Systems Engineer - PLC, SCADA, & Ignition

Proconex is the exclusive Emerson Impact Partner for Emerson Automation Solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region. We provide a full portfolio of Process Automation Control Systems, Valves and Control Devices, and related technologies and services to a range of customers—in the Life Sciences, Chemical, Power, Refining, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Paper, Metals, and other industries, as well as commercial enterprises and campus facilities. With three strategically located offices, Proconex maintains a deep dedication to its 200+ employees, a sharp focus on safety and quality, and the drive to deliver. Proconex is seeking a Systems Engineer with expertise in Ignition SCADA and industrial automation systems to support, develop, and enhance manufacturing automation solutions for our customers. This customer-facing role combines system development, project execution, troubleshooting, and ongoing support across a variety of industrial and life sciences environments. You will work closely with operations, engineering, maintenance, IT, and OT teams to deliver reliable, scalable automation solutions that improve operational performance, system reliability, and manufacturing efficiency. Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, implement, and maintain Ignition HMI/SCADA applications and industrial automation solutions. • Integrate Ignition platforms with PLCs, manufacturing equipment, historians, databases, and other operational technologies. • Configure and support industrial communication networks and protocols including OPC-UA, MQTT, Modbus, and Ethernet/IP. • Develop dashboards, reporting tools, visualizations, and user interfaces that support operational decision-making and manufacturing performance. • Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving PLCs, SCADA systems, databases, networks, and system integrations to minimize production downtime. • Support automation system upgrades, migrations, deployments, and lifecycle management activities. • Participate in project execution from requirements gathering and system design through testing, commissioning, and startup. • Collaborate with operations, engineering, maintenance, IT, and quality teams to deliver reliable and scalable automation solutions. • Create and maintain technical documentation, system configurations, functional specifications, testing records, and support procedures. • Support change management, validation, and compliance activities within regulated manufacturing environments when required. • Monitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, maintainability, and operational efficiency. • Serve as a trusted technical resource for customers and provide ongoing support, training, and knowledge transfer as needed. Basic Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline, 2+ years of relevant industrial automation experience. • 3+ years of experience with Ignition SCADA development and support. • 3+ years of experience with industrial automation systems in manufacturing environments. • 3+ years of experience integrating PLC platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider Electric, or similar systems. • 3+ years of experience developing HMI/SCADA applications for industrial operations. • 2+ years of experience working with SQL databases, queries, and data integration. • 2+ years of experience troubleshooting automation, controls, and manufacturing systems. • 2+ years of experience in a customer-facing engineering or technical support role. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, 2+ years of professional experience collaborating with cross-functional teams. Preferred Qualifications • Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences, o