Scada Engineer

Job Title: SCADA EngineerJob Description

We are seeking a skilled SCADA Engineer to develop and enhance SCADA systems using Ignition software. This role involves integrating field devices using various industrial protocols, building dashboards, alarms, and monitoring tools, and enabling real-time system visibility for cooling infrastructure. The position also includes supporting system validation and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Develop SCADA systems using Ignition software.
• Integrate field devices using industrial protocols such as TCP/IP, BACnet, and Modbus.
• Build dashboards, alarms, and monitoring tools to enhance system functionality.
• Enable real-time visibility for cooling infrastructure systems.
• Support the validation and deployment of SCADA systems.

Essential Skills

• 8-10 years of controls experience.
• Proficiency in PLC SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols.
• Experience integrating PLC systems into SCADA environments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with data centers is a plus.
• Familiarity with Ignition software.

Work Environment

This position is fully remote but requires the ability to travel to Austin, Texas, 20% of the time. Mileage will be covered. Candidates must reside in Texas.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $90.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 8, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.