Relocation-Ready Ignition Architect for Smart Manufacturing

JoB Training & Coaching; Granby (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Exposure to international projects

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

JoB Training & Coaching seeks an Ignition Architect to lead design and deployment of advanced SCADA solutions in a manufacturing setting. You will translate complex operational needs into scalable Ignition architectures and collaborate with cross-functional teams from site assessment to production rollout.

The role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on Ignition expertise, and the ability to deliver reliable, data-driven insights across enterprise and edge deployments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or related field
• 1+ year experience in a similar role (10+ years strongly preferred)
• Strong hands-on Ignition SCADA architecture and system design
• Active Ignition Gold Certification is highly preferred
• Proven experience with PLC integration and multiple industrial communication protocols
• Solid understanding of IT/OT convergence and industrial data flows
• Proficiency in Python scripting within Ignition
• Experience working in manufacturing or industrial environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

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

Job description

JoB Training & Coaching seeks an Ignition Architect to lead design and deployment of advanced SCADA solutions in a manufacturing setting. You will translate complex operational needs into scalable Ignition architectures and collaborate with cross-functional teams from site assessment to production rollout.

The role requires strong technical leadership, hands-on Ignition expertise, and the ability to deliver reliable, data-driven insights across enterprise and edge deployments.