Graphics Engineer - Building Automation Controls

Divcon Controls; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401K with Employer Match

Disability coverage

Flexible PTO

Field-based Benefits

Job summary

Divcon Controls, based in Dallas, TX, seeks a Senior SCADA Engineer to design, develop, and deliver advanced graphical interfaces for BAS, BMS, EMS, SCADA, and EPMS systems.

You translate operational requirements into intuitive graphics, lead complex graphics development, and mentor junior engineers while coordinating with project teams to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in engineering technology, automation, controls, CAD, graphics or IT preferred.
• 4+ years in building automation, DDC, SCADA, BMS/EMS/EPMS.
• 3+ years creating graphical interfaces for building automation or industrial control.
• Ability to complete complex graphics projects from design to deployment.
• Strong BAS/SCADA knowledge and project execution ability.
• Proficiency with graphic design tools and web-based graphics development.

Responsibilities

• Independently design, develop, test, and deliver sophisticated DDC and SCADA graphics within project hours and schedules.
• Create visually appealing, dynamic, intuitive, high-performance operator interfaces meeting client requirements and Divcon standards.
• Lead graphics development for complex commercial, industrial, and mission-critical projects.
• Translate control sequences, points lists, mechanical plans, and equipment data into accurate operator graphics.
• Coordinate with project managers, controls engineers, programmers, field technicians, and commissioning teams.
• Review project scope and resolve graphics-related questions to avoid schedule delays.
• Mentor junior graphics specialists and provide technical guidance and troubleshooting assistance.
• Support graphics deployment, startup, commissioning, and project closeout.

Skills

SCADA visualization

Building automation

Graphic design

Project coordination

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in engineering technology or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Ignition SCADA

DGLogik DGLux5 Designer

ENVYSION Designer

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Job description

About Us:

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Divcon delivers fully integrated automation solutions nationwide that optimize performance, energy efficiency, and reliability across HVAC, lighting, power monitoring, and mission-critical systems. Leveraging advanced technologies - including Allen-Bradley PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and Delta DDC systems - we combine deep technical expertise with field-tested execution to deliver precise, scalable, and high-performance solutions.

About the role:

We are seeking a Senior SCADA Engineer to independently design, develop, and deliver advanced graphical user interfaces for BAS, BMS, EMS, SCADA, and EPMS systems. This role is responsible for complex graphics packages, technical quality, project coordination, and the development of reusable visualization standards that improve consistency across projects.

The Senior SCADA Engineer works closely with project managers, controls engineers, field technicians, commissioning teams, and clients to translate operational requirements into modern, intuitive, and high-performance graphics. This position also provides technical guidance to junior team members and supports troubleshooting, quality control, system expansion, and long-term customer service.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in building automation, HVAC systems, SCADA visualization, graphical interface development, and the execution of multiple concurrent projects in commercial and mission-critical environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently design, develop, test, and deliver sophisticated DDC and SCADA graphics within allocated project hours and established schedules.
• Create visually appealing, dynamic, intuitive, and high-performance graphical interfaces that comply with client requirements and Divcon standards.
• Lead graphics development for complex commercial, industrial, and mission-critical building automation projects.
• Translate control sequences, points lists, mechanical plans, equipment submittals, and project specifications into accurate operator graphics.
• Develop graphics for HVAC systems, central utility plants, electrical distribution systems, lighting systems, power monitoring, and other integrated building systems.
• Coordinate with project managers, controls engineers, programmers, field technicians, and commissioning personnel to confirm system functionality and visualization requirements.
• Review project scope, identify missing information, and resolve graphics-related design questions before they affect project schedules.
• Complete quality control reviews of graphics packages, including navigation, point mapping, equipment status, alarms, trends, overrides, setpoints, and system summaries.
• Identify and report technical, quality, scheduling, and scope-related risks to project managers and engineering management in a timely manner.
• Provide technical problem-solving expertise for graphics performance, point integration, display logic, navigation, responsive layouts, and end-user usability.
• Support graphics deployment, checkout, startup, commissioning, and project closeout activities.
• Troubleshoot graphics-related issues remotely and in coordination with field personnel.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining consistent quality, responsiveness, and delivery performance.
• Maintain timely communication and follow-up with assigned project managers and project stakeholders.
• Ensure graphics packages are delivered to jobsites and commissioning teams in accordance with project schedules.
• Maintain complete and accurate project documentation, revision histories, backups, and release packages.
• Develop and maintain graphics libraries, templates, symbols, naming conventions, navigation standards, and reusable components.
• Recommend improvements to graphics development processes, engineering workflows, documentation practices, and quality control procedures.
• Mentor junior graphics specialists and engineers by providing technical guidance, design feedback, troubleshooting assistance, and platform training.
• Review the work of less-experienced team members and provide actionable feedback before project release.
• Support system expansions, modernization projects, software upgrades, and long-term customer service requirements.
• Participate in internal technical reviews, lessons-learned discussions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain awareness of emerging visualization technologies, industry standards, and user-interface design practices relevant to building automation and SCADA systems.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree in engineering technology, automation, controls, computer-aided design, graphic design, information technology, or a related field preferred.
• Four or more years of experience with building automation, DDC, SCADA, BMS, EMS, or EPMS systems.
• Three or more years of experience developing graphical interfaces for building automation or industrial control applications.
• Demonstrated ability to independently complete complex graphics projects from initial design through deployment and closeout.
• Strong understanding of BAS, BMS, EMS, DDC, SCADA, and EPMS system architecture and operational requirements.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, mechanical equipment, central plants, electrical systems, and building automation principles.
• Ability to interpret mechanical plans, control drawings, sequences of operation, points lists, equipment schedules, and technical submittals.
• Proficiency with graphic design applications such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, or equivalent tools.
• Experience developing graphics for browser-based or SCADA visualization platforms.
• Strong technical troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Strong quality-control skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects with competing deadlines.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective communication with project teams and management.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to mentor and support less-experienced technical team members.
• High degree of integrity, accountability, professionalism, and mature judgment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with DGLogik, DGLux5 Designer, ECLYPSE Designer, or ENVYSION Designer.
• Experience with Ignition SCADA visualization tools, including Vision or Perspective.
• Experience with Delta Controls systems and graphics development environments.
• Experience with OrcaView Illustrator, Sweet Home 3D, or similar specialized graphics tools.
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC-based systems or integrated industrial automation environments.
• Experience with web-based graphics development, responsive design, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or related technologies.
• Knowledge of 3D modeling and visualization techniques for facilities and equipment layouts.
• Experience with data centers, hospitals, laboratories, central utility plants, or other mission-critical facilities.
• Experience with version control systems, controlled release processes, and collaborative development workflows.
• Experience conducting peer reviews, quality audits, or technical training.
• Knowledge of common graphics and user-interface standards for alarms, trends, navigation, status indication, and operator workflows.

Benefits & Total Rewards:

• Opportunities for Growth
  Hands-on trainingandcareeradvancementin an explodingdata-centerindustry.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  Wecover100%ofindividualmedicalpremiumsandhelp offset the cost of family coverage.
• 401Kwith Employer Match
  Eligible after 90 days, with company matching to help youinvest in your future.
• Disability Coverage
  Bothshort- and long-term disability insuranceprovidedatnocostto our employees.
• FlexiblePTO
  Taketime off when you need it, noaccruing time necessary.

• Field-Based Employee Benefits
  For eligible field-based roles that require travel, Divcon covers all business travel expenses and provides a per diem, phone allowance, tools, and PPE at no cost. Eligible employees also receive paid training and additional reimbursable business expenses.