SmartPlant Foundation Developer/Administrator

Excellent Opportunity with MNC @ Al Jubail - Saudi Arabia

We are seeking a Senior SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) Developer/Admin to manage, configure, and customize SPF solutions for engineering data management in a complex oil and gas environment. The role requires expertise in developing workflows, managing the SPF data model, performing system administration tasks, and ensuring seamless integration with other Hexagon tools (e.g., Smart 3D, P&ID) and enterprise systems.

The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

SPF Administration:

- 1. Install, configure, and maintain SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) environments, including patches and upgrades.

- 2. Manage user roles, access permissions, and security configurations using Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).

- 3. Perform SPF system health checks, troubleshoot issues, and resolve errors to ensure system stability and performance.

- 4. Manage backups, disaster recovery processes, and ensure high availability of the SPF system.

SPF Development and Customization:

- 1. Develop and customize SPF data models, workflows, and object definitions based on business requirements.

- 2. Configure and optimize SPF reports and dashboards for effective engineering data visualization.

- 3. Develop and deploy custom automation scripts or tools to streamline engineering data management.

- 4. Enhance system functionality by building templates, methods, and interfaces using SPF tools.

- 5. Integrate SPF with other tools, including Smart 3D, SmartPlant P&ID, SAP, and third-party systems.

Workflow Development:

- 1. Design and implement complex SPF workflows to automate processes such as document approvals, change management processes, and revision and lifecycle control.

- 2. Troubleshoot and optimize existing workflows to improve process efficiency.

Data Management and Integrity:

- 1. Oversee data migration and ensure smooth transfer of legacy data into SPF.

- 2. Ensure data integrity by enforcing business rules, validation checks, and quality control processes.

- 3. Manage and resolve issues related to SPF data inconsistencies and conflicts.

Collaboration and Communication:

- 1. Collaborate with engineering, IT, and project management teams to gather requirements and deliver SPF solutions.

- 2. Provide end-user support, including training sessions and creating user manuals.

- 3. Liaise with Hexagon support teams for issue resolution and product enhancements.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Technical Skills:

- 1. Expertise in SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) administration, customization, and configuration.

- 2. Strong understanding of the SPF data model, objects, relationships, methods, and business rules.

- 3. Proficiency in developing and managing workflows within SPF.

- 4. Hands-on experience with integration of SPF with Hexagon tools (Smart 3D, SmartPlant P&ID, SmartPlant Instrumentation) and other enterprise systems.

- 5. Knowledge of database management (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server) and experience writing complex SQL queries.

- 6. Experience with custom report development using tools like Crystal Reports or equivalent.

- 7. Familiarity with scripting languages such as VBScript, PowerShell, or .NET for automation.

Industry Knowledge:

- 1. Strong understanding of oil and gas industry standards and engineering data management.

- 2. Knowledge of engineering workflows related to asset lifecycle management, document control, and change management.

Soft Skills:

- 1. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

- 2. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact with cross-functional teams and end users.

- 3. Ability to prioritize and manage tasks in a fast-paced environment.

- 4. Strong documentation and presentation skills.

Qualifications:

- 1. Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology (or equivalent).

- 2. Certifications in SmartPlant Foundation or other Hexagon PPM tools are a plus.

- 3. 510 years of experience in SmartPlant Foundation development, administration, and support.

Skills

SmartPlant Foundation, Workflows, SmartPlant 3D, System Administration