E3D Model Lead and PDMS Administrator

IOTA Group - Our client, an E & P Company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: E3D Model Lead & PDMS Administrator

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description
Activities:

• Setup and administer an AVEVA 3D database for the Project Portfolio Management organisation.
• Develop workflows to optimize the benefit of the new engineering design system and continually improve same with lessons learnt and industry best practises.
• Develop and maintain accurate 3D plant models using AVEVA E3D, based on approved engineering drawings, specifications, project standards, and design inputs.
• Create and modify equipment, piping, structural steel, supports, platforms, ladders, and other plant components within the E3D environment.
• Provide support and resources to all projects within the perimeter of PPM organizational structure
• Interpret engineering deliverables such as P&IDs, equipment layouts, piping specifications, line lists, plot plans,datasheets, and vendor information and translate them into an accurate 3D model.
• Ensure the 3D model reflects the latest approved engineering information and is aligned with project designrequirements, codes, standards, and client specifications.
• Carry out model reviews and design checks to identify clashes, accessibility issues, constructability concerns, andother potential design problems before fabrication or construction.
• Perform clash detection and model validation, coordinating with other disciplines to resolve spatial conflicts andminimize rework.
• Develop piping layouts with appropriate consideration for routing, accessibility, operation, maintenance, stressrequirements, supports, drainage, venting, and constructability.
• Maintain proper model hierarchy, naming conventions, tagging, attributes, and database integrity in accordancewith project and E3D standards.
• Produce and update isometric drawings, general arrangement drawings, orthographic views, and other model-generated deliverables as required.
• Verify equipment, piping, structural, and instrumentation components.
• Support model corrections, update workflows, record findings and provide clear technical review comments.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, and information management teams.
• Participate in quality assurance and model verification activities.

Accountabilities:

• Ensure adherence to all company requirements – SOR, technical specifications, and relevant company specifications and rules – throughout the project.
• The E3D Model Designer is responsible for developing and maintaining accurate 3D plant models using AVEVA E3D in line with project specifications, engineering standards, and design requirements.
• The role involves interpreting engineering documents such as P&IDs, equipment layouts, piping specifications, and vendor drawings to produce practical and constructible models.
• The designer works closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to coordinate layouts, identify and resolve clashes, incorporate design changes, and ensure the model accurately reflects the latest approved engineering information.
• The role also supports model reviews, drawing production, material take-offs, and quality checks while ensuring all deliverables meet project, safety, quality, and schedule requirements.

Qualifications
Experience required:

• Minimum of 5 years in AVEVA E3D/PDMS modelling and management.
• Proficiency in Navisworks.
• Expert Level Skills in AutoCAD.
• Expert level in point cloud processing and model validation workflows.
• Oil & Gas, Energy, Petrochemical, Infrastructure, or Industrial Facilities.
• Familiarity with various modules of AVEVA E3D – Draw, Iso-draft, paragon, Administration & Lexicon.
• Strong ability to model piping/structural/electric designs using AVEVA E3D .
• Ability to setup MDS – multidisciplinary support system.
• Ability to setup and manage projects and databases using appropriate AVEVA E3D modules.
• Production of design deliverable from AVEVA E3D – piping isometrics, plot plan/PGAD, MTO, portable viewing model on Navisworks and
• file import from other software and export from AVEVA to other format.
• Modelling from 3D laser scan to AVEVA.
• Expert Proficiency in 2D & 3D CAD with minimum 3years as key user of AVEVA PDMS/ E3D.
• Projectized work environment / culture.
• Experience in Oil and Gas EPC Projects.
• Knowledge of plant design, constructability, operability, maintainability, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Competent in 3D model review, clash detection, model validation, and design checking.
• Understanding of piping components, valves, fittings, supports, equipment, structural steel, and access requirements.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering and design teams.
• Good problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve technical and spatial design issues.
• Ability to work to tight project schedules while maintaining quality and design consistency.
• Experience working with laser scan point clouds and industrial E3D models.