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Senior Virtual Designer - BIM/CAD

Walker Engineering
Walker Engineering Salary
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 5/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026

We are hiring a Senior Virtual Designer to support our Commercial and Data Center Projects in Dallas, Houston, Austin, or San Antonio. This is an in-office role. We hire top talent, and we pay for top talent, backed by an aggressive compensation package and relocation support when needed. If you want to work in a high-performance environment where your experience is valued and rewarded, this is the right move. In this role, you will build and manage detailed 3D models and shop drawings for complex electrical systems using AutoCAD MEP, Revit, and NavisWorks. You need strong technical accuracy, clear communication, and the ability to support project teams in a fast-paced construction environment.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Modeling and Coordination
  • Build detailed 3D models from superintendent layouts
  • Run clash detection and resolve issues using NavisWorks Manage
  • Support GC-led BIM coordination through final model signoff
  • Work with engineering on design-build model development
  • Technical Production
  • Produce electrical shop drawings and Bills of Material
  • Maintain and improve AutoCAD and Revit templates, details, and graphic standards
  • Extract information from BIM models using NavisWorks
  • Team and Project Support
  • Mentor and train Virtual Designers and Detailers
  • Support BIM Manager with budget tracking and workflow oversight
  • Coordinate with operations, GCs, and MEP trade partners to keep projects aligned

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Five or more years of electrical CAD drafting experience in commercial construction
  • CAD associate degree or equivalent experience
  • Electrical field experience and/or an Electrical Theory associate degree

Technical Skills

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD MEP and Revit
  • Ability to work with NavisWorks for review and information extraction
  • Strong understanding of the National Electrical Code
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
  • Ability to create and modify Revit families
  • Basic understanding of TFP or APL (Trimble Field Points, Autodesk Point Layout)
  • Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud
  • Experience with Procore, PlanGrid, BIM 360, Dynamo, Revizto, Fieldwire, or Evolve (preferred)
  • Bluebeam experience is a plus
  • Ability to manage multiple projects at once
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

This job description covers the primary duties and expectations for the role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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