What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Virtual Designer position at WALKER ENGINEERING INC?
The Sr. Virtual Designer will be responsible for laying out and producing electrical shop drawings thorough knowledge of Computer-aided drafting (CAD/Revit) system standards, practices and techniques. We are looking for a self-starting, detailed orientated, organized Sr. Virtual Designer who is a team player with good communication skills.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Build 3D models using field superintendent’s layouts in AutoCAD MEP/Revit and NavisWorks.
- Coordinate BIM, including clash detection and resolution using NavisWorks Manage.
- Upload models and follow the GC lead BIM coordination process through to Model signoff.
- Mentor and train Virtual Designers and Detailers.
- Work with the BIM Manager in managing and maintaining BIM budgets throughout the project.
- Maintain relationships with our operation team, the General Contractor, and MEP Trade team members.
- Collaborate with the engineering department during model creation on design/build projects.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of WEI’s AutoCAD/Revit templates, details, and graphic standards.
- Produce Bill of Materials for procurement/labor tracking.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma/GED required.
- 5 years of experience performing Computer aided drafting in the Electrical Commercial Construction industry.
- CAD Associate's degree and/or equivalent working experience required.
- Electrical Field Experience and/or an Electrical Theory Associate's degree required.
- Knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code (NEC) required.
- Proficiency with Autodesk production software (AutoCAD MEP & Revit) required.
- Ability to work with NavisWorks to view and extract information from the BIM model.
- Ability to read and comprehend construction blueprints and project specifications.
- Clear and concise communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Capability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy while meeting aggressive project schedules.
- Self-starter, with the ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
- Bluebeam experience is a plus.
- Ability to pass a drug screen.
- Qualified applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States.
- Ability to create/modify Revit families (.rft).
- Basic understanding of TFP or APL (Trimble field points, Autodesk Point layout).
- Experience working within the ACC platform (Autodesk Construction Cloud).
- Experience using construction management software (Procore, PlanGrid, BIM 360, etc.).
- Experience with other software such as Dynamo, Revizto, Fieldwire, and Evolve is a plus.
Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.