Ignition Engineer

Zeus Industrial Products, Inc.•Orangeburg, SC

18h

About The Position

The Ignition Engineer supports the implementation of SCADA control-system architecture using Ignition alongside an AI platform at manufacturing sites, on custom-built equipment and processing lines. The role designs, builds, and maintains infrastructure for data retrieval, storage, and processing, and helps ensure that data applications and machine-learning models are developed and deployed seamlessly, securely, and effectively. The position serves as a technical liaison among IT, Engineering, and Manufacturing for Ignition and AI implementation across the Zeus Network. It develops and completes Ignition projects, implements changes and features, troubleshoots issues, reviews code, and works with end users to improve applications. The engineer also participates in project planning and requirements gathering, follows standard operating procedures, communicates with supervisors and managers, and recommends continuous improvements. Travel to various sites may be needed to install and support automation equipment.

Requirements

Minimum four-year bachelor's degree in an engineering field, preferably with a minor in Computer Science, from an ABET-accredited program.
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related combination of experience and education.
Two to eight years of experience in a manufacturing environment working with integrated software platforms or SCADA systems such as Ignition, and networking.
Three or more years of Ignition scripting using Jython, or experience with Python or Java.
Three or more years of experience using SQL and data modeling to support software solutions.
Ignition certification for version 7.0 or greater.
Ability to solve complex business problems through scalable software solutions.
Comfort with agile development methodologies.
Strong understanding of software development principles, best practices, and relevant technologies.
Experience integrating Ignition with PLCs for control and reporting.
Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts.
Excellent problem-solving skills, self-motivation, technical aptitude, and analytical ability.
Ability to manage projects to completion.
Ability to work independently with general supervision and as part of a team.
Ability to learn technical concepts by reading work instructions and standard operating procedures and completing on-the-job training.

Nice To Haves

Minor in Computer Science with an engineering degree.
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) experience.
Knowledge of cGMP regulations and standards, including ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820, CMDR SOR/98-282, 93/42/EEC, RDC 16 2013, MHLW MO 169, and TG(MD)R Sch3.
Knowledge of process control systems, including Allen-Bradley PLCs (Rockwell Automation), HMIs, electrical drives, and temperature, flow, and pressure controls.
Knowledge of machine vision systems.

Responsibilities

Design, build, and maintain infrastructure supporting data retrieval, storage, and processing.
Help ensure high-level data applications and machine-learning models are developed and deployed seamlessly, securely, and effectively.
Act as a technical liaison among IT, Engineering, and Manufacturing, facilitating communication and coordinating Ignition and AI implementation throughout the Zeus Network.
Implement new Ignition features and changes while monitoring security, reliability, and performance.
Perform complex troubleshooting to identify root causes of issues reported by manufacturing and support teams.
Complete Ignition development projects and processes.
Work with end users to identify improvements for Ignition applications.
Participate in blueprinting, requirements gathering, and other planning for new projects.
Review code to verify changes made by other developers.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures and maintain open communication with supervisors and managers.
Recommend continuous improvements to management.
Travel to various sites as needed to install and support automation equipment.