Ignition Architect

Lucid Motors; King Abdullah Economic City; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury electric vehicle manufacturer located in King Abdullah Economic City seeks an experienced professional to lead the design of industrial automation projects using the Ignition platform. Responsibilities include developing integration strategies and overseeing deployments. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3+ years experience in automation and the Ignition platform.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Equity program participation

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in industrial automation.
• Proven experience with the Ignition platform and its core modules.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing analytics and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of industrial automation projects using Ignition.
• Develop integration strategies to connect Ignition with various systems.
• Oversee deployment and configuration of Ignition applications.

Skills

Experience with Ignition platform

SCADA/HMI systems knowledge

Automation protocols (OPC/UA, Modbus)

Experience in automotive manufacturing

Proficiency in SQL query development

Scripting in Python and Java

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or related field

Tools

Ignition modules (Perspective, Sepasoft, Vision)

SQL Server

Job description

Overview

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility. At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived limitations of space, performance, and intelligence. Vehicles that are intuitive, liberating, and designed for the future of mobility.

We plan to lead in this new era of luxury electric by returning to the fundamentals of great design – where every decision we make is in service of the individual and environment. Because when you are no longer bound by convention, you are free to define your own experience.

Come work alongside some of the most accomplished minds in the industry. Beyond providing competitive salaries, we’re providing a community for innovators who want to make an immediate and significant impact. If you are driven to create a better, more sustainable future, then this is the right place for you.

The is responsible for designing and architecting scalable, robust APM (Asset performance monitoring), LMIS (Lucid Manufacturing Information System) and industrial automation solutions at Lucid using the Ignition platform. This role works closely with cross-functional teams—including operations, quality, IT, and manufacturing engineering—to develop integrated systems that leverage SCADA/HMI, MES, and IIoT capabilities. The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in the Ignition platform with a strong background in industrial protocols and enterprise integration.

You Will:

• Lead the design and development of system architecture for industrial automation projects using the Ignition platform.
• Analyze business and technical requirements to develop comprehensive design solutions.
• Develop integration strategies to connect Ignition with PLCs, OPC UA devices, SQL databases, and other legacy or enterprise systems (e.g., ERP, MES, Lucid Garage & Salesforce)
• Lead the CMMS project in Ignition and work on the continuous improvement and integrations.

Technical Leadership & Collaboration:

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams and ensure adherence to architectural best practices.
• Collaborate with project managers, system integrators, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their potential to enhance system performance and scalability.

Implementation Oversight:

• Oversee the deployment and configuration of Ignition applications across all Shops.
• Ensure that all solutions meet security, performance, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in system testing, troubleshooting, and optimization to deliver reliable and efficient solutions.

Documentation & Standards:

• Create and maintain comprehensive architectural documentation, including system diagrams, technical specifications, and integration protocols.
• Establish and enforce coding and architectural standards to ensure high-quality deliverables.

You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. With 3+ years’ experience in below mentioned work experience and skills.
• Proven experience with the Ignition platform and its core modules.
• Strong understanding of SCADA/HMI systems and industrial automation protocols (e.g., OPC/UA, Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
• Prior work experience in Automotive Manufacturing with a thorough understanding of OEE, MTTR, MTFB, and other manufacturing performance metrics.
• Hands-on experience in manufacturing analytics and reporting (e.g., Cp, Cpk, FTT).
• Proven experience in SAP integrations, REST API connectivity, and SQL query development.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, Java) used in Ignition development.
• Experience with Ignition modules including Perspective, Sepasoft, and Vision.
• Relevant Certification in Ignition (Core/Gold) is added advantage.
• Demonstrated ability to design and integrate complex systems involving PLCs, databases (SQL Server, etc.), and enterprise applications.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

Lucid offers a wide range of competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, vacation, and 401k. The successful candidate may also be eligible to participate in Lucid’s equity program and/or a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing such programs. (Cash or equity incentive awards, if any, will depend on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and company performance.)

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