OSI PI / AVEVA PI System Engineer

Role & responsibilities

Job Title:

Department: Digital / Automation / Industrial IT

Location: Bangalore/Pune

Reports To: Lead Digital Engineer / IT OT Integration Manager

Job Purpose:

OSIsoft

Preferred candidate profile

Bachelors degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, or related engineering discipline.

Experience:

OSIsoft

Preferred Certifications:

OSIsoft PI System Infrastructure or Developer Certification.

AVEVA Certified Professional PI System.

Technical Skills:

Expertise in:

PI Data Archive, PI AF, PI Vision, PI Interfaces/Connectors, and PI SDK/PI

industrial protocols (OPC DA/UA, Modbus, MQTT, etc.)

Windows Server, SQL Server, networking, and

PowerShell,

AVEVA Insight / AVEVA Data Hub /

Soft Skills:

Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset.

Excellent communication and documentation skills.

Ability to work cross-functionally with IT, OT, and process engineering teams.

Detail-oriented and proactive in system monitoring and improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

System Administration

Install, configure, and maintain AVEVA PI System components (PI Server, PI Data Archive, PI AF, PI Vision, PI Interfaces, and PI Connectors).

Manage PI Points, Asset Framework (AF) templates, and hierarchies.

Maintain system health, backup, and security configuration.

Integration & Connectivity

Develop and manage data interfaces with DCS, PLCs, SCADA, OPC, Modbus, and third-party systems.

Integrate PI data with AVEVA Insight, AVEVA Data Hub, and other enterprise systems (ERP, MES).

Troubleshoot communication and data flow issues between control systems and PI.

Data Analytics

PI Vision

Work with process and production engineers to define KPIs and implement performance monitoring.

Support predictive maintenance and energy optimization initiatives using PI data.

User Support & Training

Provide user training and support for PI Vision, AF Explorer, and related tools.

Develop user manuals and system documentation.

Respond to data queries and system access requests.

Governance & Security

Implement and enforce PI system security policies.

Coordinate with IT and cybersecurity teams for compliance with company standards.

Conduct regular audits and performance tuning.