Electrical Designer (Revit)

Walker Engineering, a premier electrical contractor in the state of Texas, is seeking an electrical designer to join our Austin team.

This is not a hybrid or remote role.

The Electrical/Virtual Designer will be responsible for producing Electrical shop drawings thorough knowledge of Computer-aided drafting (CAD/BIM/Revit) system standards, practices and techniques. We are looking for a self-starting, detailed orientated, organized Virtual Designer who is a team player with good communication skills. More experienced candidates may be considered for a Sr. Virtual Designer role.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build 3D models using field superintendent’s layouts in AutoCAD MEP/Revit and NavisWorks.

• BIM coordination including clash detection and resolution using NavisWorks Manage.

• Upload our models and follow the GC lead BIM coordination process through to Model sign off.

• Mentor and train Virtual Designer and Detailers.

• Work with BIM Manager in managing & maintaining BIM budgets thorough the project. (Sr. Designer)

• Work with and maintain relationships with our Operation team, the General Contractor and MEP

Trade team members.

• Collaborate with 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

• 2-5 Years’ Experience in performing Computer aided drafting in Commercial Construction

industry with an emphasis on electrical construction. (5-plus years experience for Sr. Virtual Designer)

• CAD Associates degree or equivalent working experience required.

• Proficient with Autodesk production software (AutoCAD MEP).

• Proficient with REVIT.

• Ability to work with NavisWorks to view and extract information from the BIM model.

• Ability to read and comprehend construction blueprints and project specifications.

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely; both verbally and in writing.

• Capable of working on multiple projects concurrently.

• Ability to learn and to follow directions from the Sr. Virtual Design team.

• Ability to complete task with accuracy and strong attention to detail while meeting aggressive

project schedules.

• Must be a self-starter, with the ability to work well individually and as part of a team.

• Have knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code (NEC) is a plus. (required for Sr. Virtual Designer).

• Electrical Field Experience and/or Electrical Theory degree is a plus. (required for Sr. Virtual Designer).

• Bluebeam experience is a plus.

• Ability to pass a drug screen.

• Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States.