Ignition SCADA Developer — Hybrid Role

DMC Engineering; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

DMC Engineering seeks an experienced SCADA Developer to design and deliver scalable industrial automation and data systems. You’ll work hands on with Ignition to build solutions that integrate with PLCs, historians, and enterprise systems. You’ll join an award-winning team delivering high-impact client results.

The role emphasizes strong systems thinking, collaboration, and mentoring. Hybrid work is available across multiple locations, with a focus on engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with GPA ≥ 3.4.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in SCADA/automation.
• Experience with Ignition or comparable SCADA platforms.
• Strong PLC knowledge and industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Modbus, OPC UA).
• Experience deploying SCADA with databases and enterprise apps.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy SCADA/automation systems across diverse industries.
• Build scalable solutions integrating PLCs, historians, and enterprise systems.
• Develop and configure Ignition-based applications and architectures.
• Apply systems thinking to ensure reliable, high-performance solutions.
• Contribute across lifecycle from concept to commissioning.
• Mentor early career engineers.

Skills

PLC systems

Industrial protocols

OO programming

Client-facing

Scripting

Systems thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or related field) with GPA 3.4

Tools

Ignition

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

SCADA platforms

Job description

DMC Engineering seeks an experienced SCADA Developer to design and deliver scalable industrial automation and data systems. You’ll work hands on with Ignition to build solutions that integrate with PLCs, historians, and enterprise systems. You’ll join an award-winning team delivering high-impact client results.

The role emphasizes strong systems thinking, collaboration, and mentoring. Hybrid work is available across multiple locations, with a focus on engineering excellence.