Hexagon SPI / SPEL Administrator

GE Hitachi is a leading designer of nuclear power plants, specializing in the development of the BWRX-300 Small Modular Reactor (SMR) for global deployment through large-scale capital projects. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, fostering a collaborative team culture. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Hexagon Senior SPI / SPEL Administrator to join our dynamic team.

The Hexagon Senior SPI / SPEL Administrator will be responsible for managing and maintaining the SmartPlant Instrumentation (SPI) and SmartPlant Electrical (SPEL) systems, ensuring optimal performance and integration with other engineering tools. This role involves collaborating with various departments and customers to support instrumentation & electrical design and data management processes.

# Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

- Administer and maintain the Hexagon SPI / SPEL systems, including user access, system configuration, and troubleshooting.

- Lead the integration efforts for SPI / SPEL with other engineering design tools and systems by engaging engineering and customer stakeholders.

- Develop and implement SPI / SPEL workflows and procedures to enhance efficiency and data accuracy.

- Develop and deliver training to SPI / SPEL users.

- Perform regular system audits and updates to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices.

- Generate and analyze reports from SPI / SPEL to support project management and decision-making.

- Stay updated on latest SPI / SPEL features and advancements to continuously improve system utilization.

- Support the team with the initial project setup in accordance with internal, industry and client standards and ensuring these standards are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

- Ensuring information management protocols and standards are adhered to.

- Liaise with project stakeholders and partners in terms of their role within the BIM process.

- Creation and maintenance of federated models throughout the lifecycle of the project.

- Support technical staff to ensure that they are provided with the information, software, hardware, training, and technical support they require to ensure delivery of BIM data to project requirements.

- Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college

- OR a high school diploma / GED with at least 10 years of experience

- 8 years of experience with the full suite of Hexagon tools.

Eligibility Requirements

- The preferred work location for this role is at the GEH Headquarters in Wilmington, NC.

- This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

Desired Qualifications

- Experience in other Hexagon tool sets to include 3D, SPF, SDX, or P&ID

- Experience with setting up new environments and replicating designs

- Familiar with ISO 19650 suite of standards.

- Have a sound working knowledge of Common Data Environments.

- Strong oral and written communication skills.

- Demonstrated ability to analyze and resolve problems.

- Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs. Established project management skills.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. If applicable, final offers will be contingent on ability to obtain authorization for access to U.S. export-controlled information from the U.S. Government.

# Additional Information

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $98,400.00 and $164,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on April 27, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.