Ignition SCADA Specialist

Kinder Morgan•Pasadena, TX

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

The SCADA Specialist supports, develops, and maintains the real-time Ignition system used within the Terminals business unit. The role includes developing SCADA applications, measurement and control center automation tools, and implementing SCADA projects for new or modified facilities. Work may involve application configuration, design and development, SQL databases, system support, graphics development, and adherence to Kinder Morgan SCADA policies, procedures, and standards. The specialist also supports legacy AVEVA System Platform implementations by reviewing, troubleshooting, and interpreting object models, scripts, graphics, and application logic to support standardization and migration to Ignition. The role contributes to developing Ignition templates, UDTs, tag structures, and application models based on implementations across terminal facilities. The position works with Engineering, Control Center, Operations, business groups, and IT teams to support SCADA systems, develop interfaces and applications, and ensure designs meet customer requirements. The work is primarily in a standard office environment, with a hybrid schedule option. Project startups may require extra hours, shared after-hours callout coverage is required, and occasional travel may be needed.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Computer Science.
At least 3 years of work experience with Ignition SCADA systems, automation, or real-time systems support.
Experience writing scripts in Ignition.
Experience with Ignition Perspective.
Experience with Python, JavaScript, and SQL.
Familiarity with IT, SCADA, and network architectural standards.
Ability to understand and apply fundamental programming principles to develop modular, reusable, and scalable applications.
Reasonable typing skills to complete required work effectively.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to learn new technology.
Very good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work under pressure.
Strong analytical skills and logical thought processes.
Ability to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to work with a team, take direction from supervisors, adhere to required work schedules, focus on details, and follow work rules.

Responsibilities

Provide SCADA system administration, management, and day-to-day support for departments using the SCADA system.
Ensure compliance with KM SCADA system procedures and standards.
Analyze, design, and implement SCADA-related applications, SQL databases, and reports in accordance with existing standards.
Work with business groups and IT staff to provide or develop data interfaces between business and SCADA applications.
Coordinate with Engineering, Control Center, and Operations personnel to ensure applications, graphics, and reports meet customer requirements.
Provide SCADA hardware and software support in conjunction with appropriate IT personnel.
Work with IT Infrastructure personnel on system maintenance and diagnosis of issues related to standard operating systems and databases.
Work with IT Telecommunications personnel on network design, maintenance issues, and monitoring.
Develop and maintain documentation for application design, graphics, alarm management, procedures, standards, and operational support.
Analyze existing AVEVA System Platform implementations across terminal locations to identify reusable standards, operational workflows, and control philosophies.
Help design and develop equivalent or enhanced functionality in Ignition, including migration of graphics, alarm strategies, object models, tag structures, and reporting capabilities.