Modeller Tekla (Contract)

The Tekla Modeller shall prepare 3D model layout, from equipment, bought out items and piping etc based on input from design engineer. Tekla Modeller should have knowledge on modular structure modelling and should be expert in custom connection applications, connection detailing. Tekla Modeler should have experience in client’s drawings, geometry of structure, model management, revision control and other trades. Tekla Modeller should have knowledge of structural tolerance and other basic structural requirements. Tekla Modeller shall prepare 2D drawings erection, assembly & part drawings as per Jord International procedures and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Should have experience in structural steel industry as main 3D Tekla modeller.


• Must be able to handle projects independently and guide Tekla colleague.


• He should be knowledgeable in Model management and revision control in Tekla.


• He should be knowledgeable in connection details, modular structural design, lifting lugs requirement, structural welding code requirement & all types of bolt connection requirement.


• He should have knowledge hands on experience in working with secondary steel detailing like cable tray support, pipe support etc.


• He should be knowledgeable in Tekla modelling for fabricated beams, columns, duct, and using plates.


• He should have basic knowledge of civil concrete work, pedestals, anchor bolts etc.


• He should be knowledgeable on Tekla reports like assembly, list, structure BOM, clash check, bolt location list, bolt list, etc.


• He should be able to develop project layout, erection, assembly & part detail drawing using Tekla software.


• Shall be responsible for the dimensional accuracy of the drawings / documents used for manufacturing


• Ensure “check punch list” is used while preparing and self-checking the drawings


• Drawing shall be prepared and self-checked with respect to assembly of each component.


• Edit and self-check drawing based on comments from customers/fabrication/checkers/design /discipline engineers


• Prepare and self- check BOM and its weight in the drawing as well as procurement BOM


• Discuss with checkers/design engineers and resolve design changes and implement in drawings for optimisation.


• Wherever required draw freehand sketches of designs for initial understanding or input to product detailing.


• New ideas and system changes shall be discussed among all draughtsman and checking groups.


• Work and produce output within agreed planned dates and within budgeted hours.


• Ensuring that drawing/documents are backed up or stored after completion in Job hub.


• Seeks assistance of engineering manager/design engineers in resolving complex or ambiguous issues


• Assist sales and other departments in providing drawings, sketches for operational, presentation, tender, proposal requirements and performing special tasks as assigned.


• Adhere to all Jord company policies and IMS requirements

Skills and Experience:

• Basic qualifications in Diploma in Civil / Mechanical Engineering


• At least 3 years of experience as Tekla Modeller.


• Should be expert in basic settings of Tekla, like grid, environment, units etc. and converse with installation and maintenance requirements.


• Operating skills in AutoCAD / Navisworks, etc


• Exposure to skid mounted units, steel structure fabrication and piping etc


• Working knowledge in drafting steel fabrication drawings using Tekla


• Has done several projects from beginning to end and must be able to work cross functionally with team members at all levels across multiple departments involved in different projects


• He must be self-motivated.