SCADA / MES Developer

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

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Indianapolis is seeking a SCADA/MES Developer to design and integrate manufacturing systems. The ideal candidate will focus on SCADA/MES application development, system integration with PLCs, and supporting automation for Industry 4.0 initiatives. A Bachelor's degree and expertise in Ignition SCADA, along with strong skills in Python and SQL, are required. The role will be onsite and involves teamwork with manufacturing departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is necessary.
• Minimum of 3 years of SCADA experience is required.
• Mandatory 1 year of Ignition SCADA experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and support SCADA/MES applications.
• Integrate SCADA/MES systems with PLCs and ERP platforms.
• Support SDLC activities including design and documentation.

Skills

SCADA experience

Python

SQL

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Ignition SCADA

HMI/SCADA systems

Job description

Job Title: SCADA / MES Developer

Location: Indianapolis (Onsite)

Department: IT - Manufacturing

Role Overview

We are looking for a SCADA/MES Developer to design, develop, integrate, and support manufacturing systems. The role focuses on SCADA/MES application development, system integration, and automation to support manufacturing operations and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and support SCADA/MES applications
• Work with business and manufacturing teams to gather requirements and deliver solutions
• Integrate SCADA/MES systems with PLCs, ERP, and WMS platforms
• Develop and support APIs and data integrations (REST, SOAP, JSON, XML)
• Perform system configuration, security management, upgrades, and troubleshooting
• Support SDLC activities including design, coding, testing, deployment, and documentation

Must-Have Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of SCADA experience
• 1+ year of Ignition SCADA experience (mandatory)
• Experience with HMI/SCADA systems integrated with PLCs
• Strong skills in Python, SQL, and expression languages
• Understanding of MES, OEE, Track & Trace, and manufacturing workflows
• Experience with system integrations and enterprise-scale applications
• Stable job history and currently employed

Additional Requirements

• US work authorization (US Citizen / Green Card / TN Visa)
• Ability to work onsite in Indianapolis
• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills