SCADA/MES Developer

Oshkosh Corporation, Inc.; Jefferson City, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Oshkosh Corporation seeks a SCADA/MES Developer at our Jefferson City, TN facility to design, develop, and support Ignition and Sepasoft applications that power our manufacturing lines.

You will work with manufacturing, engineering, IT, and quality teams to deliver reliable digital solutions, troubleshoot issues, and improve data visibility and uptime. A Bachelor’s degree in CS or related field is preferred. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Ignition and Sepasoft development and production support experience.
• 2+ years building or supporting SCADA/MES in manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with Python and Microsoft SQL Server scripting.
• Experience creating Ignition Perspective apps.
• Strong troubleshooting in production settings.
• Ability to collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, IT, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, enhance, and support Ignition and Sepasoft apps.
• Build and maintain Ignition Perspective screens and functions.
• Create manufacturing applications using Python/Jython.
• Write SQL Server scripts and manage data fundamentals.
• Support Sepasoft MES modules: Batch, Document Management, OEE, Settings & Changeover.
• Provide hands‑on production support to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to meet requirements and improve metrics.
• Develop integrations between SCADA/MES and other systems and technologies.
• Manage MQTT data collection and UNS architectures with HighByte.

Skills

Ignition

Sepasoft

Python

SQL Server

Jython

Ignition Perspective

MQTT

HighByte

AMRs

Data integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

GitHub

Jira/Confluence

TimeBase Historian

GE Historian

Job description

About JLG, an Oshkosh company JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products—including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories—can be found all over the world. At JLG, we are driving the future of digital manufacturing.

As a SCADA/MES Developer at our New Jefferson City facility, you won't just be maintaining systems—you will be part of a team designing the digital backbone that keeps our production lines moving efficiently and integrating next‑gen technologies like AMRs. The SCADA/MES Developer will be responsible for developing, enhancing, and supporting the SCADA (Ignition) and MES (Sepasoft) applications supporting manufacturing operations at the Jefferson City, TN facility. This individual will support SCADA/MES enhancements, integrations, and daily production system uptime. The role will work closely with manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams to develop reliable digital manufacturing solutions, troubleshoot production issues, and continuously improve plant‑floor systems and applications.

YOUR IMPACT

• Develop, configure, enhance, and support SCADA/MES applications using Ignition 8.1 and Sepasoft 3.81.
• Develop and maintain Ignition Perspective screens, views, and application functionality supporting manufacturing operations.
• Develop and modify manufacturing applications using Python/Jython.
• Develop SQL Server scripting and understand database fundamentals to support application development and data management.
• Support Sepasoft MES applications, including Batch, Document Management, OEE, and Settings & Changeover.
• Provide hands‑on production support for SCADA/MES systems to help maintain system availability and minimize production downtime.
• Troubleshoot system issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions for production‑impacting applications.
• Partner with manufacturing personnel to understand requirements and develop solutions that improve production efficiency, visibility, quality, and data availability.
• Develop and support integrations between SCADA/MES applications and other manufacturing systems and technologies.
• Optimize and manage MQTT‑based data collection and Unified Namespace (UNS) architectures, including solutions utilizing HighByte.
• Optimize and manage manufacturing data collection and analysis utilizing GE Historian and TimeBase Historian.
• Support integrations with autonomous mobile robots (AMRs – fleet +/-150 units) and other plant‑floor technologies.
• Support the development of functional specifications, test cases, technical documentation, and deployment plans.
• Participate in application testing, implementation, upgrades, and continuous improvement activities.
• Support an enterprise‑to‑site Sepasoft architecture and the deployment and configuration of site‑level MES functionality.
• Collaborate with internal and external personnel in the design, development, implementation, and support of manufacturing technology solutions for Enterprise and Site applications.
• Follow established standards for application security, data integrity, change management, backup/recovery, and system support.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Development and production support experience with Ignition and Sepasoft.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience developing or supporting SCADA, MES, manufacturing applications, or related industrial technology (Ignition and Sepasoft strongly preferred).
• Experience developing in Ignition using Python and working with Microsoft SQL Server databases and scripting.
• Experience developing or supporting Ignition Perspective applications.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills in a production environment.
• Ability to work effectively with manufacturing, engineering, IT, and other business stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

STANDOUT QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Sepasoft Batch, Document Management, OEE, and Settings & Changeover modules.
• Experience with HighByte and Unified Namespace (UNS) architectures.
• Experience with GE Historian and/or TimeBase Historian.
• Manufacturing experience, particularly within assembly operations.
• Experience with fabrication or paint is also beneficial.
• Familiarity with PLCs and industrial automation systems.
• Experience integrating SCADA/MES systems with AMRs or other autonomous manufacturing technologies.
• Experience with MQTT and VDA 5050 standards and integrations.
• Experience utilizing REST APIs, JSON, web services, or other system integration technologies.
• Experience with source control and code repositories such as GitHub.
• Experience with Jira/Confluence or similar tools for work management, deployment, and documentation.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Automation or a related field.

Pay Range: $82,900.00 - $134,300.00 The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions.

Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people‑first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

Oshkosh is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Oshkosh Corporation is a merit-based Equal Opportunity Employer. Job opportunities are open for application to all qualified individuals and selection decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. To the extent that information is provided or collected regarding categories as provided by law it will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application. Oshkosh Corporation will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals that do not otherwise have access to.

Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Advance your career by advancing the world. For many of our team members, this is more than a career. It’s a calling. Oshkosh is home to thousands of difference-makers working together to build, serve and protect people and communities around the world. From the front lines to the firehouse, the people we serve are driven by a sense of purpose. The people who work here are no different. Our engineering and product innovation help keep soldiers and firefighters safe, is critical in building and keeping communities clean and helps people do their jobs every day. As part of a People First culture, you’ll be encouraged and empowered to take ownership of your work, develop your career and make a real impact on the world around you. Oshkosh is a global company that designs and manufactures some of the world’s toughest specialty and access equipment under the brands of JLG®, Hinowa, Power Towers, Pierce®, MAXIMETAL™, Oshkosh® Defense, McNeilus®, IMT®, Jerr‑Dan®, Frontline™ Communications, Oshkosh® Airport Products, Oshkosh® AeroTech™ and Pratt Miller.