Ignition SCADA Engineer

Clear Engineering Recruitment Ltd; London; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing company specializing in building automation within the Data Centre sector as an Ignition SCADA Engineer. In this pivotal role, you will lead projects from specification to handover, ensuring compliance with client requirements. Your expertise in PLC programming, particularly with Allen-Bradley systems, will be essential in monitoring and controlling HVAC and power systems. This innovative firm offers a competitive salary and benefits, including remote working options, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Private Healthcare

Pension

Systems Training

Remote Working

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years in building automation and control systems engineering.
• Experience with PLCs and DDC systems, including troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and delivery of Data Centre control systems projects.
• Program and configure PLCs and Ignition SCADA for HVAC and power systems.

Skills

Building Automation

Control Systems Engineering

PLC Programming (Allen-Bradley)

Graphical Interface Configuration

I/O Setup

Logic Programming

Integration of Third-Party Systems

Education

BEng in Electrical Engineering

HND in Building Services

Automation Related Field

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Siemens PLCs

Rockwell PLCs

Schneider PLCs

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Ignition SCADA Engineer

Are you an experienced Ignition SCADA Engineer? Do you have experience delivering projects within the automation sector? Clear Engineering is working closely with a fast-growing building automation company operating entirely within the Data Centre sector.

Data Centre Projects

• £65,000 - £85,000
• Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• Pension
• Systems Training
• Remote Working

Responsibilities:

1. Lead the engineering and delivery of Data Centre control systems projects, from specification through to handover, ensuring compliance with client requirements and industry standards.
2. Program and configure PLC (Allen-Bradley) and Ignition SCADA to monitor and control HVAC, power, and environmental systems.
3. Integrate third-party systems using open protocols such as BACnet, Modbus, and SNMP to ensure seamless operation within the wider Data Centre infrastructure.
4. Work closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to coordinate design intent, project milestones, and integration strategies.

Experience Required:

• 3–5+ years of experience in building automation, control systems engineering, or BMS/EMS design and commissioning—preferably within critical environments.
• Experience working with Allen-Bradley PLCs.
• Experience with graphical interface configuration, I/O setup, and logic programming.
• Practical knowledge of PLC (e.g., Siemens, Rockwell, Schneider) and DDC systems with the ability to write and troubleshoot control logic.
• BEng/HND in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Automation, or a related field.