SmartPlant 3D Administrator

Position Type: Onsite M-F

Location: Orlando, FL

Work Authorization: US Citzen, Green Card ONLY - No OPT or sponship

Role Overview

The SmartPlant 3D Administrator is responsible for the administration, configuration, and

ongoing support of Hexagon Smart 3D (S3D) engineering applications and databases used

across plant engineering and project execution activities. This role

ensures system availability, data integrity, standards compliance, and effective integration

of SmartPLANT tools with engineering workflows, while supporting multi-discipline design

efforts across the Americas and global project teams.

Key Responsibilities

- Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain Hexagon Smart 3D (S3D) software and

associated applications.

- Administer Smart 3D project environments, model databases, and reference data in

accordance with system architecture.

- Maintain consistency in naming conventions, project hierarchies, and rules within the

Project Management module.

-Set up and maintain site environments and catalog databases using Project

Management and database tools (Oracle/MS SQL).

- Provide Smart 3D support across all engineering disciplines including Piping,

Structural, Equipment, HVAC, and Cable Tray.

- Support integration workflows with SmartPLANT Foundation (SPF), Smart

Instrumentation (SPI), and Smart Electrical (SPEL) as applicable.

- Coordinate with IT and other administrators to resolve system integration and

interface issues.

- Serve as a technical point of contact for Smart 3D user support and issue resolution.

- Troubleshoot modeling issues, reference data errors, and system behavior within

defined scope.

-Collaborate with Hexagon support and internal IT teams on escalated issues.

- Administer user roles, group assignments, and project access in alignment with

security guidelines.

- Coordinate with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure access management aligns with

organizational requirements.

- Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to S3D software, databases,

and system integrations.

- Maintain issue logs and resolution documentation to identify recurring problems and

preventive actions.

- Support enforcement of S3D modeling standards and workflows.

- Conduct user onboarding, refresher training, and documentation walkthroughs.

- Maintain administrative guides and contribute to system maintenance plans.

- Mentor lower-level engineers and support knowledge transfer.

- Contribute to improvements in S3D workflows, tools, reference data, and processes.

- Assist with maintenance and customization of catalogs, symbols, piping

specifications, and rules.

- Ensure accuracy and integrity of reference data across disciplines including piping,

equipment, structural, HVAC, and electrical.

Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field

preferred.

- Minimum 10 years of experience with engineering design systems, including at least

5 years administering Smart 3D (S3D) in a project environment.

- Strong hands-on experience configuring, managing, and supporting Hexagon Smart

3D environments and databases.

- Experience managing reference data, project schemas, and 3D modeling workflows.

- Familiarity with integrations involving SmartPLANT Foundation, Smart P&ID, SPI,

SPEL, or similar tools.

-Ability to troubleshoot complex modeling, database, and system integration issues.

- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

- Effective communication and collaboration skills across multidisciplinary

engineering and IT teams.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and support project schedules.