Ignition SCADA Engineer
Ignition SCADA Engineer at OAL
📍 Location: Peterborough, PE2 6YN | Up to £60k (Subject to Experience) | Full-Time, Permanent
About the role
Step into the future of food manufacturing with OAL, where sustainability meets cutting-edge automation. As an Ignition SCADA Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of transforming the industry with innovative SCADA solutions, enabling smarter and more efficient production processes.
If you’re passionate about technology and thrive in collaborative environments, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact while honing your skills within a dynamic, forward-thinking team.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
Innovative Projects: Be part of initiatives like our Carbon Trust net-zero project and other transformative solutions.
Collaborative Culture: Join a workplace built on teamwork, creativity, and fun.
Professional Growth: Stay ahead of technology trends with on-the-job training and professional development opportunities.
Your Role Will Involve
Designing, developing, and implementing Ignition SCADA solutions for automation projects.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate SCADA systems with PLCs and other automation equipment.
Supporting the full software development lifecycle, ensuring high-quality project delivery.
Creating technical documentation, including functional design specifications.
Troubleshooting and optimising existing SCADA systems to ensure maximum efficiency.
Benefits You’ll Enjoy
Flexible Working: Find the balance with our flexible work arrangements.
Generous Holiday Package: Enjoy 25 days of holiday plus public holidays, with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days.
Pension Scheme: Plan for the future with our company pension scheme.
Peace of Mind: Feel secure with our death in service benefit.
Continuous Learning: We’ll cover your professional fees, supporting your career development.
Smart Health: Access a 24/7 online GP, mental health support, and wellbeing services anytime.
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
2+ years of experience in Ignition Perspective SCADA development and integration
Proficiency in PLC programming and automation systems.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
BSc in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or a related field.
Full UK driving licence.
Desirable:
Food manufacturing knowledge
Experience with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs and other leading platforms.
Familiarity with Agile/SCRUM methodologies.
Knowledge of web technologies (ASP.Net, HTML, CSS, JavaScript).
Exposure to robotics control systems and Industry 4.0 technologies.
About OAL
OAL helps food manufacturers automate. An innovative family business, based in Peterborough, the company provides automation and system integration services to food manufacturers. It’s a market leader for digital transformation, label and date code verification and robotic powder weighing. We're a growing SME offering fantastic opportunities in a fast-paced organisation. If you're ready to contribute to groundbreaking work in a supportive environment, we'd love to meet you.
