Principal 3D Layout & Design Engineer

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Take your next career step at ABB with a global team that is energizing the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future. At ABB, we have the clear goal of driving diversity and inclusion across all dimensions: gender, LGBTQ+, abilities, ethnicity and generations. Together, we are embarking on a journey where each and every one of us, individually and collectively, welcomes and celebrates individual differences.

ABB Energy Industries is enabling safe, smart and sustainable projects and operations for businesses involving hybrid energy solutions for oil, gas, chemicals, life sciences, power generation and water sectors.  Driving integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify industry we connect our people and technology to help our customers adapt and succeed. With over 50 years domain expertise, we continue to innovate and reshape traditional approaches across the energy sector with our technologies designed to improve operational efficiency, reduce risk, reduce energy consumption and waste. 

As a key member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in driving the design and optimization of complex electrical installations & systems. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop 3D plant layouts for our electrical installations, ensuring design excellence and innovation.

• Utilize our preferred 3D design tool, Aveva E3D, to create detailed and accurate models.

• Model equipment based on factory drawings or convert other 3D formats and integrate them into the global plant layout.

• Work autonomously with a strong focus on results, optimizing designs to meet project requirements and industry standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a successful project execution from concept to start-up.

Qualifications & Skills:

• A minimum of 5 years (optimal: 10-15 years) of experience in developing 3D layouts within both offshore & onshore sectors.

• Proficiency in Aveva Pdms/E3D

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with a high degree of focus on results and design optimization.

• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to project challenges.

   

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic and innovative team that is at the forefront of engineering excellence in the energy sector.

• Contribute to impactful projects that shape the future.

• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Workplace: Fornebu (Oslo) and/or Bergen

Who are you?  

• Experienced Project Engineer well organized with administrative skills.

• Good communication skills and a clear view what brings the project forward.

• An inspiring leader who “walks the talk” (responsibility and ownership)

• Eager to learn and develop yourself.

• Good understanding of project needs  

• Can combine theoretical knowledge and practical skills.

Your background

• You have minimum 5-10 years’ experience in multidiscipline projects.

• Bachelor/Master of Science within EICT or proven experience

• Experience with multi-discipline projects.

• Commercial awareness

• Experience in EPC business.

We can offer

• Positive and exciting work environment in a global organization

• Technical and personal challenges in a positive and innovative environment

• Flexible working conditions and a large degree of responsibility

• Skilled and enthusiastic colleagues, looking forward to sharing knowledge with you

• Various welfare programs, such as company cabins, fitness facilities etc.

Application

We look forward to receiving you application by the 20th of May 2025.

For any questions regarding the position please contact Harald Werner Hansen, Head of Engineering Management: +47 952 91 427.

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Please note that in cooperation with Meditor Search we conduct a background screening on all candidates that receive an offer of employment in ABB Norway. This to ensure best quality in our recruitment process, according with ABBs company policy.

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