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Staffingine LLC

Ignition SCADA Developer Job Location: North Carolina Job Type: Contract · Serve as the technical authority and hands-on developer for automation and MES solutions using Ignition. · Gather, analyze ...

RED Group

Ignition SCADA Developer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Qualifications & Skills Minimum of 7 years of experience as a SCADA Engineer with expertise in Ignition SCADA by Inductive Automation. Experience with the Perspective development environment ...

RED Group

Ignition SCADA Developer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Minimum of 7 years of experience as a SCADA Engineer with expertise in Ignition SCADA by Inductive Automation. Experience with the Perspective development environment preferred. Strong knowledge of ...

RED Group

Ignition SCADA Developer

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

Minimum of 7 years of experience as a SCADA Engineer with expertise in Ignition SCADA by Inductive Automation. Experience with the Perspective development environment preferred. Strong knowledge of ...

RED Group

Ignition SCADA Developer

Carrollton, TX · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Minimum of 7 years of experience as a SCADA Engineer with expertise in Ignition SCADA by Inductive Automation. Experience with the Perspective development environment preferred. Strong knowledge of ...

Panasonic

Sr. SCADA Engineer

Sparks, NV · On-site

$106K - $146K/yr

The Sr. SCADA Engineer is responsible for leading the development, implementation, and management ... Integrate Ignition SCADA with PLCs, SCADA drivers, and field devices (e.g., Omron, Keyence ...

Panasonic

SCADA Engineer I

Sparks, NV · On-site

The Engineer assists with system monitoring, troubleshooting, testing, documentation, and routine ... Supports the integration and testing of Ignition SCADA systems with PLCs, SCADA drivers, and field ...

Socket.dev

Ignition SCADA / Automation Engineer

Bedford, MA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

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 ...

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NAVA Software Solutions

SCADA Engineer

Greenville, SC · On-site

SCADA Engineer Location: Greenville SC Or City of Industry CA - Onsite Duration: 6-12 months ... Application support for Visual Factory MES & Ignition SCADA on manufacturing shop floor * Problem ...

Divcon Controls

Lead Field SCADA Engineer

The Lead Field SCADA Engineer is responsible for leading a team of field SCADA engineers supporting ... Lead deployment and commissioning of complex Ignition SCADA systems for mission-critical data ...

Maitsys

Sr. SCADA Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

Sr. SCADA Engineer @ Reno, NV Job Summary The Senior SCADA Engineer leads the design, development ... Develop SCADA/HMI applications using Ignition SCADA (Vision & Perspective modules) * Create ...

CLX Engineering

SCADA Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

The CLX SCADA Engineer develops and supports industrial SCADA systems for CLX projects, with an ... Candidates must be able to contribute in Ignition without extensive initial platform training.

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CLX Engineering

SCADA Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

Description The CLX SCADA Engineer develops and supports industrial SCADA systems for CLX projects ... Candidates must be able to contribute in Ignition without extensive initial platform training.

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DistributionNOW

Senior SCADA Engineer

Midland, TX · On-site

$102K - $140K/yr

The Senior SCADA Engineer is responsible for operating, supporting, and enhancing an industrial ... Strong experience with Ignition SCADA in a production environment. * Ability to obtain Ignition ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for ignition scada engineer in the United States is $101,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Ignition Scada Engineer vs PLC Programmer?

AspectIgnition Scada EngineerPLC Programmer
Primary FocusDesigning and implementing SCADA systems using Ignition softwareProgramming and configuring PLCs for automation processes
Required SkillsSCADA software, HMI design, networking, scriptingPLC programming languages (ladder logic), hardware knowledge
Work EnvironmentIndustrial facilities, control rooms, automation projectsManufacturing plants, automation systems, control panels
CertificationsIgnition certifications, industrial automation credentialsPLC programming certifications, hardware certifications

Both roles are integral to industrial automation but focus on different aspects. Ignition Scada Engineers primarily develop and maintain SCADA systems for monitoring and control, while PLC Programmers focus on programming the hardware controllers that execute automation tasks. Understanding these differences helps employers and professionals identify the right skill set for specific automation projects.

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Job description

Job Title: Ignition SCADA Developer
Job Location: North Carolina
Job Type: Contract

Job Description:

·       Serve as the technical authority and hands-on developer for automation and MES solutions using Ignition.

·       Gather, analyze, and document business and functional requirements.

·       Translate requirements into functional designs, including Ignition screens, scripts, and integration logic.

·       Design, develop, and deploy Ignition projects leveraging Gateway Designer, Perspective, and Vision modules.

·       Develop and optimize Perspective HMI dashboards, alarms, reporting workflows, and data pipelines.

·       Configure Tag Providers, Transaction Groups, Tag Historian, and establish MQTT connectivity.

·       Integrate Ignition with PLCs, OPC UA servers, SQL databases, and external ERP/MES systems.

·       Lead and participate in solution architecture reviews, scalability planning, and performance optimization.

·       Maintain best practices, coding standards, version control, and comprehensive documentation.

10. Mentor and support junior developers through technical reviews and on-the-job training.

11. Collaborate effectively with business users, plant engineers, and IT/OT teams.

12. Ensure compliance with ISA-95, cybersecurity, and organizational standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

·       10–15 years of experience in industrial automation, SCADA, MES, or IIoT projects.

·       Strong hands-on expertise developing solutions with Ignition v8.

Skills

Mandatory Skills : Ignition SCADA