SCADA Developer/Consultant

Posted 22 Days Ago
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Hiring Remotely in Reston, VA, USA
In-Office or Remote
Mid level
Information Technology • Machine Learning • Marketing Tech • Software • App development • Generative AI
Tkxel delivers AI and software solutions for enterprises, specializing in cloud, data, and automation.
The Role
Design, configure, and deploy Ignition SCADA systems (Gateway, Vision/Perspective). Integrate PLCs/RTUs via Modbus/OPC-UA/Ethernet/IP, implement SQL-backed tag historian pipelines, write Python/Jython scripts, configure alarms, support FAT/SAT and commissioning, and produce P&IDs, control narratives, network diagrams, and O&M documentation for client handoff.
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This is a remote position.

About the Role

Tkxel is hiring an Ignition SCADA Developer to design, build, and support supervisory control and monitoring systems for client engagements across industrial, utilities, and process automation domains. This is a hands-on delivery role focused purely on the Ignition platform by Inductive Automation — Gateway configuration, HMI/UI development, scripting, and system integration.


Key Responsibilities

Area

Details

SCADA/HMI Development

Design and configure Ignition Gateway, Vision and/or Perspective clients for process monitoring, control, and visualization

System Integration

Integrate PLCs/RTUs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, or equivalent) into Ignition tag structures

Protocols

Configure and troubleshoot Modbus (RTU/TCP), OPC-UA, and Ethernet/IP for device connectivity

Data Engineering

Design SQL-backed Tag Historian pipelines for time-series data storage, trending, and reporting

Scripting

Write Python/Jython scripts within Ignition for automation logic, event handling, and custom UI behavior

Alarming

Configure Alarm Notification module with escalation paths for critical fault conditions

Client Deployment

Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and go-live commissioning

Documentation

Produce control narratives, P&IDs, network diagrams, and O&M manuals for client handoff


Required Skills & Experience
  • 3–5+ years hands-on experience with Ignition by Inductive Automation (Gateway, Vision and/or Perspective modules)

  • Strong knowledge of industrial protocols: Modbus, OPC-UA, Ethernet/IP

  • PLC/RTU integration experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, or equivalent)

  • SQL for database design, Tag Historian configuration, and reporting

  • Python/Jython scripting proficiency within the Ignition environment

  • Ability to read/produce P&IDs, control narratives, and system architecture diagrams

  • Comfort working across multiple concurrent client projects in a services/consulting environment

Preferred / Nice-to-Have
  • Ignition Core Certification (Gold Certification a strong plus)

  • Experience with Sepasoft MES for process/production line use cases

  • Familiarity with OT cybersecurity practices (network segmentation, VPN, firewall configuration for industrial networks)

  • Exposure to other SCADA platforms (Wonderware/AVEVA, FactoryTalk) for hybrid integration scenarios

  • Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Controls,



Skills Required

  • 3-5+ years hands-on experience with Ignition by Inductive Automation (Gateway, Vision and/or Perspective)
  • Strong knowledge of industrial protocols: Modbus, OPC-UA, Ethernet/IP
  • PLC/RTU integration experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, or equivalent)
  • SQL for database design, Tag Historian configuration, and reporting
  • Python/Jython scripting proficiency within the Ignition environment
  • Ability to read/produce P&IDs, control narratives, and system architecture diagrams
  • Comfort working across multiple concurrent client projects in a services/consulting environment
  • Ignition Core Certification (Gold Certification a strong plus)
  • Experience with Sepasoft MES for process/production line use cases
  • Familiarity with OT cybersecurity practices (network segmentation, VPN, firewall configuration for industrial networks)
  • Exposure to other SCADA platforms (Wonderware/AVEVA, FactoryTalk)
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls (or related)
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The Company
HQ: Reston, VA
1,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2008

What We Do

AI driven technology solutions for modern enterprises. We help organizations transform, scale, and innovate through a combination of artificial intelligence and advanced software engineering. By applying intelligent automation and data driven systems, businesses can simplify operations, improve efficiency, and unlock new growth opportunities. Our expertise includes AI strategy and consulting to identify high impact opportunities, AI development to build machine learning models and predictive systems, and intelligent automation to streamline workflows and boost productivity. We also deliver cloud migration, application modernization, embedded systems, and digital product engineering to help businesses move beyond legacy limitations and build scalable, future ready solutions. With a strong focus on results, we enable faster time to market, reduced operational costs, and improved performance across critical business functions. Every solution is tailored to specific goals, ensuring measurable outcomes and long term value. Take the next step toward smarter growth. Contact us now for a consultation and start transforming your business today.

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