Digital Systems Engineer - 3D CAD

Chevron Corp.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Chevron Corp. ENGINE Center seeks a Digital Systems Engineer to create and maintain 3D models for petrochemical facilities and digital twin deployments. You will oversee AVEVA E3D setup, data integration, and catalogues, ensuring high-quality deliverables for design, visualization, and analysis.

Experience with plant layout, piping design, and PDMS/Navisworks is preferred, with strong ability to manage databases, UDAs, and reports. Work in a global environment with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/chemical engineering (B.E./B.Tech.) from AICTE-recognized university.
• Hands-on experience with laser scanning, point cloud data management, photogrammetry, data integration, data analysis software, cloud platforms, and digital twins.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain detailed 3D models of facilities, equipment and systems for digital twin deployments.
• Audit the quality of 3D models delivered by third-party providers.
• Guide clients and stakeholders in specifying expectations for outsourced 3D modelling and include them in contracts/specifications.
• Develop macros in Programmable Macro Language (PML) to automate tasks and extract files.
• Set up clash management and run clash reports.
• Generate custom reports from 3D models per project requirements.
• Integrate data from multiple sources to create intelligent asset visualizations for digital twins.
• Diagnose and rectify model deviations to meet metadata and standard requirements.

Skills

3D CAD Administration

Piping design

Plant layout

Laser scanning

Data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Chemical Engineering

Tools

AVEVA E3D

PDMS

Navisworks

3D modeling software

Job description

About the position

The Digital Systems Engineer is part of the Engineering Services Team within the Chevron ENGINE Center and will be responsible for creating and maintaining detailed 3D models of facilities, equipment, and systems. This role involves using advanced CAD software to develop accurate and efficient models that support engineering design, visualization, and analysis. They will be responsible for delivery of 3D scans and models of petrochemical facilities for Digital Twin deployments across various assets. Collaborate with consultants, engineers, and project managers to ensure the quality and timely completion of projects. Oversee AVEVA E3D setup and administration, database management, clash manager configuration, report customization, MDS customization (support modeling), creation and management of user-defined attributes (UDAs), spooler setup, and catalogue and specification building in a global environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Use advanced techniques and tools to capture the accurate geometry and dimensions of the assets and create realistic 3D models that can be used for design, analysis, and simulation purposes.
• Audit the quality of 3D models being delivered by 3rd party providers for correctness and adherence to company standards.
• Guide clients and stakeholders in specifying expectations to third parties for large-scale, outsourced 3D modelling efforts. Clearly outline and communicate these expectations for inclusion in contract documents and/or specifications.
• Support / Guide the design team for any issues (all disciplines)
  Create macros in Programmable Macro Language (PML) to automate simple tasks like adding or updating UDAs, extraction of Navisworks/Review files, etc.
  Configure project-specific customizations using PML/PML II
• Set up the clash management and run clash reports.
• Generate custom reports from the 3D model as per project requirements.
• Integrate data from various sources and create intelligent asset visualizations for digital twins.
  Programmatically upload attributes into 3D modelling software and extract data from 3D modelling software and compare them with other data sources.
• Diagnose issues and deviations from standards in existing 3D models of oil and gas facilities using AVEVA E3D software. Use advanced techniques and tools to rectify issues and update models to contain complete and accurate metadata attributes.
• Configure (including troubleshooting) and extract key deliverables like Material Take Off (MTO), piping isometrics, equipment lists, line lists, weight reports, etc.
• Preparation of 3D modelling guidelines and specifications, including lessons learned across assets
• Database creation and administration (including exporting, importing, clean-up, and merging databases)
• Loading and building catalogues and specifications
• Setting up users and databases, especially for collaboration between multiple companies (Chevron and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) /contractors)
  Create new catalogues for the projects as per vendor data for piping, equipment, structural, and electrical & instrumentation.
• Manage E3D/PDMS Global and E3D/PDMS Extract Databases. Coordinate with Systems lead in setting up global projects.
• Create local backups of running projects as necessary.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering discipline (mechanical, chemical, etc.) (B.E./B.Tech.) from a deemed/recognized (AICTE) university
• Hands-on experience in relevant tools for laser scanning, point cloud data management, photogrammetry, data integration, data analysis software, cloud platforms, and digital twins.
• You should also have knowledge of the latest technologies and innovations in these fields.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience as a 3D CAD Administrator and Designer, with extensive knowledge of plant layout, piping design, and piping materials.
• Additionally, knowledge of instrumentation, mechanical systems, HVAC, electrical components, and civil/structural elements of plant operations is required.

What we can offer you

Everything we do at Chevron is guided by our values and our commitment to The Chevron Way.

Have the opportunity to take part in world-leading energy projects, advance your professional development and expand your career within an inclusive and collaborative workplace.

• Join a workplace where innovation, collaboration and safety are at the core of how we work.
• Work in thoughtfully designed environments that support focus, well-being, and innovation enhanced by digital tools that enable seamless collaboration.
• Grow through structured learning, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects that align with Chevron’s values and business priorities.
• Access comprehensive benefits that support your health, well-being, and work-life balance.
• Engage with emerging technologies and digital solutions that are shaping the future of energy and enterprise.

Chevron ENGINE supports global operations, and work hours are aligned to business needs. Standard working hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 1:30 PM to 10:30 PM, Monday to Friday. These may evolve based on operational or business requirements.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

ENGINE refers to the Chevron Engineering and Innovation Excellence Center, which operates under Chevron Global Technology and Services Private Limited, an affiliate of Chevron Corporation. References to ENGINE in this document are for convenience only and do not denote a separate legal entity.

This job advertisement is intended to provide a general overview of the role and workplace environment. Role details and outcomes may vary based on business needs and individual performance.