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Ignition Developer

Monroeville, Pa

As an Ignition Developer, you’ll take the lead in designing, developing, and deploying Ignition® SCADA/HMI applications that connect directly with PLCs, field devices, and industrial systems. Whether you’re seeking a full-time role or part-time project work, this position offers the chance to apply your Ignition expertise in a hands-on industrial automation environment while collaborating with a skilled engineering team.

 

Located just outside of Pittsburgh, PA, Premier Automation is an engineering solutions company that designs and delivers advanced automation systems for global manufacturers. From custom control panels to large-scale SCADA and drive systems, we help customers improve efficiency, reliability, and performance on the plant floor. Our team blends deep technical expertise with a down-to-earth, collaborative culture, offering career growth opportunities, real-world project exposure, and technical challenges that keep you engaged and learning.

 

 

Our Benefits Package: Invested in Your Success

We believe in taking care of our team. Here’s how we do it (full-time employees only):

  • Comprehensive medical coverage with a 100% company-paid deductible
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
  • Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage
  • Paid time off package with PTO, 10 company holidays, sick leave, and parental leave for growing families
  • Overtime compensation
  • Company-provided tools and boot allowance
  • Education assistance for ongoing professional development
  • $1,000 employee referral bonuses
  • Employee wellness programs

 

 

Your Experience at Premier Automation

Here’s what you can expect from the role, the team, and the culture that supports you:

  • Position Type & Schedule: We’re open to hiring this role on either a full-time or part-time basis, depending on your availability and experience. Our offices follow Monday–Friday day-shift office hours, with some flexibility in start times
  • Travel & On-Call: This role may involve occasional travel or on-call support, depending on project needs
  • Interview & Onboarding Process: Includes a virtual interview, on-site interview and facility tour, reference checks, and pre-employment screening
  • Growth & Exposure: Work directly with Ignition development projects while collaborating across controls, mechanical, and project management disciplines. Gain exposure to full project lifecycles, from concept through FAT/SAT and site commissioning
  • Team Culture & Appreciation: Join a supportive team that values communication, problem-solving, and collaboration. We foster a positive workplace through company snacks & lunches, recognition events, branded apparel, and team-building activities such as sports leagues, volunteer activities, and seasonal celebrations

 

 

Duties and Responsibilities

As an Ignition Developer, you will:

  • Design, configure, and deploy Ignition® SCADA/HMI applications for industrial automation projects
  • Build real-time dashboards, reporting tools, and operator interfaces tailored to customer needs
  • Integrate Ignition with PLCs, databases, field devices, and industrial networks
  • Troubleshoot, optimize, and expand existing Ignition applications for performance and scalability
  • Support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and commissioning activities
  • Collaborate with customers, engineers, and technicians to ensure project requirements are met
  • Document system configurations, provide training, and deliver knowledge transfer to end users

 

 

Experience and Qualifications (updated)

What You Bring:

  • Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience designing, programming, and deploying Ignition® SCADA/HMI applications
  • Background in industrial automation — not software/IT automation
  • Familiarity with integrating Ignition into environments using PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)
  • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for SCADA/HMI systems and industrial controls
  • Clear communication, collaboration, and organizational skills — able to manage project tasks and customer interactions effectively

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associate’s degree in a computer, electrical, or related technical field (equivalent experience considered); higher-level degrees are a plus
  • Ignition Gold Certification or module-specific expertise (Perspective, Reporting, Scripting)
  • Experience with scripting languages such as Python and SQL
  • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, OPC UA)
  • Experience in FAT/SAT execution and customer-facing technical discussions

 

 

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Premier Automation does not provide sponsorship for employment visas.

 

Note: Part-time roles are not benefits or overtime eligible.

 

Employment is conditional on passing a background check and drug screening, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

At Premier Automation, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We believe that our strength lies in the diversity of our team and our inclusive culture that respects, values, and embraces the unique experiences and perspectives of each individual. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission to foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed.

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