Asset Digitization SCADA Solutions Engineer

APM Terminals

At APM Terminals, a global leader in port and terminal operations, we enable global trade and drive sustainable growth. What drives us forward is a mindset of always improving — observing how work happens, identifying what creates value, and removing what gets in the way. We constantly look for smarter, simpler, and safer ways of operating. If you thrive in environments where people value learning and are committed to continuously improve daily operations, join us and be a part of our journey.

What We Can Offer

At APM Terminals, we foster a dynamic learning and training culture that empowers our employees to excel. Our commitment to improvement means every team member has the opportunity to develop their skills and advance their careers by continuously refining how we work. Experience a diverse, multinational workplace where your operational insights directly influence how we work.

• Work on global Asset Digitization solutions that support operational excellence across terminal environments.
• Develop your expertise in Ignition, SCADA and IoT technologies while staying current with product features, updates and industry trends.
• Collaborate with terminals, technology teams, operational functions, OEMs and suppliers in a multicultural and international environment.
• Contribute to product standardization, continuous improvement, testing, deployment support and the roadmap for Asset Digitization products.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain Ignition-based SCADA applications, with a focus on Perspective, Tag Historian, Alarm Management and SQL connections.
• Integrate COTS IoT platforms such as Node-RED and ChirpStack to capture, process and visualize real-time operational data.
• Develop reliable data flows between IoT devices, SCADA systems and databases using protocols and standards including MQTT, OPC UA and LoRaWAN.
• Translate product definitions and functional requirements into robust, scalable SCADA products, engaging subject matter experts when standard solutions are unavailable.
• Create and maintain design specifications, development references, configuration templates and deployment guidelines, using version control and company documentation tools.
• Test, debug and optimize SCADA and IoT applications, participate in UAT and SAT, validate outcomes, and provide support before and after go-live.
• Support global product standardization, security requirements, QA activities, Level 2 support and, when needed, software development projects or terminal project roles.

What We Are Looking For

• Continuous improvement mindset: we are looking for someone who brings a thoughtful improvement mindset—curious about how work gets done and motivated to make meaningful, sustainable improvements over time.
• Bring at least five years of experience in technology and/or operations products, projects or programs, preferably involving automation and/or transport and logistics, with hands-on exposure to real-time industrial or operating environments.
• Demonstrate extensive SCADA experience, particularly with Ignition, together with strong SQL knowledge including SQL Bridge, queries and triggers. Ignition Core Certification is preferred or expected within six months of onboarding.
• Apply practical experience with COTS IoT platforms such as Node-RED or ChirpStack, and industrial or IoT protocols including MQTT, OPC UA and LoRaWAN.
• Use Python for advanced scripting within Ignition, supported by general PLC knowledge, basic Linux and networking skills, and knowledge of cybersecurity practices in industrial and IoT environments. Java scripting and custom development experience are a plus.
• Hold an engineering degree or similar, communicate effectively in English, and bring strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder and requirements management skills in multicultural and international team environments.

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Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.