Senior Ignition Developer

SCADA Engineer

Job Type: Full Time / On-Site

Who We Are:

Southern Integrated Solutions and Consulting is a forward-thinking systems integration company offering an extensive range of services, products, and customized systems in sectors such as oil & gas, utilities, manufacturing, and mining. Our team is composed of seasoned Electrical and Control Systems Engineers, Consultants, Project Managers, System Integrators, and I&E Technicians excel in Automation, SCADA, I&E Construction, Process Control, Safety Instrumented System Design, Safety Integrity Level Selection & Verification, Safety Lifecycle Modeling, Real-Time Data Collection, MCC & Switchgear Design, and Fabrication. Guided by our core values of continuous improvement, integrity, selflessness, and work ethic, we are committed to delivering exceptional solutions and fostering a positive impact for our clients and team members alike.

Job Description:

Southern Integrated Solutions and Consulting (SISC) is searching for an experienced SCADA Engineer with a specialized focus on Inductive Automation’s Ignition platform. This role will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining SCADA systems that support industrial automation projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Ignition SCADA, a strong background in control systems integration, and the ability to lead projects from concept through commissioning.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and deploy Ignition SCADA projects, including screen design, tag configuration, scripting, and database integration.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to gather system requirements and translate them into functional SCADA solutions.

• Lead commissioning activities, including system testing, troubleshooting, and optimization.

• Integrate SCADA systems with PLCs, RTUs, databases, and third-party applications.

• Maintain, upgrade, and optimize existing SCADA systems to improve performance and reliability.

• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership for SCADA-related initiatives.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Control Systems, or related field.

• 7+ years of experience in SCADA engineering, with at least 3 years working extensively with Ignition.

Hard Skills:

• Advanced proficiency in Inductive Automation’s Ignition platform, including Perspective and Vision modules.

• Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, OPC, OPC UA, DNP3, Ethernet/IP, etc.).

• Experience with SQL databases and scripting languages (Python preferred).

• Familiarity with PLC programming and integration (Rockwell, Schneider, Siemens, etc.).

• Proficiency in industrial networking design and cybersecurity best practices.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

• High efficiency and time management skills.

• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions.

• Paid short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance benefits.

• Voluntary benefits.

• Retirement savings plan with company match.

• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.