SmartPlant Instrumentation Designer

Where you fit Expect lots of support and encouragement while you’re here. You’ll be working alongside people who love what they do and enjoy sharing their enthusiasm with everyone around them. We value career growth.

Where you fit

Expect lots of support and encouragement while you’re here. You’ll be working alongside people who love what they do and enjoy sharing their enthusiasm with everyone around them. We value career growth. You’ll have limitless opportunities to explore – whether that means building up new areas of expertise or taking in a different direction. 

What’s the role?

As we transition to cleaner forms of energy, the challenge facing the energy industry in the coming decades is considerable. To support Shell’s ambition,the Associate Engineer - Digital & Drawing Management will provide support to Shell’s Downstream OUs by updating the drawings through our 2D and 3D drawing management systems by editing existing drawings (As Built) to incorporate red lined corrections, drawings & version control for drawings. The ideal candidate will primarily works one AutoCAD/Microstaton, SmartPlant Instrumentation and SmartPlant Electrical.

  • Act as Subject Matter Expert for Electrical and Instrumentation system modelling and Detailing in SPI and SPEL from mutiple assignments from Greenfield,brownfiels projects including MoC projects
  • Read & comprehend the various technical drawings of the process & facilities like P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagram), SLDs, Control Schematics, layout drawings, related equipment.
  • Comprehensive Experience in EHT related drawings like Isometric drawings, Panel Schedule, Cable Summary, Cable Schedule, One Line Diagram, Grounding Layout, Cable Routing Layout, Plot Plan layout .
  • Experience in High Voltage System, Earthing , lighting and Panels, Motors and other Electrical Drivers.
  • Understand and interpret the corrections & redline mark ups done in the drawings.
  • Experience in Electrical designing of Cable trays, Junction Boxes, harness routings, Plot plan understanding, Cable calculation.
  • Preparation & Checking of all 2D design deliverables like Hook-up drawings, Loop Drawings, SPI ILD wiring & ESL creations, Block drawings, JB drawings, Cable Schedule, Drum Schedule, Cable routing, Instrument Location drawings, F&G Layouts, control room drawings.
  • Conversant in developing Cable Routing Plan, Tray Layout, Hook Up Drawings, Instrument Location Layouts, Loop & Logic Diagrams, System Architecture Drawings, Graphic Drawings etc and Cable Tray sizing and loading. Etc in SPI & AutoCAD
  • Exceptional knowledge in Index, Wiring, Hook up and Loop and Logic Diagram Modules of Aveva Instrumentation or SPI, AutoCAD
  • Preparation & Checking of MTO. 
  • Review of vendor drawings including control system wiring and panel drawings all other interfaces for design deliverables.
  • Preparation and checking of mechanical packages C&I design documents, Experience in Electrical Standards, codes.
  • Hands on experince in 3D model review tools such as Naviswork freedom/ manager, smart plant review. 
  • Hands on experince in 3D modelling and handling 3D modeling softwares like Aveva tools, Smart plant will be a value added scope. 
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation, SPI and SPEL is a must.

Key Challenges

  • Shift work following operating hours of the Downstream operation units across the globe.
  • Virtual working with key stakeholders for day to day operations
  • Effective initiative to identify and help resolve business and  technical issues within areas of responsibility.
  • A self-starter and reliable deliverer, with good verbal and written skills in English.
  •  Exposes the individual to all cultural backgrounds and organisational levels across the globe, across diverse time zones.

The role primarily involves the remote support to the Downstream operating units/sites in the drawing management & updates.

What do we need from you?

  • Electrical/instrumentation related Engineering Degree with at least 5 plus years of work experience in Professional/ Engineering in Electrical/Instrumentation Drawing & Drafting/CAD
  • Experience in electrical/instrumentation design & selection of electrical components, comprehending, creating & updating the drawings, P&IDs.
  • Electrical/instrumentation ,Equipment Schedules, 3D drawings, 2D & 3D drawing & drafting tool- AutoCAD/Microstation/SPI/SPEL respectively in design, drafting & engineering firms/ consultancy firms/ plant environments/industry past the professional degree/diploma.
  • Ability to apply engineering best practices, codes, and standards to identify issues, recommend improvements, and implement solutions.
  • Strong proficiency in 2D & 3D electrical detailing and modelling, drawings & drafting tools viz. AutoCAD and Microstation are musts for this role with SmartPlant Instrumentation and SmartPlant Electrical.
  • Decent proficiency in using PC applications (eg: MS Office, Internet, Email).
  • Strong proficiency in English both oral and written.
  • Highly preferred work experience in Oil and Gas/Power and other related industries

Behavioural Competences: Strong communication skills and quick learner. Be a good team player.Ability to prioritize and ensure delivery of priorities for the area of responsibility. Flexible and adaptable to change, with track record of demonstrating initiative, analytical capabilities and problem solving.

Company Description

Shell Business Operations (SBO) is a chain of operational centers that form an integral part of Royal Dutch Shell. We influence business development for Shell globally, enabling the work of 93,000 employees in over 70 countries across the world. SBO Chennai is focused on driving excellent performance that enable Shell to operate in a global competitive and ever-changing business environment.

An Innovative Place to Work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, whilst managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An Inclusive & Progressive Place to Work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills, and reach your potential.

  • We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
  • We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
  • We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.

A Rewarding Place to Work

  • Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.
  • We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible

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