Preconstruction Engineer - BIM Operator

Preconstruction Engineer - BIM Operator 

Lafayette, IN 

Why Choose Huston Electric? 

Huston Electric, a full-service electrical contractor serving customers throughout Indiana, is seeking a Preconstruction Engineer at our Lafayette location. This individual must possess a strong work ethic and communication skills. We are offering a salary of $55-$65,000, and a competitive benefit package which includes paid vacation, paid company holidays, 401 (K) with company matching, pension, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage for a full-time employee. Please reply to this post with your resume and references that we may contact, and we will contact you to schedule an interview. This position will report daily to our Lafayette office and working hours are 7:30am-4:30pm with one hour lunch.

What You'll Do: 

• Interpret and understand Construction Design Documents and specifications.
• Collaborate on overall trade management and coordination with exposure to BIM.
• Develop and create CAD/Revit drawings as directed by the VDC Manager or Lead Coordinator.
• Assist in coordinating the location of electrical equipment and raceways for projects.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining standards, processes, and goals.
• Utilize Autodesk Build to manage drawings and submittal files for field sharing.
• Attend project kick-off meetings related to BIM Coordination and Prefab.
• Maximize the use of AutoCAD and Revit to deliver high-quality design output.
• Ensure clear communication with project managers and foremen to ensure accurate electrical installations.
• Learn electrical materials and project-specific requirements.
• Assist in preparing submittals and purchasing materials for projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, identifying and resolving issues.
• Attend training events to stay updated on products and industry advancements.
• Participate in company and industry functions as required by upper management.
• Perform QA/QC checks on prefab materials prior to site installation.

General Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• Basic knowledge of electrical codes and electrical construction preferred, but not required. 
• Experience with AutoCAD, Revit, and Sysque for preconstruction design.
• Outstanding communication and time management skills.
• Proficient with computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, and scheduling software.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and under direct supervision.
• Trimble Layout software experience is not necessary, but preferred.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're ready to embrace our core values and contribute to our team's success, we want to hear from you! But first, check out our website here to make sure we're a great fit for each other!

Simply reply to this post with your resume and references, and we'll be in touch to schedule pre-employment assessments and interviews. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to grow with us at Huston Electric!

Huston Electric is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join us and be part of a team that values safety, service, ownership, leadership, and relationships above all else!

**Note:** Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team. 

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000