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Ignition Developer Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

... a Developer, Systems Analyst/Admin, Engineer/Integrator, or similar role; or Master's degree with 0 experience. * Experience working with Ignition, Kepware, OSI PI, HighByte, and/or AWS Cloud ...

... a Developer, Systems Analyst/Admin, Engineer/Integrator, or similar role; or Master's degree with 0 experience. * Experience working with Ignition, Kepware, OSI PI, HighByte, and/or AWS Cloud ...

... a Developer, Systems Analyst/Admin, Engineer/Integrator, or similar role; or Master's degree with 0 experience. * Experience working with Ignition, Kepware, OSI PI, HighByte, and/or AWS Cloud ...

Controls Engineer

Roscoe, IL · On-site

$75K - $120K/yr

Ignition a plus). 5+ years of experience in programming, installation, startup, and debugging of integrated production systems. Electrical troubleshooting skills for 480V, 110V, and low-voltage ...

... ignition systems, power takeoff shafts, engine bleed air systems, cabin air conditioning systems ... We are looking for a mechanical design engineer with expertise in fuel pump design to work with a ...

The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define integration strategies ... Own and maintain the Ignition SCADA platform, including server administration, Perspective project ...

... ignition systems, power takeoff shafts, engine bleed air systems, cabin air conditioning systems ... We are looking for a mechanical design engineer with expertise in fuel pump design to work with a ...

Engineer-Systems Integr

Aurora, IL · On-site

$104K - $156K/yr

The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define integration strategies ... Ignition experience strongly preferred • Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams and work with ...

Engineer-Systems Integr

Aurora, IL · On-site

$50.31 - $75.47/hr

The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define integration strategies ... Ignition experience strongly preferred • Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams and work with ...

Automation Engineer

Peoria, IL · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

... SE, Ignition, Wonderware, VTSCADA, or iFix.). * 3+ years' experience programming Allen-Bradley PanelView or other manufacturer touch screens. * Strong networking/computer skills, literacy ...

Existing position As our next Process Engineer , you'll be at the forefront of developing ... ERP systems (Oracle, Ignition) Experience with CAD tools such as Solid Edge Mechanical or ...

MQE / Controls Engineer

Dixon, IL · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

Ignition experience preferred. * Experience with machine-vision systems such as Cognex or Keyence ... Programming or data-query experience using SQL, Python, C++, ladder logic, or comparable languages.

MQE / Controls Engineer

Dixon, IL · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

Ignition experience preferred. * Experience with machine-vision systems such as Cognex or Keyence ... Programming or data-query experience using SQL, Python, C++, ladder logic, or comparable languages.

MQE / Controls Engineer

Dixon, IL · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

Ignition experience preferred. * Experience with machine-vision systems such as Cognex or Keyence ... Programming or data-query experience using SQL, Python, C++, ladder logic, or comparable languages.

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How much do ignition developer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for ignition developer in Illinois is $125,342.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,700.00 and $152,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Ignition developer?

An Ignition Developer specializes in designing, developing, and maintaining industrial applications using Inductive Automation's Ignition platform. They work with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems, HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), and IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) solutions to optimize industrial processes. Their responsibilities include scripting in Python, configuring databases, integrating PLCs, and creating user-friendly dashboards. Ignition Developers play a key role in improving efficiency, monitoring real-time data, and ensuring seamless operation of industrial automation systems.

What does an Ignition developer do?

Ignition Developers generally spend their days designing, developing, and maintaining SCADA/HMI systems using the Ignition platform for industrial automation projects. They work closely with control engineers, process engineers, and IT teams to integrate data sources, configure user interfaces, and troubleshoot system issues. Regular responsibilities often include scripting automation logic, developing reports and dashboards, performing system updates, and responding to user feedback. This collaboration-focused environment allows Ignition Developers to impact plant operations directly while continuously improving their technical and communication skills.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an Ignition developer?

To excel as an Ignition Developer, you need strong expertise in SCADA/HMI development, industrial automation, and programming skills (such as Python or SQL), typically supported by an engineering or computer science degree. Familiarity with Inductive Automation's Ignition platform, OPC servers, PLC integration, and relevant platform certifications are highly valuable. Effective teamwork, problem-solving, and clear communication skills distinguish top performers in this field. Mastering both technical and soft skills enables smooth project delivery, operational reliability, and efficient collaboration with engineers and plant operators.

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Infographic showing various Ignition Developer job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, and 20% Contract. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,342 per year, or $60.3 per hour.

Connected Factory Engineer

North Chicago, IL • On-site

AbbVie
Scientific Research and Development Services • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 103 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

Company Description

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Job Description

Connected Factory is a program focused on the technical stewardship of key integration capabilities and their associated platforms across Manufacturing Operations at AbbVie. The Connected Factory Engineering team will be responsible for helping progress the technical roadmap of platforms, accelerating the maturity of integrations between critical components of AbbVie's manufacturing shopfloor, and advancing the availability of data for advanced use cases. This will include work with Ignition, OSI PI, Kepware, HighByte, AWS Cloud Services, and many other platforms. Data and Integration capabilities that our team will support include API's and their management, IT/OT convergence, MQTT and other real-time data streaming protocols, Unified Namespace management, data historization, and event-driven services.  

Responsibilities: 

  • Analyze existing solutions and processes and identify areas for optimization. 
  • Gather requirements from business users and translate them into technical specifications. 
  • Design and engineer technical capabilities to meet business needs. 
  • Develop system documentation, including user/admin manuals, architecture drawings, and technical specifications. 
  • Build and execute test protocols to ensure solutions are functioning to specification. 
  • Author deployment instructions and implement them across various platforms supported by the team. 
  • Intake, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues as they are reported or as alerts are received. 
  • Ensure that systems operate effectively, securely, and comply with relevant regulations. 
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that solutions are integrated and scalable. 
  • Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in the field. 
Qualifications

Required: 

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field plus 2 years of experience as a Developer, Systems Analyst/Admin, Engineer/Integrator, or similar role; or Master's degree with 0 experience. 
  • Experience working with Ignition, Kepware, OSI PI, HighByte, and/or AWS Cloud Services.
  • Excellent analytical, communication and consultative skills and the ability to work efficiently with clients and other IT management and staff.   
  • High focus on deliverables and detail oriented. 
  • Must exhibit exceptional teamwork skills. 
  • Demonstrate high proficiency across a wide range of technologies and platforms related to software design and development, programming languages, data integration, data warehousing, data analysis and visualization tools, data storage, network connectivity, and virtualization/cloud environments. 

Preferred: 

  • Experience with Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Models, and their capabilities
  • Experience in pharma, healthcare or regulated industry
Additional Information

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: 

  • The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at  the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors  including  geographic location, and we may ultimately  pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be  modified in the future. 

  • We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

  • This job is eligible to  participate in our short-term incentive programs. 

Note: No amount of pay is  considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned,  vested,  and determinable. The amount and availability of  any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a   particular employee  remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be  modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion,  consistent with applicable law. 

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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About AbbVie

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2013