Ignition/SCADA Architect

Gratitude; East Granby (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Gratitude is looking for an Ignition Architect located in East Granby, Connecticut. The ideal candidate will be responsible for architecting Ignition solutions for manufacturing facilities, requiring a strong background in SCADA systems.

A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of experience in relevant fields is also required. The position demands expertise in Python scripting and a solid understanding of Ignition architectures. This is a full-time onsite role.

Qualifications

• Mid-senior level experience with 10 years required.
• Hands-on experience architecting and designing control/SCADA systems.
• Clear understanding of various Ignition architectures.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys for data integration readiness.
• Architect Ignition solutions for manufacturing environments.
• Design control/SCADA systems with databases and analytics.
• Interact with clients for requirements analysis and support.
• Collaborate with offshore engineering teams for project delivery.

Skills

Ignition Gold Certification

Python scripting expertise for Ignition

Knowledge of plant and machine KPIs and visualization in Ignition

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SCADA systems

Ignition modules

Job description

Job Title: Ignition Architect
Salary: Very Attractive (Confidential)
Work location: East Granby, Connecticut, United States
Work set up: Full-time/Onsite

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys to assess data integration readiness and propose integration approaches to connect machines with Ignition.
• Architect Ignition solutions using the necessary Ignition modules (including authorized third-party modules) for manufacturing environments.
• Design control/SCADA systems including databases, interfaces, data analytics and reporting, and scripting (VB, Python).
• Interact with clients for requirements analysis, enhancements, and ongoing support.
• Collaborate with offshore engineering teams and lead project delivery.

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

• Ignition Gold Certification.
• Hands‑on experience architecting and designing control/SCADA systems with databases, interfaces, tag providers, Ignition Edge/Enterprise, and foundational drivers.
• Python scripting expertise for Ignition.
• Knowledge of plant and machine KPIs and visualization in Ignition.
• Clear understanding of various Ignition architectures to recommend the right‑fit solution.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with multiple PLC and IT/OT integration technologies.
• Experience in PLC integration and design.

Education & Experience

• Experience level: Mid‑senior
• Experience required: 10 years
• Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Details

• Industry: Manufacturing
• Citizenship requirement: US citizen only
• Relocation assistance: No
• Visa sponsorship eligibility: No