Ignition Developer
Ignition / SCADA Developer (Houston, TX)
We are seeking an Ignition/SCADA Developer to support full‑lifecycle automation and SCADA projects. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on engineering, customer interaction, and designing modern SCADA architectures.
You'll work in a hybrid model-splitting time between home, office, and occasional customer sites in the Houston area.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy Inductive Automation Ignition SCADA applications
- Configure, troubleshoot, and support PLC/SCADA systems for industrial clients
- Work with customers to gather requirements and translate them into functional solutions
- Integrate SCADA with PLCs, databases, and enterprise systems
- Produce documentation, testing plans, and project deliverables
- Provide onsite commissioning and startup support (minimal travel)
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience developing industrial SCADA/HMI systems
- Hands‑on experience with Ignition (Perspective and/or Vision preferred)
- Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, OPC-UA, etc.)
- PLC integration experience (any major brand)
Highly Desirable
- Oil & Gas industry experience (Midstream, Upstream, Pipelines, Terminals, or Production Facilities)
- Experience in Water/Wastewater (W/WW) automation environments
- Familiarity with IIoT platforms, SQL databases, reporting tools, or MES functionality
Why Join?
- Hybrid flexibility
- Annual performance bonus
- Straight overtime pay
- Health & Vision insurance
- Diverse project exposure across multiple industries
- Strong career development opportunities within a growing integrator
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