3D Model Specialist / Administrator

Job Title: 3D Model Specialist / Administrator
Location: Lagos
Industry: Oil & Gas
Experience: Minimum 12 Years

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced 3D Model Specialist / Administrator with at least 12 years' experience in the Oil & Gas industry. The successful candidate will manage and maintain project 3D engineering models and design databases, ensuring model quality, data integrity, and compliance with project standards while supporting multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities
-Administer and maintain 3D engineering models and design databases.
-Manage 3D design software and ensure model quality and data integrity.
-Coordinate multidisciplinary model integration and resolve model-related issues.
-Support engineering teams with model management, revisions, and troubleshooting.
-Conduct model reviews, clash detection, and ensure compliance with project standards.
-Coordinate with Engineering, Design, and Construction teams throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements:
Education
-Bachelor's Degree or HND in Engineering or a related discipline.
Experience
-Minimum 12 years' experience in 3D model administration within the Oil & Gas industry.
-Experience supporting offshore and onshore projects through FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, or EPIC phases.
Technical Competencies
3D Model Administration
SmartPlant 3D (SP3D), AVEVA E3D, PDMS, or AutoCAD Plant 3D
Model Integration & Coordination
Design Database Management
Clash Detection
Data Integrity & Configuration Management
Engineering Document Control
Preferred Certifications
Relevant certification in SP3D, AVEVA E3D/PDMS, or equivalent 3D design software is an added advantage.

Work Location: In person

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