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Applied Digital · 2 weeks ago

SCADA Engineer – Ignition

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Applied Digital is at the forefront of AI innovation, providing advanced data center solutions for high-performance computing. The SCADA Engineer will maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot control systems, ensuring efficient operations within the data centers and addressing technical challenges as they arise.

Information Technology & Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Post-Commissioning Maintenance: Oversee the ongoing maintenance and optimization of control systems post-commissioning, ensuring they meet operational requirements

System Monitoring: Continuously monitor control systems to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and energy efficiency, addressing any deviations or issues promptly

Troubleshooting and Repairs: Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to control systems, including chiller plants, power distribution, and environmental monitoring systems

Automation Optimization: Implement and refine automation strategies to enhance system efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and improve overall performance

Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of system performance, maintenance activities, and troubleshooting efforts. Generate reports for management and stakeholders

Technical Support: Provide expert technical support to operations and maintenance teams, guiding them in resolving complex SCADA system issues. Bi-weekly on-call rotation with less than 15% travel required

Upgrades and Enhancements: Identify opportunities for system upgrades and enhancements, working with vendors and contractors to implement improvements

Compliance and Standards: Ensure all control systems comply with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices

Training and Development: Mentor and train junior engineers and staff on control system operations and maintenance

Qualification

SCADA systemsInductive Automation IgnitionControl systems troubleshootingBACnetModbusChiller plantsPower distributionEnvironmental monitoringAccountabilityContinuous improvementSecurity complianceDigital literacyProblem-solvingCommunicationCollaborationAdaptabilityAttention to detailTime managementIntegrityDocumentation discipline

Required

Proven experience in maintaining and troubleshooting control systems, preferably in a datacenter or energy management/generation environment

Proficiency in programming languages and protocols commonly used in control systems (e.g., BACnet, Modbus)

2 or more years' experience with Inductive Automation's Ignition Product

Strong understanding of chiller plants, power distribution, and environmental monitoring systems

Familiarity with industry standards and protocols for control systems and automation (e.g., ASHRAE, ANSI/ASHRAE Standards, etc.)

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure

Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Communication: Clear verbal and written communication to document incidents and ensure proper shift handoffs

Collaboration: Ability to work closely with team members, supervisors, and cross-functional partners

Adaptability: Flexible in responding to changes in process, tools, environment, and shift assignments

Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned tasks and follows through with minimal supervision

Attention to Detail: Maintains thorough and accurate logs, inspections, records, and documentation

Time Management: Manages time effectively to meet performance expectations and service levels

Integrity: Adheres to company policies, safety protocols, and professional ethics always

Continuous Improvement Mindset: Recommends and supports efficiency, safety, and system innovations

Documentation Discipline: Maintains clear, consistent records for operational continuity and compliance

Security Compliance: Maintains awareness of data center physical and logical security expectations

Digital Literacy: Uses productivity tools (e.g., Outlook, Teams, Excel, ticketing systems) for communication and documentation in office or hybrid settings

Able to remain in a seated position for an extended period and to lift and carry up to 15 lbs. (office manuals, case notebooks, case files, case materials, standard boxes, report binders, etc.) as needed

Preferred

Experience with energy management and sustainability initiatives is a plus

Company

Applied Digital

Applied Digital (Nasdaq: APLD) — named Best Data Center in the Americas 2025 by Datacloud — designs, builds, and operates high-performance, sustainably engineered data centers and colocation services for artificial intelligence, cloud, networking, and blockchain workloads.

Founded in 2021

Dallas, Texas, US

51-200 employees