Ability to follow company and site safety requirements 
  
• Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
  
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information) 
  
• Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and at times serve as primary point of client contact
  
• Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision 
  
• Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines 
  
• Ability to plan effectively and delegate the work of others
  
• Ability to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training as / if required
  
• Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
  

• Frequently manipulating, moving or grasping small parts, devices or tools
  
• Frequently required to remain in a stationary position
  
• Frequently moving through office, critical facility and other environments (such as low temperatures, high temperatures and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind), including tight and confined spaces
  
• Frequently descending / ascending stairs and ladders to access equipment
  
• On occasion the employee may be required to position self under or over equipment
  
• On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.  
  

• Up to 50%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states 
  
• International travel may be required based on individual skill, training and project needs
  
• Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc.
  
• Potential relocation opportunities may exist per project needs
  

• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline 
  

• 4+ yrs hands-on SCADA development experience in mission critical / industrial automation projects using Ignition platform
  
• Certifications: Ignition 8.1 Gold Certified
  

Benefits