AVEVA PI Systems Analyst ( Remote
Gastonia, Gaston County, North Carolina, 28052, USA
Listed on 2026-09-12
-
IT/Tech
Systems Administrator
Job Summary
We are seeking a PI Systems Analyst with 2+ years of hands‑on experience in AVEVA (OSI) PI System administration including PI AF SDK .NET Framework/Core and MSSQL. This role supports and extends our real‑time operational data infrastructure working across PI Tags Asset Framework (AF) and end‑user visualization tools to ensure reliable well‑modeled plant data for business and engineering users.
Responsibilities1. Create and edit PI Tags to support new and existing data sources
2. Build AF Elements using existing Templates and design new AF Templates leveraging substitution parameters for scalable asset modeling
3. Develop AF Analyses and configure Notifications to support automated monitoring and alerting
4. Troubleshoot data flow issues end‑to‑end - from source Interfaces through to consuming applications such as PI Data Link and PI Vision
5. Follow documented operational procedures and identify/author revisions to improve accuracy and efficiency
6. Communicate clearly and professionally with end users translating technical issues into actionable updates
7. Document troubleshooting steps and configuration changes with sufficient detail for team continuity
8. Apply a working understanding of firewalls network ports and basic network testing tools to support data connectivity troubleshooting
Requirement1. 2+ years of experience with AVEVA PI System (AF SDK PI Tags AF Templates/Analyses/Notifications)
2. Working knowledge of .NET Framework/Core and MSSQL
3. Familiarity with PI Data Link PI Vision and PI Interfaces
4. Basic networking knowledge (firewalls ports network diagnostic tools)
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface directly with end users
6. Demonstrated ability to work independently and follow/improve documented procedures
This position is open only to visa‑independent candidates and will not support visa sponsorship now or in the future.
The annual salary for this position is between $70,000 - $105,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.
Benefits- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long‑term/Short‑term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer:
The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable la
Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.
If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we'd love to hear from you!
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).