Senior System Engineer

Morson Talent (Canada & USA); Ontario; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and recruitment agency is seeking a PI Historian System Specialist for a remote contract position. Ideal candidates will have a technical degree and 3-5 years of experience with the PI System, as well as strong skills in analytics and communication. Responsibilities include supporting site infrastructure and data management within industrial environments. Comprehensive training for staff will be part of this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience with the PI System (AF, PI Vision, PI Interfaces)
• Experience working in an industrial environment (e.g., power generation, oil & gas)
• OSISOFT or AVEVA PI System certification(s) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Support site infrastructure setup across control centers
• Verify historical data loads into the new PI Historian
• Finalize and deliver training plans for users

Skills

Strong analytical and problem solving abilities

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient in PowerShell, Python, .NET / C#

Experience with relational databases (SQL Server)

Education

Technical degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems

Tools

AVEVA PI System

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Technical Recruiter @ Morson Group | Human Resources Management

Position : PI Historian System Specialist

Resume Due Date : Friday, July 25, 2025 (5 : 00PM EST) Number of Vacancies : 1

Level : MP4

Duration : 12 Months

Hours of work : 35

Location : 100% Remote

Job Overview

Deployment & Infrastructure Configuration

• Support site infrastructure setup across control centers. This includes :
• Supporting middleware installation and configuration to enable data transfer to the historian.
• Coordinating with local SPOCs to ensure communication pathways are established.
• Overseeing Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) with technical SPOCs at sites that have completed implementation

Data Management & System Integration Assignments include :

Verifying historical data loads into the new Pl Historian.

Establishing and documenting baseline tag and asset hierarchies.

Supporting integration with upstream data sources and ensuring PROD Pl data connections are tested and signed off by LOBs

Governance & Documentation The specialist is responsible for :

Completing governance deliverables such as the Solution Design Description (SDD) and Project Management Plan (PMP).

Supporting workflow submissions and ensuring alignment with OPG governance standards

Training & Enablement

A key assignment is finalizing and delivering training plans for both admin and general end users. This includes :

Developing training content aligned with the new Pl system capabilities.

Supporting governance and user enablement through structured rollout plans

Roadmap Execution & Strategic Alignment

The Pl Historian specialist contributes to broader strategic initiatives, including :

Executing the Pl Roadmap phases : from foundational data cleanup to enterprise-wide integration and advanced analytics.

Supporting integration with other platforms.

Data Modeling and Visualization

Build and manage Asset Framework structures, templates, and dashboards for end-users

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Technical degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.

3-5 years of hands on experience with the Pl System (AF, Pl Vision, Pl Interfaces, Pl Integrators).

Experience working in an industrial environment (power generation, oil & gas, mining, manufacturing, or utilities) is an asset.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of OSlsofUAVEVA Pl System architecture, including AF, Pl Vision, Pl Interfaces, and Pl Connectors. Proficiency in Pl System Administration, data modeling, and system optimization.

Ability to develop custom dashboards and analytics using Pl Vision and Pl AF.

Skilled in scripting and programming (PowerShell, Python, .NET / C#) for automation and integration. Experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server) and REST APls.

Understanding of SCADA / DCS environments and OPC protocols.

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with an attention to detail.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - able to train staff and create user friendly guides. Self motivated, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities.

Collaborative mindset with a focus on working across engineering, operations, and IT teams.

Additional Assets

OSlsoft or AVEVA Pl System certification(s).

Experience in digital transformation, data analytics, or Operational Intelligence. Understanding of operational technology (OT) environments and cybersecurity best practices.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Utilities and Services for Renewable Energy

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