About the role:The Field SCADA Engineer is responsible for the deployment, commissioning, and validation of Ignition SCADA systems in mission-critical data center environments. This role is field-focused and client-facing, requiring extensive travel (50-60%) to support onsite and remote implementation activities. The Field SCADA Engineer works closely with development teams to deploy SCADA packages, conduct point-to-point verification, perform commissioning activities, and ensure successful system turnover to customers. This position emphasizes hands-on deployment support rather than development, ensuring that engineered solutions function correctly in production environments.
Key Responsibilities:Field Deployment & Commissioning- Travel to client sites (50-60%) to support deployment and commissioning of Ignition SCADA systems for data center BMS and EPMS applications
- Execute point-to-point verification of SCADA graphics, data points, alarms, and control sequences to ensure accuracy and compliance with design specifications
- Conduct onsite testing and validation of Perspective projects, HMIs, and visualization systems during commissioning phases
- Support commissioning teams during system integration, functional testing, and performance verification activities
System Validation & Quality Assurance- Perform user acceptance testing (UAT) and interface validation to ensure SCADA systems meet client requirements and operational standards
- Verify proper functionality of graphics templates, custom components, interactive visualizations, and 3D floorplans in deployed environments
- Validate data integration between front-end interfaces and back-end systems (PLCs, databases, historians)
- Test alarm functionality, trend displays, and real-time data presentation across desktop, tablet, and mobile platforms
- Troubleshoot visualization issues, display errors, and user interface problems in live production settings
Client Support & Turnover- Work directly with clients to demonstrate system functionality and provide hands-on training during turnover activities
- Assist clients with user acceptance processes and address questions or concerns during go-live phases
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance during and after system deployment
- Coordinate with development teams to implement field-identified corrections or adjustments to SCADA packages
Documentation & Knowledge Transfer- Document commissioning activities, point verification results, and system configurations for project closeout
- Create punch lists and track resolution of field issues identified during deployment
- Provide feedback to development teams on field performance and user experience observations
- Maintain accurate records of as-built conditions and field modifications for client turnover packages
Qualifications:Required- 3+ years of experience with Ignition SCADA systems, particularly Ignition Perspective, in field deployment or commissioning roles
- Hands-on experience with point-to-point verification, commissioning, and validation of SCADA/BMS systems
- Strong understanding of Ignition Perspective interfaces, graphics, templates, and visualization components
- Experience working with PLCs, communication protocols, and data integration in operational environments
- Proven troubleshooting skills for resolving interface, data connectivity, and display issues in the field
- Ability to work independently onsite with minimal supervision during commissioning and turnover activities
- Excellent communication and client-facing skills for training, demonstrations, and issue resolution
- Strong attention to detail and systematic approach to testing and verification processes
- Willingness and ability to travel up to 50-60%, including potential for extended site assignments
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel domestically (and internationally as needed)
- OSHA 10 certification obtained within the past two (2) years is required.
- If certification is not current or has not been completed, OSHA 10 training will be provided and must be successfully completed within the first week of employment.
Preferred- Associate or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field
- Experience with data center or mission-critical facility BMS/EPMS systems
- Familiarity with SQL databases, historians (e.g., Canary, Ignition Historian), and MQTT protocols
- Knowledge of user role-based access, security configurations, and dashboard customization
- Experience with remote support tools and methodologies
- Understanding of construction and commissioning processes in large-scale facilities
- Background in user acceptance testing and quality assurance methodologies
