Lead Scada Infrastructure Engineer

Posted 25 Days Ago
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Plano, TX, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Consulting • Design
The Role
Lead design, deploy, commission, and maintain containerized SCADA and MQTT infrastructures using Ignition. Configure virtualization (Proxmox), broker clustering, relational DB integrations, perform onsite functional testing, mentor engineers, and collaborate across engineering, field, and project teams to deliver scalable, secure industrial automation solutions.
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At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinking experts. We’re one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States providing value for our clients through IT automation and control solutions for more than 30 years to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG/Food & Beverage industries.Our national and global scale allows us to help our clients develop and implement standardized solutions at any of their facilities regardless of physical location or the local resources available at that site.  


We are seeking a Lead SCADA Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in containerized virtualization environments, MQTT infrastructure, and Inductive Automation Ignition who will be part of the Mission Critical data center team to lead the design, development, deployment, installation, and commissioning of SCADA systems for industrial automation solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, integrating industrial systems, and ensuring high-performance, scalable, and secure automation applications.
 
You will:
  • Deploy and maintain containerized applications using Docker and Docker Compose.
  • Deploy high-availability virtualization environments using Proxmox VE.
  • Deploy and manage MQTT infrastructures including broker clustering, redundancy, security, and large-scale topic architectures.
  • Design, develop, and implement Ignition-based SCADA solutions for industrial automation projects.
  • Be a subject matter expert for MQTT Integration, containerized virtualization environments, Ignition architecture, Gateway configuration, Perspective development, and relational database integration.
  • Work cooperatively with engineering, design, production, and field service staff.
  • Be aware of Project budget and schedules for the purpose of recognizing and communicating issues to PMs before becoming a conflict.
  • Specify and configure various hardware components such as instrumentation, PLCs, communication systems and industrial control panels.
  • Perform on site functional testing of installed automation systems.
  • Mentor and train engineers, providing technical guidance and Ignition best practices.
  • Be an ambassador who embodies our Core Values, prioritizing the success of E Tech Group, our clients, and the professional development of our associates.
     
You may:
  • Develop/modify design documentation – drawing packages, method of procedures, sequence of operations, testing scripts.
  • Create tools, methods and approaches to increase engineering efficiency.
  • Develop and Lead training classes internally and externally.
  • Assist Business development team to evaluate and promote opportunities with predesigns, estimates, and in person presentations.
     
You have:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years of experience in the control system industry.
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with Inductive Automation Ignition (Perspective, Vision, SQL, Tag Historian, Scripting).
  • Experience with Docker based deployments and virtualized environments.
  • Experience with MQTT architectures and brokers such as EMQX, Ignition MQTT Distributor / Engine
  • Current Gold certified in Ignition.
  • Extensive knowledge of advanced Ignition concepts, including system architecture, scripting, and integration best practices.
  • Strong development skills in Jython, SQL, and JavaScript for building robust and scalable solutions.
  • Familiarity with UI/UX principles to design intuitive and user-friendly interfaces.
  • Able to work independently on projects and tasks with a very organized and methodical approach
  • Basic understanding of control system network topologies
  • Experience commissioning in “live” environments.
  • A DNA comprised of collaboration and teamwork.
     
You May Have:
  • Experience with PLC or DDC controlled data center projects
  • Experience with AVEVA Wonderware, FactoryTalk View SE, OPC UA/DA, Rockwell or Schneider PLC’s, Tridium Niagara, Eclypse Designer.
  • Experience with Building Management & HVAC Control Systems
  • Experience with BMS and EPMS
 

Benefits & Perks: 

  • 401k + match + prompt enrollment.  E Tech Group employees are 100% vested upon entry. 
  • Prompt enrollment into Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits. 
  • Generous paid time off that includes paid vacation, paid holidays, paid family leave and sick time off. 
  • Learning and growth are key parts of the E Tech culture. We provide you with training and continuing education from day one, so you can advance your career. As an E Tech associate, you can unlock your greatest potential through challenges and opportunities. 

 

E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other basis prohibited by law.  E Tech Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and for religious beliefs. E Tech Group is an Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.  


Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience
  • 7+ years experience in the control system industry
  • 3+ years hands-on experience with Inductive Automation Ignition (Perspective, Vision, SQL, Tag Historian, Scripting)
  • Gold certification in Ignition
  • Experience deploying and maintaining containerized applications with Docker and Docker Compose
  • Experience deploying high-availability virtualization environments using Proxmox VE
  • Experience with MQTT architectures and brokers (EMQX, Ignition MQTT Distributor/Engine), including clustering and redundancy
  • Strong development skills in Jython, SQL, and JavaScript
  • Extensive knowledge of advanced Ignition concepts, system architecture, scripting, and integration best practices
  • Relational database integration experience
  • Familiarity with UI/UX principles for interface design
  • Basic understanding of control system network topologies and experience commissioning in live environments
  • Ability to perform on-site functional testing of installed automation systems
  • Ability to mentor and train engineers and provide technical guidance
  • Collaboration and teamwork orientation; organized and methodical work approach
  • Experience with PLC or DDC controlled data center projects
  • Experience with AVEVA Wonderware, FactoryTalk View SE, OPC UA/DA, Rockwell or Schneider PLCs, Tridium Niagara, Eclypse Designer
  • Experience with Building Management, HVAC Control Systems, BMS, or EPMS
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The Company
HQ: West Chester, OH
300 Employees
Year Founded: 1993

What We Do

E Tech Group is one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States. With 14 offices and more than 380 engineers, we provide automation, control, and information solutions to the Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals, Parcel, Consumer Products and Food & Beverage industries. In addition to our organic growth, E Tech Group has recently grown through the successful acquisition and integration of Glenmount Global Solutions, Superior Controls, and Banks Integration. We provide a full suite of system Consulting, Design, Development, Assembly, Installation, Testing, Startup, and Training & Maintenance services. We’ve delivered over $1B+ in solutions. From staff augmentation to small upgrade projects to full turnkey design/build projects, E Tech has a deep bench of resources with decades of industry experience to deliver successful outcomes on time and on budget.

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