Plant 3D CAD Administrator

Your new company
Our client is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, delivering integrated solutions across a wide range of sectors including chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, power & energy, and more.
Your new role
As a CAD Administrator, you will play a key role in supporting engineering teams by configuring and maintaining AutoCAD Plant 3D environments to meet both company and client standards. You will be responsible for managing piping specifications, catalogues, and report customisations, while also providing hands-on administrative support for CAD and PDM systems.
Key responsibilities include:

• Modifying and configuring AutoCAD Plant 3D setups in line with project requirements
• Creating and maintaining piping specifications and catalogues
• Customising report files for Plant 3D projects
• Providing technical support to designers and engineers on CAD applications
• Administering CAD and PDM systems, including user access and performance optimisation
• Liaising with third-party vendors and internal IT teams to resolve system issues
• Supporting continuous improvement of CAD workflows and standards
• Mentoring users in the effective use of 3D CAD tools

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in a CAD administration role using AutoCAD Plant 3D
• Background in design or EPC projects within Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Energy, or related sectors
• Strong understanding of mechanical and piping engineering principles
• Familiarity with CAD data management and Autodesk Vault (desirable)
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Plant 3D pipe support catalogue development (desirable)
• HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering and relevant Plant 3D certifications (desirable)
• Knowledge of laser scanning and post-processing (desirable)

What you'll get in return

• Opportunity to work with a leading engineering services provider
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Career development and training opportunities
• A collaborative and safety-focused working environment

What you need to do now
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