Senior 3D Model Application Engineer

Wood; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 380,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior 3D Design Systems Engineer to manage AVEVA PDMS/E3D, Hexagon SP3D, and Navisworks across multidisciplinary teams. You will ensure secure environments, model federation, and timely data exchanges with EPC contractors.

Role requires extensive experience in engineering design for oil & gas, strong coordination with vendors, and adherence to ADNOC standards. Travel involvement may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, IT, CS or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in engineering design and 3D applications in oil & gas.
• At least 5 years in PMC/EPC environments on major Middle East projects.

Responsibilities

• Configure, administer and maintain 3D design systems such as AVEVA E3D, PDMS, Hexagon Smart 3D, Navisworks.
• Ensure proper setup of project environments, databases, user access and permissions.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues and coordinate with software vendors for resolutions.
• Promote digital workflows aligned with ADNOC standards and project requirements.
• Manage and maintain the federated 3D model across all disciplines and contractors.
• Coordinate model exchanges and ensure timely updates from EPC contractors.
• Perform clash detection using Navisworks and report findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/IT/CS

Tools

AVEVA PDMS/E3D

Hexagon Smart 3D (SP3D)

Navisworks

Autodesk tools

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, administer and maintain 3D design systems such as AVEVA E3D, PDMS, Hexagon Smart 3D, Navisworks.
• Ensure proper setup of project environments, databases, user access and permissions.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues and coordinate with software vendors for resolutions.
• Support digital engineering and integration: integrate 3D tools with other engineering systems, enable interoperability between contractor systems and formats.
• Promote digital workflows aligned with ADNOC standards and project requirements.
• Manage and maintain the federated 3D model across all disciplines and contractors, ensuring consistency and compliance.
• Coordinate model exchanges and ensure timely updates from EPC contractors.
• Perform and manage clash detection using tools such as Navisworks.
• Facilitate model review sessions and workshops with stakeholders, track, report and ensure closure of clashes and design issues.
• Develop and enforce 3D modeling standards, procedures and best practices, ensuring compliance with ADNOC digital engineering and CAD standards.
• Provide training and technical support, develop user guides, and act as the focal point for 3D system queries.
• Support engineering construction and commissioning teams with 3D model usage, enable visualization, constructability reviews and simulation activities.
• Assist in generating 3D deliverables such as walkthroughs, renders and presentations.
• Ensure proper management of 3D data, including backups, version control and archiving, support digital handover to ADNOC.
• Track KPIs related to model quality, clash resolution and system performance, and provide regular reports to PMC management and ADNOC stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE and QA/QC requirements, support safe design practices via 3D modeling tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, IT, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in engineering design and 3D applications within oil & gas projects.
• At least 5 years in a similar role within PMC/EPC environments.
• Proven experience on ADNOC or major Middle East projects.
• Hands‑on experience managing large, multi‑discipline 3D models.
• Relevant certifications in 3D applications are an advantage.

Technical Competencies

• Proficiency in AVEVA PDMS / E3D, Hexagon Smart 3D (SP3D), Navisworks / Autodesk tools.
• Strong understanding of engineering workflows and multi‑discipline coordination.
• Experience with clash detection, model federation, and data exchange formats.
• Familiarity with Common Data Environments (CDE) and document management systems.
• Knowledge of ADNOC standards and digital engineering requirements.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination abilities.
• Ability to train and support multidisciplinary teams.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.

Preferred Certifications

• AVEVA / Hexagon certified user or administrator.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Relevant IT or digital engineering certifications.