3D Modeller (Contract)

Job Description:

The 3D Modeller is responsible for supporting the bidding team during the pre-order stage and operations team during the project execution stage. The 3D Modeller will be working with a team of engineers to produce 3D layouts, general arrangement drawings and bill of materials which are technically accurate, in line with client specifications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Set up 3D layout for process equipment, interconnecting piping and structure in 3D modelling software.


• Conceptualise and execute equipment arrangement for efficient piping design and optimum plot space utilisation.


• Develop 2D / 3D layout drawings, P&IDs, PFDs and extract bill of materials for pre - and post-order activities.


• Liase with engineers during the development of the drawings and P&IDs


• Execute structural & piping design from initial concept for final isometric drawing production.


• Develop standard / parametric 3D models for equipment/ skids / process modules.


• Interface with pipe stress engineers to resolve any pipe routing issues.


• Develop company standards for plant layout / piping design.


• Review client specifications and help identify the most appropriate plant layout in compliance to HFE, piping design requirements, structural requirements.


• Extract structural & piping bill of materials from the 3D model.


• Support and perform piping estimates.


• Perform other special tasks as assigned.

Skills and Experience:

• Tertiary education in mechanical engineering / piping engineering / chemical engineering or related discipline


• 5 to 7 years of experience as 3D Modeller in equipment arrangement, piping layout & modular package modelling for the power / Oil & gas industry


• Prior experience with 3D modelling and piping design for process plant/ skid mounted units is a


• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D packages to develop overall plant GA, PFD and P&ID


• Proficiency in 3D design package (Autocad Inventor, Autodesk Plant 3D) to quickly develop 3D equipment and piping layouts based on PFDs/ P&IDs and specifications provided by process engineers and the Client.


• Knowledge in piping design codes (B31.3 / B31.1) preferred.


• Experience from project start to final completion is essential, site piping erection experience is beneficial.


• Must be able to work cross functionally with team members at all levels across multiple departments involved in different projects.


• A proactive and positive attitude focused on the development of the Company’s business and the support of fellow staff throughout pre-award and execution, working cooperatively and constructively within a culturally diverse team environment


• Strong written and spoken communication skills.


• Proficiency in Microsoft office programs such as excel, PowerPoint and word.