IT System Design Architect

Why work at Watlow?
Would you like to work in the fascinating world of industrial technology? Watlow is a global leader in technology and manufacturing. For over 100 years, we have been dedicated to providing world-class engineering through innovative thermal products and systems that drive our customers' success and improve people's lives around the world.

Our corporate values guide us at all times: Always do the right thing, Learn and improve continuously, Respect everyone, and Lead with service and humility.

At Watlow Mexico, we offer a positive work environment, cutting-edge technology, and excellent professional development opportunities at our three plants located in El Marqués, Querétaro.

We are seeking a skilled Ignition SCADA Administrator to oversee, optimize, and maintain our Inductive Automation Ignition platform. In this role, you will be the core technical owner of our shop-floor visualization, data logging, and MES integration. You will support high-volume production lines by ensuring real-time data accuracy, system uptime, and seamless connectivity between our manufacturing equipment and enterprise systems.
Key Responsibilities
• Ignition Platform Management: Administer, update, and optimize Ignition gateways, redundant systems, and client workstations across our discrete manufacturing facilities.
• HMI & Dashboard Design: Design and deploy intuitive Human-Machine Interface (HMI) screens and real-time operations dashboards using Ignition Perspective and Vision modules.
• Connectivity & Device Integration: Configure and troubleshoot connections between Ignition, OPC UA servers (e.g., Kepware), and PLCs (e.g., Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley, Siemens) on the assembly and production lines.
• Scripting & Automation: Write, test, and maintain Python (Jython) scripts for custom logic, transaction managers, and automated reporting.
• Database & Historian Administration: Manage Microsoft SQL Server or MySQL databases, optimizing data logging, transaction logs, and historical data retrieval for production tracking and OEE metrics.
• Production Support & Troubleshooting: Rapidly diagnose and resolve SCADA communication bottlenecks, network drops, or client failures to minimize manufacturing downtime.
• Security & Compliance: Enforce cybersecurity best practices, manage user roles/permissions, and handle system backups and disaster recovery protocols.
Qualifications & Skills
• Experience: 3+ years of direct experience administering Inductive Automation’s Ignition platform within a discrete manufacturing or assembly environment.
• Certifications: Ignition Core or Gold Certification from Inductive Automation is highly preferred.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong command of Python/Jython scripting and advanced relational database skills (SQL queries, stored procedures, indexing).
• Industrial Networking: Solid understanding of industrial protocols including EtherNet/IP, Modbus, and MQTT, alongside standard IT/OT networking principles.
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Familiarity with tracking discrete manufacturing metrics like Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), cycle times, scrap rates, and downtime tracking.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Computer Science, or equivalent practical field experience.

Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan
Your and your family's health, well-being, and financial stability are a priority for us. The Watlow Total Compensation Plan includes competitive compensation and a range of benefits to enhance your career:
• Salary paid bi-weekly
• Major and minor medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Savings fund (13%)
• Grocery vouchers (10%)
• Vacation days: 1st year - 13 days (Increasing each year according to the law + 1 additional day)
• Vacation bonus (50%)
• End of year bonus: 27 days
• Legal benefits