Ignition SCADA Engineer - Python, SQL

Vibotek LLC; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering firm based in Evansville, IN, is seeking an Ignition SCADA Engineer who will be essential in the deployment and optimization of SCADA systems. This role includes responsibilities for installation and configuration of Ignition systems, ensuring secure data exchange and integration of different platforms. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Ignition Gateway Development, Python, and strong knowledge of IIoT networking. A proficiency in C#/.Net and familiarity with data formats such as MQTT is also required. This position demands a professional based on the East Coast.

Qualifications

• Experience with the installation and configuration of Ignition SCADA systems.
• Proficiency in identifying and implementing drivers for PLC data ingestion.
• Strong understanding of IIoT networking, including firewalls.
• Expertise in creating dashboards in Ignition Perspective.
• Proficient in C#/.Net, with experience in replicating functionalities from Rockwell product suites.
• Knowledge of data formats such as MQTT for integration purposes.
• Ability to troubleshoot performance issues related to data ingestion and egress.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the installation, configuration, and optimization of Ignition systems.
• Manage firewall configurations and ensure secure data exchange.
• Replicate and enhance existing Factory Talk View systems within Ignition Perspective.

Skills

Ignition Gateway Development

Python

SQL

C#/.Net

IIoT networking

Job description

Location

Evansville, IN

Role Title

Ignition SCADA Engineer

Mandatory Skills

Ignition Gateway Development, Perspective Module, Python, SQL

Role Description

You’ll be part of an innovative engineering team that specializes in the development and deployment of advanced SCADA systems. The team collaborates closely with cross‑functional departments, including IIoT networking and integration partners, to deliver reliable, high‑performance solutions. Your contributions will be essential to ensuring seamless data flow, system functionality, and integration across diverse platforms.

Responsibilities

As an Ignition SCADA Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, and optimization of Ignition systems, including the gateway and core components. You will identify and implement the required drivers, such as Allen Bradley and custom drivers, to ingest data from various PLCs. Working closely with the IIoT networking team, you’ll manage firewall configurations and ensure secure, efficient data exchange. You’ll also be involved in replicating and enhancing existing Factory Talk View systems within Ignition Perspective, leveraging your C#/.Net knowledge. Additionally, you’ll be responsible for exposing data from Ignition as MQTT or other formats, collaborating with integration partners, and troubleshooting any performance issues. This role requires the resource to be located on the East Coast.

Qualifications

• Experience with the installation and configuration of Ignition SCADA systems.
• Proficiency in identifying and implementing drivers for PLC data ingestion.
• Strong understanding of IIoT networking, including firewalls.
• Expertise in creating dashboards in Ignition Perspective.
• Proficient in C#/.Net, with experience in replicating functionalities from Rockwell product suites.
• Knowledge of data formats such as MQTT for integration purposes.
• Ability to troubleshoot performance issues related to data ingestion and egress.