PI Aveva Project Support

nxzen; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in England is seeking an AVEVA PI Engineer to implement and maintain AVEVA PI systems for real-time data management. The successful candidate will collaborate with IT and engineering teams to ensure integration and performance of the PI infrastructure. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science, hands-on experience with AVEVA PI System, and strong problem-solving skills. Flexible working arrangements are offered, allowing home work up to two days a week.

Benefits

Flexible working model

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Hands-on experience with AVEVA PI System.
• Strong knowledge of PI Data Archive, PI AF, PI Vision, and PI Interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain AVEVA PI Server and related components.
• Develop and manage PI tags, interfaces, and data flows.
• Implement PI Asset Framework (AF) and Event Frames.

Skills

AVEVA PI System

Problem-solving

Communication

Scripting (PowerShell, Python)

Industrial protocols (OPC, Modbus, MQTT)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

PI Data Archive

PI AF

PI Vision

PI Interfaces

Job description

The role

The AVEVA PI Engineer will be responsible for implementing, configuring, and maintaining AVEVA PI systems to support real-time data collection, storage, and visualization for industrial operations. This role involves working closely with operations, IT, and engineering teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of PI infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain AVEVA PI Server and related components.
• Develop and manage PI tags, interfaces, and data flows from various sources (DCS, PLC, SCADA).
• Implement PI Asset Framework (AF) and Event Frames for structured data modeling.
• Create and maintain PI Vision dashboards and reports for operational insights.
• Troubleshoot PI system issues and ensure high availability and data integrity.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver PI-based solutions.
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and data governance standards.

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• Hands‑on experience with AVEVA PI System (formerly OSIsoft PI).
• Strong knowledge of PI Data Archive, PI AF, PI Vision, and PI Interfaces.
• Familiarity with industrial protocols (OPC, Modbus, MQTT).
• Basic scripting skills (PowerShell, Python) for automation.
• Excellent problem‑solving and communication skills.

Nxzen is a diverse organisation and understands everyone has different needs and many of our employees enjoy flexible working enabling them to deliver results whilst having a good work life balance. Our hybrid working model allows for flexibility in working from home for up to two days per week, once you have settled in to your role, with three days per week working with the team in our bright open plan offices in Solihull.