Description

Job Title: Data Systems Engineer

Location: Location: San Deigo, CA

Reports To: Sr. Data Manager (Based in Cape May)

Travel: Up to 50% (as needed to support each plant)

Position Summary:

We’re looking for a Systems or Database Engineer to lead the architecture, setup, and ongoing support of our SCADA ecosystem. This role will focus on building a reliable and secure data infrastructure using Ignition, integrating it with Power BI and SharePoint to support real-time operations visibility and reporting across our facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the configuration, deployment, and maintenance of Ignition SCADA across our production environments.
Design and manage backend databases supporting SCADA data collection and storage.
Build and maintain data pipelines from Ignition to Power BI and SharePoint, ensuring clean, structured data for reporting and analysis.
Collaborate with Operations, IT, and Engineering teams to identify key data needs and translate them into functional dashboards and tools.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and manage updates, patches, and backups.
Implement and maintain security protocols for both OT and IT components of the SCADA system.
Document system architecture, SOPs, and change logs to ensure long-term maintainability.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in data engineering, SCADA, or industrial systems (preferably using Ignition).
Hands-on skills with SQL, Python, and data modeling in industrial environments.
Proficient in Power BI, SharePoint, and enterprise reporting tools.
Experience working with databases (e.g., SQL Server, Snowflake, PostgreSQL) and data pipelines (e.g., Airflow, ETL frameworks).
Familiarity with network security and system architecture best practices in OT/IT environments.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and operational teams.
Ability to travel regularly to Cape May, Santa Fe Springs, and Blacks Harbour.

What We Offer:

The opportunity to shape the future of operations visibility through smart data systems.
A collaborative, mission-driven environment where your technical leadership makes a direct impact.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Bumble Bee Foods, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/ Affirmative Action employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact Bumble Bee Foods, LLC Human Resources Representative.

About Bumble Bee Seafoods

The Bumble Bee Seafood Company is passionately pursuing its purpose of feeding people’s lives through the power of the ocean. We are an iconic 125-year-old year-old fishing company that consistently aims to deliver delicious, healthy, and affordable food to consumers while working hard to find new ways to protect the ocean and those that rely on it. Bumble Bee is firmly anchored in a commitment to connect the world to the ocean by re-defining sourcing, producing, and enjoying products from and inspired by the ocean.

Bumble Bee’s full line of seafood and specialty protein products are marketed in the U.S., Canada and over 50 markets globally under leading brands including Bumble Bee®, Brunswick®, Clover Leaf®, Snow’s®, and Beach Cliff®. For more information about the company, visit TheBumbleBeeCompany.com. For product information, visit www.BumbleBee.com.

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