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SCADA Systems Engineer - Ignition Platform
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$103,600.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. We're seeking a SCADA Systems Engineer to join our Digital Solutions team, focusing on the design and deployment of advanced Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems for a major transportation client. This isn't just a programming role; it's a systems engineering and integration position requiring an understanding of complex, distributed industrial control architectures and operational technology (OT) networking. The successful candidate will be a high-impact technical team member responsible for the full lifecycle delivery of mission-critical SCADA systems. Key Responsibilities & Technical Focus
SCADA Project Deployment Experience with the hands-on engineering, configuration, and deployment of large-scale SCADA projects from conception through commissioning. HMI/Screen Design Experience with the design, development, and implementation of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) screen graphics. High-Volume Tag Management: Proven experience in projects involving 50,000+ tag SCADA environments is highly desirable. Protocol Integration: Apply a solid understanding of industrial communication protocols such as OPC-UA (or similar standards like Modbus, DNP3) to ensure seamless data exchange between PLCs, servers, and business systems. What you'll need
Required Platform Expertise
Primary Expertise (Non-Negotiable) Ignition by Inductive Automation – Perspective Module: Proven, deep professional experience in developing, configuring, and deploying solutions using the Ignition platform, with specific emphasis on the mobile-responsive Perspective Module. Secondary Expertise (Experience in one or more is preferred) AVEVA System Platform (Wonderware ArchestrA) Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE Schneider Electric Geo SCADA Expert (formerly ClearSCADA) GE Digital iFIX (modern versions) Emerson Movicon / PACEdge Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred. Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience focused on the design and deployment of industrial SCADA/I&C systems. Work Location: Preference for candidates based in the Northeast U.S.; however, the position is open to remote work for the right exceptional candidate. Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. The base salary range for this position is $103,600.00 to $140,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 09, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support. Seniority level
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Full-time Job function
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SCADA Systems Engineer - Ignition Platform
role at
Jacobs This range is provided by Jacobs. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$103,600.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. We're seeking a SCADA Systems Engineer to join our Digital Solutions team, focusing on the design and deployment of advanced Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems for a major transportation client. This isn't just a programming role; it's a systems engineering and integration position requiring an understanding of complex, distributed industrial control architectures and operational technology (OT) networking. The successful candidate will be a high-impact technical team member responsible for the full lifecycle delivery of mission-critical SCADA systems. Key Responsibilities & Technical Focus
SCADA Project Deployment Experience with the hands-on engineering, configuration, and deployment of large-scale SCADA projects from conception through commissioning. HMI/Screen Design Experience with the design, development, and implementation of Human-Machine Interface (HMI) screen graphics. High-Volume Tag Management: Proven experience in projects involving 50,000+ tag SCADA environments is highly desirable. Protocol Integration: Apply a solid understanding of industrial communication protocols such as OPC-UA (or similar standards like Modbus, DNP3) to ensure seamless data exchange between PLCs, servers, and business systems. What you'll need
Required Platform Expertise
Primary Expertise (Non-Negotiable) Ignition by Inductive Automation – Perspective Module: Proven, deep professional experience in developing, configuring, and deploying solutions using the Ignition platform, with specific emphasis on the mobile-responsive Perspective Module. Secondary Expertise (Experience in one or more is preferred) AVEVA System Platform (Wonderware ArchestrA) Rockwell FactoryTalk View SE Schneider Electric Geo SCADA Expert (formerly ClearSCADA) GE Digital iFIX (modern versions) Emerson Movicon / PACEdge Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred. Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience focused on the design and deployment of industrial SCADA/I&C systems. Work Location: Preference for candidates based in the Northeast U.S.; however, the position is open to remote work for the right exceptional candidate. Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. The base salary range for this position is $103,600.00 to $140,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on October 09, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Information Technology Industries: Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Jacobs by 2x Get notified about new System Engineer jobs in Providence, RI.
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