SPIE Oil & Gas Services (part of the SPIE Group) provides a complete range of services to some of the world’s largest oil and gas companies through its network of offices in 25 countries across Africa, the Middle-East and Asia-Pacific.

Our turnover has more than doubled in the last few years thanks to the dedication of our 4,000 employees to whom we give training, recognition, and genuine opportunities for career development. In order to support this growth, SPIE Oil & Gas Services is always seeking talented individuals to join its teams.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: E3D Model Lead & PDMS Administrator

Reference ID: 2026-44889
Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers

Job Description

• We are currently looking for E3D Model Lead & PDMS Administrator – to join its work force in Nigeria.

Responsibilities
Suitable candidate shall be responsible for:

• Setup and administer an AVEVA 3D database for the Project Portfolio Management organization.
• Develop workflows to optimize the benefit of the new engineering design system and continually improve same with lessons learnt and industry best practices.
• 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 design requirements, codes, standards, and client specifications.
• Carry out model reviews and design checks to identify clashes, accessibility issues, constructability concerns, and other potential design problems before fabrication or construction.
• Perform clash detection and model validation, coordinating with other disciplines to resolve spatial conflicts and minimize rework.
• Develop piping layouts with appropriate consideration for routing, accessibility, operation, maintenance, stress requirements, supports, drainage, venting, and constructability.
• Maintain proper model hierarchy, naming conventions, tagging, attributes, and database integrity in accordance with 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.

Profile
Qualifiications / Experience Required:

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering Design or Drafting. A B.Eng. / B. Tech is an added advantage.
• Minimum 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.

What can we offer you?
Choosing SPIE gives you the opportunity to:

• Work for an international Group with operations on every continent.
• Experience a wide variety of professions within several activities:
  • Outdoor networks and street lighting
  • Information and communication systems
  • Nuclear
  • Maintenance
  • Oil and gas
  • HVAC engineering
  • Electrical engineering
  • Mechanical engineering.
• Working in energy and the environment, sectors of the future at the heart of sustainable development issues.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.