Ignition SCADA Lead

About the role

The Lead Field SCADA Engineer is a senior-level, hands-on leadership position responsible for driving the successful deployment, commissioning, validation, and optimization of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems across a wide range of environments. These environments include commercial buildings, industrial facilities, manufacturing plants, utilities, and mission-critical infrastructures such as data centers, healthcare systems, and energy sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Technical Mentorship

• Leading and mentoring a team of field engineers, ensuring they are supported both technically and professionally
• Providing hands-on technical guidance during system deployment, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities
• Cooking coordination engineering resources across multiple concurrent projects while balancing timelines and priorities
• Conducting performance evaluations, setting development goals, and delivering continuous feedback
• Supporting the onboarding process for new engineers, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to succeed
• Promoting a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the team
• Encouraging knowledge sharing and cross-training to strengthen overall team capability
• Establishing and enforcing technical standards, best practices, and consistent approaches to field execution
• Acting as the escalation point for complex or high-risk technical issues that require senior expertise
• Creating a structured development pathway for engineers, helping them progress into more advanced roles

• Advanced Technical Execution

• Leading the end-to-end deployment and commissioning of SCADA systems across diverse environments
• Configuring and validating human-machine interfaces (HMIs), dashboards, alarms, and data visualization components
• Performing advanced point-to-point verification to ensure all field devices, sensors, and controllers are correctly mapped and functional
• Identifying and resolving complex system issues such as communication failures, network instability, and data inconsistencies
• Troubleshooting performance bottlenecks, latency issues, and visualization errors
• Conducting system validation, user acceptance testing (UAT), and operational readiness assessments
• Testing and validating advanced system functionalities such as redundancy, failover, and multi-user access control
• Supporting integration between SCADA platforms and related systems such as PLCs, RTUs, historians, and enterprise-level software
• Diagnosing and resolving challenges across multiple layers including applications, networks, databases, and field devices
• Optimizing system performance to ensure long-term scalability, reliability, and maintainability
• Supporting commissioning under tight timelines while maintaining high standards of safety and quality

• Project Coordination & Quality Assurance

• Coordinating all field activities to align with project schedules and client expectations
• Reviewing and approving commissioning plans, test scripts, and verification procedures
• Ensuring all work performed meets internal standards, client specifications, and industry best practices
• Performing technical reviews of deliverables produced by field engineers
• Providing corrective guidance where necessary to ensure consistency and quality
• Identifying risks during project execution and implementing mitigation strategies proactively
• Monitoring project milestones and ensuring progress remains on track
• Reporting project status, risks, and updates to engineering leadership and project managers
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to resolve technical and logistical challenges

• Knowledge Management & Continuous Improvement

• Documenting technical solutions, system configurations, and lessons learned from projects
• Developing standard operating procedures, commissioning guides, and troubleshooting documentation
• Identifying recurring issues and implementing long-term improvements to prevent them
• Contributing to internal knowledge bases and technical documentation systems
• Staying up to date with emerging technologies, new SCADA platforms, and evolving standards
• Supporting the development of internal training materials and mentoring frameworks
• Driving innovation within the team by identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and system performance
• Recommending improvements to workflows, tools, and engineering processes

Qualifications

• Required qualifications:

• A minimum of 6+ years of experience working with SCADA systems in real-world environments
• Proven experience with field deployment, commissioning, and system validation
• At least 2+ years of experience leading or coordinating technical teams in a field setting
• Strong knowledge of SCADA platforms and human-machine interface design
• Hands-on experience with system integration, including PLCs, RTUs, and data historians
• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols such as OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, BACnet, or similar
• Strong troubleshooting skills across networks, control systems, and visualization layers
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Willingness and availability to travel frequently for onsite project support

• Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline
• Experience working in mission-critical industries such as data centers, utilities, or advanced manufacturing
• Advanced certifications or specialized training in SCADA or industrial automation platforms
• Proficiency with SQL, databases, and scripting languages such as Python
• Experience with system customization, reporting tools, and advanced data visualization
• Familiarity with cybersecurity practices within industrial control systems
• Experience working in construction or large-scale project environments
• Exposure to both system design and field implementation phases
• Knowledge of cloud-based SCADA systems and modern architecture trends

Work Environment & Travel

This role offers a dynamic work environment that combines office-based collaboration, remote flexibility, and hands-on fieldwork. Work will be performed across multiple environments, including office, remote, and onsite client locations. Travel is a key component of the role and may involve regional or national assignments. Projects may involve industrial sites, commercial buildings, energy facilities, or mission-critical environments. Flexibility is required to accommodate commissioning schedules, including occasional extended hours.

Why Join

This is an opportunity to take on a leadership role within a growing and technically advanced area of the building automation and industrial systems industry. You will work on complex, high-impact projects that directly support critical infrastructure and operational systems. The role offers:

• Exposure to cutting-edge SCADA technologies and large-scale system deployments
• The opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing engineering team
• A balance of hands-on technical work and strategic leadership responsibility
• Career progression within a specialized and high-demand field
• The opportunity to work across diverse industries and challenging environments

If you are an experienced SCADA professional looking to step into a leadership role while maintaining strong technical involvement, this position offers a unique and rewarding career path.