CAD/BIM/VDC Engineer

Position Summary

This role is responsible for CAD / BIM / VDC support to our estimating and project teams to provide a variety of deliverables that increase efficiencies, prevent issues, and facilitate better understanding throughout the construction process.

Join our growing team of innovative and talented CAD / BIM / VDC professionals to further your career with ample learning opportunities, a variety of tasks, and an engaging work environment for a rewarding experience working on major heavy civil projects.

Willing to consider any experience level!

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Produce models and drawings for major heavy civil projects from construction plans, sketches, or notes to provide submittal documents, engineering support, and general project visualization.
• Build concrete and steel structures with embeds and components to resolve conflicts early and assist in the planning process.
• Use CAD / BIM programs to provide means and methods analysis and quantity takeoffs.
• Work with georeferenced models to provide and document data with survey teams. Correlate, interpret, and modify data obtained from the survey.
• Work with existing and proposed topographical data to visualize construction sites and provide cut / fill analysis for temporary and final site works.
• Finish and distribute drawings and documentation packages in accordance with all specifications and guidelines set forth by the project team
• Review rough sketches, drawings, specifications, and other engineering data received from engineers to ensure that they conform to design concepts
• Provide visuals for proposals, including, but not limited to, renderings, general animations, and 4D model animations (model + schedule).
• Generate and help maintain tools, resources, and standards for use within the CAD / BIM / VDC team and for the project and estimating teams.
• Work with point clouds produced by both LIDAR and drone surveys.
• Generate material lists with accurate descriptions, piece marks, and quantities
• Assist in the development of the CAD / BIM / VDC group by researching and experimenting with new tools and software.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed by division and corporate management. Travel as required to attend, but not limited to, meetings, site visits, training, etc.

Required Skills

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to understand 2D contract drawings and convert them into 3D models
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing data
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Decision-making skills
• Effective listening skills
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Extensive Computer skills including engineering technology
• Time management skills

Required Experience

Education / Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Construction, or Design required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Experience using CAD / BIM software required. Experience using other Autodesk programs, including, but not limited to, AutoCAD, Revit, and / or Civil 3D strongly preferred.

Experience with Bentley and / or Trimble software will also be strongly considered.

• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawing, and models
• Knowledge of general math and geometry.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in construction

Physical Demands

• Travel will be required to attend training and meetings
• Ability to sit or stand for entire shift
• Occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly
30+ days ago