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Ignition Scada Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SCADA Engineer

Sanford, FL ยท On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

The CLX Engineering SCADA Engineer is responsible for developing, configuring, and supporting ... Must be able to build, configure, and deploy industrial SCADA solutions in Ignition, FactoryTalk ...

Senior SCADA Engineer

Dallas, TX ยท On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

Engineering experience with SCADA and control systems design required. Field experience in testing ... Design, develop, and maintain Ignition (Inductive Automation) applications , including: * HMI/SCADA ...

WI ยท On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Engineering experience with SCADA and control systems design is required. Field experience in ... Design, develop, and maintain Ignition (Inductive Automation) applications, including HMI/SCADA ...

Senior SCADA Engineer

Fort Worth, TX ยท On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Engineering experience with SCADA and control systems design is required. Field experience in ... Design, develop, and maintain Ignition (Inductive Automation) applications, including HMI/SCADA ...

Senior SCADA Engineer

Dallas, TX ยท On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

Engineering experience with SCADA and control systems design required. Field experience in testing ... Design, develop, and maintain Ignition (Inductive Automation) applications , including: * HMI/SCADA ...

Design, build, and maintain enterprise Ignition SCADA HMIs, alarm modules, and control workflows ... Partner with Engineering, Asset Management, and field technicians to optimize control room ...

SCADA Engineer - Control Room

Austin, TX ยท On-site

$150 - $200/hr

Design, build, and maintain enterprise Ignition SCADA HMIs, alarm modules, and control workflows ... Partner with Engineering, Asset Management, and field technicians to optimize control room ...

Senior SCADA Engineer

Charlotte, NC ยท On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Support facilities utilizing Ignition, CIMPLICITY, WonderWare, ABB SYS600, and SEL RTAC HMI ... Experience leading engineers and mentoring SCADA professionals through complex systems and projects.

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How much do ignition scada engineer jobs pay per year?

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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Infographic showing various Ignition Scada Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,752 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

SCADA Engineer

Sanford, FL โ€ข On-site

CLX Engineering
51 - 200 employees

$70K - $110K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

Description:

The CLX Engineering SCADA Engineer is responsible for developing, configuring, and supporting industrial SCADA systems used in complex automation environments. This role works closely with engineering teams and project managers to design, test, and deploy SCADA and HMI solutions that integrate with PLC-based control systems.


Daily work may include building and configuring SCADA applications, troubleshooting system performance, supporting system integration, and assisting with testing and commissioning activities. Engineers in this role may also assist with setting up servers, workstations, switches, and other network hardware required to support industrial control systems.


The SCADA Engineer participates throughout the project lifecycle, including system configuration, testing, documentation, and customer support. This role may require travel to customer sites to assist with system startup, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.

Requirements:
  • Must be able to build, configure, and deploy industrial SCADA solutions in Ignition, FactoryTalk, and other platforms
  • Must be able to maintain and troubleshoot SCADA and HMI systems built in other Industrial platforms
  • Must be willing to travel to customer sites as deemed necessary by management, sometimes for extended periods of time with varying work hours and schedules.
  • Must represent the company professionally in appearance, attitude, and workmanship at all times, especially when onsite. 
  • Assist installing and setting up servers, workstations, switches, and other computer hardware components
  • Ability to write technical documentation for operating manuals, project submittals and correspondence with customers.
  • Ability to read and understand project specifications and requirements.
  • Accountable for successful project execution and deliverables on or before schedule
  • Ability to read and understand CAD drawings. 
  • Must be able to work as part of a team in an office or customer environment.

Qualifications:

  • BS Engineering degree with 2+ years industry work experience.
  • Hands-on experience building SCADA systems using Ignition and FactoryTalk platforms
  • Experience in configuring, testing, commissioning, and deploying baggage handling systems, airport security software, conveyance systems and theme park ride and show systems is preferred. 
  • Experience working onsite with customers, testing, analyzing, reporting, troubleshooting and supporting industrial automation systems
  • Experience setting up server and networking hardware, switches, routers, and interfacing with industrial control systems and PLC’s.
  • Experience with system emulation and factory acceptance testing
  • Experience with TSA PGDS guidelines and practices is preferred
  • Experience creating project submittals, bill of materials, equipment cut sheets, and documentation