Engineering Software Specialist (Hexagon SPF)
A leading global engineering consultancy is seeking an Engineering Software Specialists with expertise in Hexagon’s SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) and SDx platforms to join their Kuala Lumpur team.
You will play a key role in administering and optimising Hexagon SPF and SDx platforms supporting global engineering initiatives across APAC, North America, and South America.
What you'll do:
As an Engineering Software Specialist – Hexagon SPF and SDx based in Kuala Lumpur, you will play a vital part in ensuring that project teams have dependable access to structured information through expertly managed data platforms. Your day-to-day activities will involve :
- Managing the configuration and ongoing administration of SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) and SDx environments, including user access, metadata structures, document classes, templates, and workflow processes.
- Maintaining synchronisation between engineering systems and the central information hub to ensure reliable data availability for project teams.
- Overseeing the integration of SPF and SDx with design tools such as S3D, SPID, SI, SEL as well as enterprise systems like SMAT and EcoSys.
- Supporting document workflow processes based on SPF architecture while facilitating accurate metadata ingestion into SDx for comprehensive information management.
- Developing customised dashboards, reports, and metadata queries that enable effective document control monitoring and compliance reporting across multiple projects.
- Collaborating closely with business teams to define requirements for KPI-based monitoring solutions and automate reporting processes where possible.
- Delivering training sessions for Document Control and Engineering teams on workflow best practices, metadata management techniques, and system navigation protocols.
- Acting as the first point of contact for user requests related to SPF/SDx enhancements or troubleshooting needs, providing timely support and guidance.
- Driving automation initiatives aimed at optimising document management workflows while participating in system upgrades and user acceptance testing for new features or process improvements.
- Enforcing governance over document standards and metadata integrity across all supported projects to ensure regulatory compliance during audits.
What you bring:
To excel as an Engineering Software Specialist – Hexagon SmartPlant Foundation and SDx you will bring a blend of technical proficiency in platform administration alongside practical experience gained from supporting complex engineering or project execution environments. Your background should include :
- Essential: Diploma in IT, Document Management or Engineering-related field demonstrating foundational knowledge relevant to this specialist role.
- Highly desirable: Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Data Management or Engineering offering advanced understanding of technical concepts.
- Formal training or proven experience with Hexagon SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) & SDx platforms is required for effective system administration.
- Three to five years’ experience managing SPF/SDx environments including configuration tasks such as user setup, metadata structuring, template creation, and workflow customisation.
- Demonstrated knowledge of document lifecycle workflows along with strong familiarity with metadata structures and principles of information governance within engineering contexts.
- Experience integrating SmartPlant tools (S3D, SPID etc.) with enterprise systems like SMAT or EcoSys is highly advantageous for supporting seamless data flows.
- Proven ability to develop dashboards/reports using platform-specific tools that facilitate compliance monitoring and decision-making based on key performance indicators.
- Excellent communication skills in English are essential; additional fluency in Spanish or Portuguese would be beneficial when supporting LATAM operations.
- Willingness to provide cross-region support spanning APAC, North America, South America time zones as needed by project demands.
- Strong interpersonal skills including empathy towards end users’ needs combined with a collaborative approach when working within multicultural teams.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation stands out as a trusted partner on some of the world’s most ambitious engineering projects thanks to its unwavering dedication to safety, sustainability, people development, performance excellence, and client satisfaction. Employees benefit from a culture that actively encourages knowledge sharing across borders while nurturing personal growth through ongoing learning opportunities.
What's next:
If you are ready to take your expertise in engineering software administration to the next level within a supportive global team environment—this is your opportunity!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided; don’t miss your chance to join a forward-thinking organisation shaping the future of engineering information management.
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About the job

Contract Type: Temp
Specialism: Engineering & Manufacturing
Focus: Industrial Design
Industry: Mining
Salary: Negotiable with attractive benefits
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Mid Management
Language: English - Professional working
Second Language: Spanish - Professional working
Third Language: Portuguese - Professional working
Location: Kuala Lumpur
TEMPORARYJob Reference: 19SR2D-1F80136E
Date posted: 9 July 2025
Consultant: Carmen Woo
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