Spec Administrator

**Job Title**: 3D Model Specification Administrator**

**Department**: Piping Engineering**

**Industry**: Gas Industry, including upstream / midstream and LNG**

**Location**: Surrey, British Columbia or Calgary Alberta**

**Position Type**: Full-time**

We are looking for new talent to join our team as we support our clients’ and the energy industry with clean technology initiatives and greenhouse gas reduction programs, building novel projects and strong relationships that will help shape the future of the natural gas, LNG, renewables, hydrogen and technology industries. Solaris MCI is an EPCM company specializing in engineering and project solutions in the energy space, with a focus on the energy transition, sustainability, and decarbonization.

Solaris MCI was established in 1993, is privately-owned, and provides exponential growth opportunities within the organization through our flat team structure, internal training, and mentorship programs. We are one of the four entities that make up our Group of Companies, which includes Solaris MCI, Solaris Solutions Inc. (Construction Management), Ensol Systems (R&D and Manufacturing), and Ogee, our project development division (Opportunity Green Early Engagement). Spanning from project concept development through to construction, commissioning, and operations, a career with Solaris means you have the opportunity to contribute at all stages of the project lifecycle.

The Solaris MCI culture is diverse and inclusive, valuing individual contributions for the benefit of all. This can be seen each day in our team’s inclusive spirit, diverse backgrounds, encouragement for learning, teaching and advancement, and the attention to the health and well-being of all employees. With our hybrid work program, extensive benefits, RRSP matching program, and much more, we put our people and their families first

Specification Administrator is responsible for setup, configuration, and administration of catalog and specification of 3D environment systems. Reporting to Design Technology Services Lead, the Specification Administrator is responsible for entry, structure definition, organization, and correctness of technical information.

**Responsibilities**:

- Technical review of piping material specifications, valve descriptions, piping specialty items datasheets, off-specification requests, manufacturer datasheets, and other relevant Engineering documentation.
- Catalog and specification data generation for plant 3D modeling software.
- Creation of piping classes used for 3D modeling purposes that contain pipes, fittings, flanges, valves, branch connections, fasteners, and relevant calculation data.
- 3D object generation in CAD software for standard components and assemblies such as pipe supports, valve operators, drains, vents, etc.
- Support and troubleshoot specification related problems reported by users.

**Skills and Qualifications**:

- Post-secondary education with technical diploma in Engineering, CAD/CADD, Design, and/or Applied Sciences.
- 5+ years of relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of academic training and related experience.
- Technical knowledge of ASME, API, CSA, MSS, and other relevant industry standards
- Intermediate knowledge of one or more plant 3D modeling software/systems. Bentley AutoPLANT and/or Hexagon CADWorx software is preferred.
- Knowledge of other 3D modeling software/systems such as Autodesk AutoCAD Plant, Hexagon Smart 3D is an asset.
- Ability to perform 3D modeling in CAD software. Autodesk AutoCAD is preferred.
- General knowledge of database concepts and normalization rules.
- Knowledge of operating relational database management systems (RDBMS) and Structured Query Language (SQL/T-SQL) is an asset.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to understand technical issues, find root causes and implement solutions.
- Highly organized with the ability to implement system changes.
- Works effectively in a collaborative team environment with shifting priorities to resolve issues that require innovative and unique approaches.
- Work experience in an EPCM/EPC environment and/or in the gas industry is required.
- Experience with Microsoft Office products is required.
- Ability to complete assigned tasks and make technical decisions.
- Ability to work effectively independently and in a team.
- Willingness to continuously improve and learn.