Lead Ignition SCADA Architect for Smart Manufacturing

Jobsonboard; Granby (CT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Job summary

Jobsonboard is seeking an Ignition Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced SCADA solutions in a manufacturing environment. You will translate operational requirements into scalable Ignition architectures and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end solutions from site assessment to production rollout.

The role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on Ignition experience, and a focus on reliability, efficiency, and data-driven insights,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 1+ year in a similar role (10+ years strongly preferred).
• Strong hands-on Ignition SCADA architecture and system design.
• Proven PLC integration and industrial communication protocols.

Responsibilities

• Architect and design robust Ignition SCADA systems, including Tag Providers, gateways, and deployments.
• Conduct site surveys to evaluate machine connectivity and data integration readiness.
• Define IT/OT integration strategies across PLC platforms.
• Develop and maintain Python scripts within Ignition.
• Design database interfaces, historians, and reporting solutions.
• Build dashboards to visualize plant KPIs and OEE.
• Lead project execution with distributed engineering teams.
• Provide technical guidance, documentation, and system improvements.

Skills

Ignition SCADA architecture

Python scripting

IT/OT convergence

Data integration

Stakeholder management

Dashboard design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Engineering

Tools

Ignition Gold Certification

Job description

Jobsonboard is seeking an Ignition Architect to lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced SCADA solutions in a manufacturing environment. You will translate operational requirements into scalable Ignition architectures and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end solutions from site assessment to production rollout.

The role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on Ignition experience, and a focus on reliability, efficiency, and data-driven insights,