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Zachary Piper Solutions

Controls Engineer

Manassas, VA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Allen Bradley PLC, Ignition, Distech, Niagara, Siemens Desigo, Eaton Foreseer, Schneider EPO, Open ... for the Control Engineer: * Salary range: $100,000 - $150,000 *depending on experience*

Pemco Corporation

PLC Engineer

Rocky Gap, VA · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

Preferences - Experience with Rockwell/Allen Bradley hardware and software, Ignition, and Wonderware, - Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or ...

twenty80.io

Electrical Engineer

Bluefield, VA · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Provide engineering support for plant electrical systems, equipment installations, and ... Oversee and support SCADA system development and deployment (Ignition-based systems) across ...

Pemco Corporation

PLC Engineer

Rocky Gap, VA · On-site

$50K - $100K/yr

Experience with Rockwell/Allen Bradley hardware and software, Ignition, and Wonderware, * Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or Instrumentation. #J ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

Control Engineer 3

Leesburg, VA · On-site

$84K - $109K/yr

Overview Controls Engineers 3 are responsible for designing, developing, installing, and ... Ignition by Inductive Automation * GE Digital (iFIX, CIMPLICITY) * Siemens WinCC * Rockwell ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

Control Engineer 2

Tysons, VA · On-site

$84K - $109K/yr

Programming * Lead programming / configuration team efforts for complex automation and SCADA ... Ignition by Inductive Automation * GE Digital (iFIX, CIMPLICITY) * Siemens WinCC * Rockwell ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

Control Engineer 2 - Manassas

Manassas, VA · On-site

$83K - $108K/yr

Control Engineers work in various applications including industrial controls, cybersecurity ... Ignition by Inductive Automation * GE Digital (iFIX, CIMPLICITY) * Siemens WinCC * Rockwell ...

M.C. Dean, Inc

Control Engineer 2 (Onsite)

Tysons, VA · On-site

$84K - $109K/yr

Control Engineers work in various applications including industrial controls, cybersecurity ... Ignition by Inductive Automation * GE Digital (iFIX, CIMPLICITY) * Siemens WinCC * Rockwell ...

CEC Controls Company Inc

Controls Engineer

Chesapeake, VA · On-site

$72K - $94K/yr

Proficient in programming HMI/SCADA systems; (FactoryTalk, Maple, VTSCADA, Wonderware, Ignition, etc.) * Industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting, including 480VAC 3-phase, 120 ...

Leidos

Control Systems Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$73K - $132K/yr

Leidos is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to support the availability, reliability, and ... Preferably with Ignition. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Ignition * Experience with ...

Leidos

Control Systems Engineer

Springfield, VA

$73K - $132K/yr

Leidos is seeking a Control Systems Engineer to support the availability, reliability, and ... Preferably with Ignition. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Ignition * Experience with ...

Boydcorp

Controls Engineer

Fredericksburg, VA · On-site

$82K - $106K/yr

The ideal candidate will have strong PLC programming experience, a systems-level mindset, and the ... Experience developing HMIs using Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Ignition, CODESYS, or similar platforms.

Boyd Corporation

Controls Engineer

Fredericksburg, VA · On-site

$82K - $106K/yr

The ideal candidate will have strong PLC programming experience, a systems-level mindset, and the ... Experience developing HMIs using Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Ignition, CODESYS, or similar platforms.

M.C. Dean, Inc

Engineering Leader 2

Tysons, VA · On-site

The Engineer Leader 2 (EL2) leads and manages projects/programs while building client trust and ... This position requires expertise in Allen-Bradley PLC and/or Ignition SCADA. Data Center experience ...

Leidos

Sr. Electrical Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

The Facility Engineer will provide technical guidance, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate ... Familiarity with Wonderware or Ignition control systems. #NSBA EC-DAS If you're looking for comfort ...

Leidos

Sr. Electrical Engineer

Springfield, VA · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

The Facility Engineer will provide technical guidance, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate ... Familiarity with Wonderware or Ignition control systems. #NSBA EC-DAS If you're looking for comfort ...

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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for ignition developer in Virginia is $128,239.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,100.00 and $155,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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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.

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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.

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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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Controls Engineer

Manassas, VA • On-site

Zachary Piper Solutions
IT Services • 51 - 200 employees
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$125 - $150/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, test, startup, commission, and calibrate instrumentation devices.

  • Navigate through EPMS and SCADA applications for monitoring, trending, and data retrieval.

  • Configure communication devices, troubleshoot communication link failures, and load/update PLC projects.

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is hiring a Control Engineer. They will be responsible for technical leadership in the development, implementation, final testing, startup, commissioning, calibration of instrumentation devices. This is a contract-to-hire role on-site at Manassas, Virginia. This is a great opportunity to join rapidly expanding work in the Data center work force.

Responsibilities for the Control Engineer:
  • Navigate through EPMS and SCADA applications for monitoring, trending, and retrieving of data
  • Safely open, close, rack-in and rack-out of breakers for points monitoring
  • Understand PLC applications to load and update projects
  • Understand PLC applications to configure the communication parameters
  • Prepares and review simple electrical sketches, CX plans, and data sheets
Required Qualifications for the Control Engineer:
  • Requires 4 or more years of experience with installation, troubleshooting and/or testing of EPMS, BMS, Industrial instrumentation and/or SCADA systems
  • Assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of complex BMS, EPMS and SCADA systems, focusing on advanced configurable integrations.
  • Perform basic TCP/IP configuration
  • Configure communication devices and troubleshoot communication link failure
  • Configure Modbus Gateway devices communication protocol and ability to use applications like Modscan for troubleshooting and monitoring
  • Understand the vendor’s manuals and configure vendor’s power meter, PDU, ATS, Generators, STS, UPS, and Battery systems etc.
  • Allen Bradley PLC, Ignition, Distech, Niagara, Siemens Desigo, Eaton Foreseer, Schneider EPO, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Wonderware, Instrumentation calibrator/simulator
Compensation for the Control Engineer:
  • Salary range: $100,000 - $150,000 *depending on experience*
  • Comprehensive Benefits: health insurance, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a 401(k)/retirement plan, paid time off, and maternity/paternity leave.

This job opens for applications on 8/21/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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