SCADA Developer

About DMC

DMC is a leading engineering consulting firm and Ignition Premier Partner, delivering high-caliber engineering, SCADA, MES, and custom software development services globally. We specialize in innovative solutions for manufacturing, testing, and product development, with experience spanning industries including aerospace, consumer packaged goods, healthcare, and more. Our rapidly growing Ignition team is at the forefront of enterprise-scale deployments, giving engineers the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects that push the platform to its limits. Across DMC, engineers stay ahead of emerging technologies while delivering top-notch solutions in a collaborative environment that supports both independent ownership and team-based work, reflecting our commitment to technical excellence, professional growth, and forward-thinking client impact.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy industrial SCADA and automation systems across diverse industries
• Build scalable and maintainable solutions that integrate with PLCs, data historians, and enterprise systems
• Develop and configure Ignition-based applications and architectures
• Apply strong systems thinking to ensure reliable, high-performance solutions
• Contribute across the full project lifecycle, including concept development, design, implementation, testing, and commissioning
• Willingness to mentor early career engineers

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or related field)
• Minimum GPA of 3.4
• 3+ years of relevant experience
• Experience with Ignition or comparable SCADA platforms
• Strong understanding of PLC systems and industrial communication protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, Modbus, OPC UA)
• Demonstrated ability to design and deploy SCADA systems, including architecture, scripting, and enterprise implementations
• Familiarity with integrating SCADA systems with databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and enterprise applications
• Proficiency in programming, including object-oriented concepts and text-based languages
• Strong communication, customer-facing, and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Experience working directly with customers or stakeholders in a client-facing environment
• Ability to travel up to 20%

Compensation

Starting compensation is based on industry, relevant experience and location standards.

• Engineer Levels II & III (3-5 years relevant experience): $95,000 - $115,000
• Engineering Levels III & Above (5-10 years relevant experience): $115,000 - $165,000+

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