Divcon

Field SCADA Engineer

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)

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

About Us:

Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Divcon delivers fully integrated automation solutions nationwide that optimize performance, energy efficiency, and reliability across HVAC, lighting, power monitoring, and mission-critical systems. Leveraging advanced technologies - including Allen-Bradley PLCs, Ignition SCADA, and Delta DDC systems - we combine deep technical expertise with field-tested execution to deliver precise, scalable, and high-performance solutions.

Operations

Remote (United States)

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