AVEVA PI Systems Engineer

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Job Title: AVEVA PI Systems Engineer

Location: On-site in Beaumont, TX, USA

Job Status: Regular, Full-Time, Benefit Eligible

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Operations Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced Systems Engineer with direct AVEVA Pl system product experience in real-time data collection and analysis to join our team. This role will represent InCentrik as a consultant on design, implementation and support of Pl Systems. This is a permanent position and is based on-site with our customer in Beaumont, TX. Applicants open to relocating to either location will be considered.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Serve as an on-site, customer interface and InCentrik representative for problem resolution and ensure assignments are completed timely.
• Install, configure, and administer industrial data historian for servers, interfaces, and visualizations.
• Create and maintain historian data points, calculations, and administrative settings.
• Perform engineering studies, system assessments, and upgrade existing historian server systems.
• Perform server system health monitoring, and troubleshoot server system health issues ranging from small, localized problems to system-wide problems involving other related systems.
• Create custom data visualization displays and reports.
• Collect information on system-level project specifications, performance requirements, known capabilities and limitations.
• Determine hardware system status and limitations by gathering and evaluating information based on a variety of factors, including security and reporting needs.
• Review and modify existing system software to improve performance, correct errors, and conform with compatibility requirements of available hardware.
• Design system software to meet project requirements, collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal staff as needed.
• Receive direction and prioritization of tasks internally from assigned CDM (Customer Delivery Manager).
• Develop and lead software system testing and validation procedures; compile relevant documentation.
• Provide software training for users on new or modified systems and networks.
• Create standard procedure documentation (SOPs) for integrated systems for the customer.
• Perform other duties as required.

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient with AVEVA PI System or similar industrial data historians.
• Working knowledge of Industrial networking topology, protocols and infrastructure.
• Intermediate knowledge of SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) and control systems.
• Must be a team player that is able to work with management in developing and implementing new processes and enabling systems. Will work with end user groups to define application needs and identify feasible solutions.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with multidisciplinary teams, both technical and non-technical.
• Proactive, self-motivated with the ability to motivate others and a customer-focused service attitude.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve complex production issues.
• Ability to facilitate interactive design and functional specification sessions.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to meet objectives and effectively multi-task.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel) or related software.
  

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• A minimum of two years hands-on systems experience in AVEVA PI System with working knowledge in one or more of the AVEVA PI System functional modules. Related experience or a combination of experience and equivalent education will be considered.
• Experience with at least two, full life cycle implementations of AVEVA PI System modules and experience in the development of lifecycle methodologies. Experience in a dynamic support environment is highly .
• Prior industry experience working in a raw manufacturing and refining .
• Knowledge of systems and/or business analysis design concepts. Demonstrated proficiency in the applied use of systems and process analysis tools (e.g. Root Cause, Value, Gap, etc.).
• Any relevant AVEVA certifications, such as CSI AVEVA PI Installation, are ideal.
• Cisco or networking related certifications are a bonus.
• Experience with virtualization and containerization (e.g., VMware, Virtual Box).
• Must have the means to apply for a Transportation Security Administration card (TWIC) within the first 30 days of employment.
• Must be fluent in English, both verbal and written.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, , Life and AD&D insurance.
• 401k contribution of 3% of your base salary, regardless of if your contribution (immediately vested).
• Paid time off, paid holidays, floating holiday, paid birthday and paid parental leave.
• Monthly, flexible work reimbursement for costs associated with mobile and/or internet costs.
• One-time stipend for the costs associated with establishing a home office.

Environmental Requirements:

• Work performed onsite at customer locations is in an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Familiar and comfortable with field work that is onsite at customer locations.
• Comply with applicable PPE and manufacturing safety protocol required when on-site with customer.
• During times when remote work is approved, it must be performed in a private, home office setting, free from safety hazards and distractions. Home internet speeds of a minimum of 25MB down/3MB up. 50MB down/5MB up .
  

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to travel approximately 5%, including day trips and overnight stays for several days.
• Occasional travel to 35 miles to plant site in Sabine Pass, TX.
• Must possess a valid drivers license, reliable transportation, valid liability insurance and a clean driving record.
• Ability to work as needed after-hours, during weekends and holidays.
• Be able to walk and stand frequently.
• Be able to ascend or descend ladders, stairs or other structures.
• Maybe be exposed hot and cold outdoor climate as work demands.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Answer and return phone calls.