Industry Group : Energy & Utilities.
Job Title : Ignition Team Leader and Developer - R1012471
Location : St. Louis, MO (Project location is in Jefferson City, and the nearby resource location e.g., St. Louis preferred. Initially 7-8 weeks onsite presence is required and then can be optimized based on the requirement i.e., 50%. We prefer minimum travel to optimize travel cost. Expenses per Hitachi DS Travel Policy)
Duration : 6+ Months Contract (Potential for extension)
Pay Rate : $75 / hr. on C2C
Qualifying Questions :
- Have you experience in at least one full Ignition deployment from design to go-live?
- Are you able to design and deliver scalable, modular solutions in Ignition (Perspective, Scripting)?
- Do you have IIoT or Industry 4.0 experience in Manufacturing domain?
- Can you build custom scripts, backend logic, and integrations using Python, Java, SQL, and Timescale DB?
- Are you familiar with Cloud Platforms (AWS IoT, Azure IoT, or similar)?
- Have you worked with Git or similar source control tools?
Job Description :
Design and deliver scalable, modular solutions in Ignition (Perspective, Scripting).Build custom scripts, backend logic, and integrations using Python, Java, SQL, and Timescale DB.Develop responsive industrial dashboards with Ignition Perspective, HTML, CSS, and Java.Integrate industrial protocols and platforms (MQTT, OPC UA, Modbus, Hive MQ) for secure connectivity.Manage deployments with Kubernetes and automate CI / CD pipelines using GitHub Actions.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, ensure best practices, and provide documentation / training.Required Skills :
Experience in at least one full Ignition deployment from design to go-live.Strong knowledge of Ignition (Perspective, Scripting) with modular and scalable design expertise.Proficiency in Python, Java, SQL, and Timescale DB for backend logic, automation, and data workflows.Skilled in web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for building responsive industrial dashboards.Hands-on experience with industrial protocols (MQTT, OPC UA, Modbus) and tools like Hive MQ.Familiarity with Kubernetes, GitHub Actions, and CI / CD pipelines in manufacturing / OT environments.Experience : 5+ years in IIoT, Ignition, Edge Computing with 10+ years in Automation.Custom Skill Requirements :
Ignition : Ignition platform design, build and deployment, best practices; Ignition Perspective development and Integration.IIOT : Deep knowledge of IIoT, data acquisition from various machine, application.IT-OT Integration : Expert integrating IT-OT systems such as OPC-UA, Modbus, and other Industrial protocol.Automation : Deep understanding shop-floor PLC / DCS automation and Ignition solution.Python : Python Scripting in Ignition development.Java : Java Scripting in Ignition development.AWS IoT : Good to have.IIOT Security : Good to have.GitHub : Source control and manage deployment, release.Skill Requirements :
Manufacturing : Design, build and deploy Ignition solution in Manufacturing environment.GUI Design : Ability to develop Ignition Perspective Solution for Manufacturing customer.Shopfloor Expertise (Prod) : Understand manufacturing shop-floor scenarios and addressing challenges through Ignition solution.Preferred Qualifications :
Manufacturing or Industry 4.0 experience.Familiarity with Cloud Platforms (AWS IoT, Azure IoT, or similar)Knowledge of IIoT security practices.GitHub portfolio with relevant projects.