SCADA Engineer

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What we offer:

Group Summary:

Specific Job Duties

SCADA & Visualization Systems

· Design, develop, deploy, and maintain SCADA applications and visualization platforms.

· Develop production dashboards, KPI displays, and operational reporting tools.

· Standardize HMI and SCADA applications across facilities.

· Support alarm management and operational monitoring systems.

· Improve real-time visibility of manufacturing operations.

Industrial Data & Connectivity

· Develop machine connectivity and industrial data collection solutions.

· Support deployment of industrial historian and manufacturing data platforms.

· Create standardized methods for collecting, organizing, and utilizing manufacturing data.

· Support data integration between production equipment and enterprise systems.

· Assist in developing operational performance metrics and reporting standards.

Manufacturing Systems Integration

· Support integration among PLCs, SCADA systems, MES platforms, ERP systems, industrial databases, and manufacturing data platforms.

· Ensure manufacturing systems align with enterprise OT architecture standards.

· Support implementation of secure and scalable connected manufacturing solutions.

Advanced Manufacturing Technologies

· Support advanced vision and automated inspection systems.

· Assist with AI-enabled manufacturing initiatives and data collection requirements.

· Support deployment of Industry 4.0 technologies and smart factory solutions.

· Participate in proof-of-concept and pilot technology projects.

Standards Development

· Partner with the OT Architect to establish and maintain standards for SCADA platforms, data collection architecture, PLC communications, equipment connectivity, industrial networks, and visualization.

· Drive consistency across all facilities and future projects.

Project Support

· Support Factory of the Future projects from concept through implementation.

· Participate in equipment design reviews and technology evaluations.

· Assist with factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), commissioning, and launch activities.

· Support deployment of new manufacturing technologies and automation systems.

· Develop documentation, training materials, and support procedures.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.

Required

· Five or more years of experience supporting industrial automation, SCADA, or manufacturing systems.

· Experience with industrial networking and communication protocols.

· Experience developing SCADA or HMI applications.

· Experience working with PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment.

· Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Preferred

· Automotive manufacturing experience.

· Experience with Ignition, FactoryTalk View, Wonderware, VTScada, or similar SCADA platforms.

· Experience with SQL databases and manufacturing data systems.

· Experience with MES integration.

· Experience with vision systems and machine learning-based inspection technologies.

· Experience supporting Industry 4.0 initiatives and industrial cybersecurity best practices.

· Experience with Power BI or other manufacturing analytics platforms.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.