Plant 3D CAD Administrator

ZipRecruiter; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks a Plant 3D CAD Administrator in Warrington for a hybrid role. You'll support high-impact EPC projects in Oil & Gas, Nuclear, and more. Responsibilities include configuring AutoCAD, managing CAD workflows, and providing technical support. Enjoy benefits like a car allowance and private medical cover.

Benefits

Car Allowance

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Dental Plan Cover

5% Employer Pension Contribution

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CAD administration with AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Background in EPC projects within Oil & Gas, Nuclear, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and piping engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Configure and customize AutoCAD Plant 3D setups for company standards.
• Create and maintain piping specifications and catalogues.
• Support design teams and administer CAD/PDM systems.

Skills

CAD administration

Knowledge of piping specifications

Mechanical engineering principles

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Autodesk Vault

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Plant 3D CAD Administrator

Location: Warrington (Hybrid)

Job Type: Permanent

Industry: Engineering – EPC Projects (Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Energy, Utilities, Chemicals, Food)

About the Role

Our client, a leading engineering firm, is seeking a Plant 3D CAD Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis in Warrington. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact EPC projects across different industry in Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Energy, Utilities, Chemicals, and Food.

As a CAD Systems Administrator, you will play a pivotal role in configuring and maintaining AutoCAD Plant 3D environments, supporting design teams, and ensuring optimal performance of CAD and PDM - Product Data Management systems.

Key Responsibilities

As a Plant CAD Administrator, you will configure and customize AutoCAD Plant 3D setups to meet company and client standards. Create and maintain piping specifications, catalogues, and custom report files.

You will provide technical support to designers and engineers on CAD applications and administer CAD and PDM systems, including user access and data management.

Support continuous improvement of CAD workflows and processes. Mentor users in the effective use of 3D CAD tools. Manage templates, reports, and system preferences.

Your Profile

• Proven experience in CAD administration with AutoCAD Plant 3D.
• Background in EPC projects within Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Energy, Utilities, Chemicals, or Food sectors.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and piping engineering principles.
• Familiarity with other disciplines such as Instrumentation, Civil/Structural, and Process.
• Knowledge of piping specifications and CAD data management practices.
• Desirable: Experience with Autodesk Vault, laser scanning, and pipe support catalogue development.
• Qualifications: HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering and Plant 3D certifications ().

What’s in it for you?

In return for your dedication and hard work, you will enjoy benefits such as Car Allowance, 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, Dental Plan Cover, 5% Employer Pension Contribution, Death in Service Cover, Private Medical Insurance, Cycle to work scheme, Access to benefit portal, and Access to Employee Assistance Programme.

If you feel you have the experience and qualifications to succeed in this role, then please apply using the link.