Ignition SCADA

LVI Associates; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Field SCADA Engineer to deploy, commission, and validate Ignition SCADA systems in mission-critical data center environments. This role is field-focused with 50-60% travel, requiring hands-on deployment support and direct client interaction to ensure successful system turnover.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of Ignition SCADA field experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently onsite.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Ignition SCADA field deployment or commissioning experience.
• Hands-on verification of SCADA graphics, data points, alarms, and control sequences.
• Experience with field testing, validation, and system turnover to customers.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites (50-60%) to support deployment and commissioning of Ignition SCADA systems for data center projects.
• Perform point-to-point verification of graphics, data points, alarms, and control sequences.
• Conduct onsite testing and validation of Perspective projects, HMIs, and visualization systems.
• Provide training and turnover support to clients during handover.

Skills

Field deployment

Client-facing

Testing & verification

Troubleshooting

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS or related

Tools

Ignition SCADA

Ignition Perspective

PLC communication

SQL databases

MQTT protocols

Job description

The Field SCADA Engineer is responsible for the deployment, commissioning, and validation of Ignition SCADA systems in mission-critical data center environments. This role is field-focused and client-facing, requiring extensive travel (50-60%) to support onsite and remote implementation activities. The Field SCADA Engineer works closely with development teams to deploy SCADA packages, conduct point-to-point verification, perform commissioning activities, and ensure successful system turnover to customers. This position emphasizes hands-on deployment support rather than development, ensuring that engineered solutions function correctly in production environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Field Deployment & Commissioning

• Travel to client sites (50-60%) to support deployment and commissioning of Ignition SCADA systems for data center BMS and EPMS applications
• Execute point-to-point verification of SCADA graphics, data points, alarms, and control sequences to ensure accuracy and compliance with design specifications
• Conduct onsite testing and validation of Perspective projects, HMIs, and visualization systems during commissioning phases
• Support commissioning teams during system integration, functional testing, and performance verification activities

System Validation & Quality Assurance

• Perform user acceptance testing (UAT) and interface validation to ensure SCADA systems meet client requirements and operational standards
• Verify proper functionality of graphics templates, custom components, interactive visualizations, and 3D floorplans in deployed environments
• Validate data integration between front-end interfaces and back-end systems (PLCs, databases, historians)
• Test alarm functionality, trend displays, and real-time data presentation across desktop, tablet, and mobile platforms
• Troubleshoot visualization issues, display errors, and user interface problems in live production settings

Client Support & Turnover

• Work directly with clients to demonstrate system functionality and provide hands-on training during turnover activities
• Assist clients with user acceptance processes and address questions or concerns during go-live phases
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance during and after system deployment
• Coordinate with development teams to implement field-identified corrections or adjustments to SCADA packages

Documentation & Knowledge Transfer

• Document commissioning activities, point verification results, and system configurations for project closeout
• Create punch lists and track resolution of field issues identified during deployment
• Provide feedback to development teams on field performance and user experience observations
• Maintain accurate records of as-built conditions and field modifications for client turnover packages

Qualifications:

Required

• 3+ years of experience with Ignition SCADA systems, particularly Ignition Perspective, in field deployment or commissioning roles
• Hands-on experience with point-to-point verification, commissioning, and validation of SCADA/BMS systems
• Strong understanding of Ignition Perspective interfaces, graphics, templates, and visualization components
• Experience working with PLCs, communication protocols, and data integration in operational environments
• Proven troubleshooting skills for resolving interface, data connectivity, and display issues in the field
• Ability to work independently onsite with minimal supervision during commissioning and turnover activities
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills for training, demonstrations, and issue resolution
• Strong attention to detail and systematic approach to testing and verification processes
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50-60%, including potential for extended site assignments
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel domestically (and internationally as needed)

Preferred

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
• Experience with data center or mission-critical facility BMS/EPMS systems
• Familiarity with SQL databases, historians (e.g., Canary, Ignition Historian), and MQTT protocols
• Knowledge of user role-based access, security configurations, and dashboard customization
• Experience with remote support tools and methodologies
• Understanding of construction and commissioning processes in large-scale facilities
• Background in user acceptance testing and quality assurance methodologies