Lead SCADA Developer

Located in Midland, TX, Rogue Industrial Group is seeking an onsite Lead SCADA Developer. The role offers a salary of USD 135,000 to 150,000 per year and comes with a benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, a 401(k), health coverage, and paid time off. A bachelor’s degree is preferred and a minimum of three years in industrial automation is required.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on a range of valves including control valves, pressure relief valves, and actuators
• Design, configure, and deploy SCADA systems using the Ignition platform by Inductive Automation to meet operational and client needs
• Integrate SCADA with PLCs, HMIs, SQL databases, and other control systems to ensure smooth data flow and performance
• Develop and maintain Ignition scripts and applications using Python, SQL, and related tools to enhance functionality
• Create intuitive HMI and SCADA visualizations for real time monitoring and control of industrial processes
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to performance, connectivity, data integrity, and reliability of SCADA systems
• Conduct system testing, validation, and commissioning to verify operation under various conditions
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to define scope, timelines, and deliverables
• Prepare and maintain thorough technical documentation, including system architecture, configurations, and user manuals
• Provide training and support to end users to ensure effective and safe system use
• Ensure SCADA implementations comply with industry standards, cybersecurity best practices, and regulatory requirements
• Adhere to company safety policies and industry regulations during work

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Automation Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 3 to 5 years of experience in industrial automation or SCADA system integration
• Hands on experience with Ignition by Inductive Automation, Ignition Core Certification preferred
• Experience integrating Kepware OPC servers and industrial communication systems
• PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modbus) and protocols such as OPC UA, MQTT, Ethernet/IP
• Ignition Gold or Enterprise Certification
• Experience with cloud based SCADA solutions and IoT integration
• Familiarity with other SCADA platforms (Wonderware, FactoryTalk, etc.) for hybrid integrations
• Knowledge of industrial process control in sectors like manufacturing, oil and gas, water treatment, or energy
• Proficiency in Python scripting and SQL database management
• Strong understanding of industrial networking including TCP/IP, VPNs, and firewalls
• Knowledge of HMI design principles and data visualization best practices
• Understanding of cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems
• Education and experience aligned with required background

Technologies

• Ignition (Inductive Automation)
• Kepware OPC servers
• Python
• SQL
• OPC UA
• MQTT
• Ethernet/IP
• Allen-Bradley
• Siemens
• Modbus
• Wonderware
• FactoryTalk
• TCP/IP
• VPNs
• Firewalls
• IoT
• Cloud-based SCADA solutions

Location and work setup

• Location: Midland, TX 79705 (onsite)
• Work location: In person

Top focus

The primary goal is to design, develop, and implement Ignition based SCADA solutions, leveraging a strong industrial automation background, solid problem solving skills, and cross team collaboration to deliver reliable systems.

Application question

What is your experience with SCADA platforms?

Education and experience notes

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred. Experience: 3 years in industrial automation or SCADA system integration preferred.