3D Piping designEngineer

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The 3D Piping Design Engineer is responsible for developing, reviewing, and coordinating 3D piping layouts and detailed engineering deliverables for thermal, combined-cycle, nuclear, biomass, or other power generation facilities. The role involves creating accurate plant models, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and coordinating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Engineering & Design

  • Develop 3D piping models using software such as:
    • AVEVA E3D
    • AVEVA PDMS
    • SmartPlant 3D
    • AutoCAD Plant 3D
    • Bentley OpenPlant
  • Prepare piping layouts, routing studies, and equipment arrangements.
  • Generate piping isometrics, general arrangement drawings, and fabrication drawings.
  • Develop piping support layouts and coordinate support requirements with structural teams.
  • Perform clash detection and resolve inter-discipline conflicts.

Coordination

  • Interface with process, mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.
  • Participate in model reviews and design review meetings.
  • Coordinate vendor package integration into the plant 3D model.

Technical Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, including:
    • ASME B31.1 / B31.3
    • ANSI
    • API standards where applicable
    • Client specifications and project procedures
  • Ensure maintainability, accessibility, operability, and safety requirements are met.

Deliverables

  • 3D model development and maintenance.
  • Plot plans and equipment layouts.
  • Piping GA drawings.
  • Isometric drawings.
  • Pipe support drawings.
  • MTO (Material Take-Off) reports.
  • Clash reports and model review reports.

Qualifications

  • Strong knowledge of piping layout and design principles.
  • Knowledge of steam-water cycle systems, cooling water systems, fuel systems, and utility piping.
  • Familiarity with piping materials and specifications.
  • Ability to read PFDs, P&IDs, and equipment datasheets.
  • Experience with 3D model review and clash resolution.



Requirements

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering