SPI Administrator & Engineer

KBR Inc.; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm in the United Arab Emirates seeks an SPI Administrator & Engineer to manage SmartPlant Instrumentation databases, ensuring data integrity and compliance during engineering phases. Ideal candidates will have 8-10 years of experience in Instrumentation & Control design and proficiency in SPI/AVEVA administration. The firm offers opportunities for professional development and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Commitment to safety and sustainability

Qualifications

• 8 - 10 years of experience in Instrumentation & Control design.
• Minimum 4 years hands-on SPI/AVEVA administration.
• SPI/AVEVA Admin Certification is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) and AVEVA databases.
• Provide support for instrumentation design deliverables.
• Interface with IT for server hosting and management.

Skills

Proficiency in SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI)

AVEVA Instrumentation administration

Oracle/SQL databases knowledge

Instrumentation design principles

Analytical and troubleshooting skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation or Electronics & Communication Engineering

Job description

SPI Administrator & Engineer

"Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR !"

The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals.

KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Company: KBR Corporate - Inhouse Engineering

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE - KBR Office

Job Purpose

• Responsible for administering and maintaining SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) and AVEVA Instrumentation databases, ensuring data integrity, customization, and integration with other engineering systems.
• Additionally, provide engineering support for instrumentation design deliverables, ensuring compliance with project standards and efficient execution during FEED and Detailed Engineering phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain SPI (SmartPlant Instrumentation) and AVEVA Instrumentation environments for multi-user projects.
• Interface with IT teams for server hosting, virtualization, and license management.
• Liaise with vendors and EPC teams for SPI/AVEVA customization and troubleshooting.
• Provide training and user support for engineering teams on SPI/AVEVA functionalities.
• Manage project databases, user access, roles, and security settings.
• Perform data migration, version upgrades, and patch deployments.
• Customize templates, reports, and deliverables (e.g., wiring diagrams, loop drawings, instrument index).
• Ensure integration with other SmartPlant tools (S3D, SPEL) and AVEVA applications.
• Implement backup and recovery strategies; monitor system performance and troubleshooting issues.
• Maintain instrument index, wiring details, loop diagrams, and I/O lists in SPI/AVEVA.
• Validate data consistency between SPI/AVEVA and other engineering systems (DCS/PLC vendor databases).
• Generate bulk data reports for procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Support tag numbering conventions, document coding, and revision control.
• Develop and review instrument datasheets, wiring schematics, and hook-up drawings.
• Coordinate with Instrumentation & Control engineers for design updates and database alignment.
• Assist in preparing MTOs, cable schedules, termination details, and as-built updates.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, ISA, and project-specific standards.

Experience

• Experience: 8 - 10 years of experience in Instrumentation & Control design with minimum 4 years’ hands on SPI/AVEVA administration in FEED and detailed engineering projects.
• ADNOC experience is an added advantage.
• Demonstrated track record delivering I&C design and integration on FEED/detailed engineering projects.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation or Electronics & Communication Engineering
• SPI/AVEVA Admin Certification is added advantage.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) and AVEVA Instrumentation administration.
• Knowledge of Oracle/SQL databases for SPI/AVEVA backend.
• Familiarity with instrumentation design principles (control valves, transmitters, analyzers, junction boxes).
• Understanding of I&C standards: IEC, ISA, ANSI, API.
• Experience with data migration and integration between engineering tools.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Effective communication and training capability.

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Engaging and collaborative work environment with a commitment to safety and sustainability.