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SalaryWe are seeking a Renewables Business Unit CAD/BIM Coordinator. This position will provide CAD and BIM (Building Information Modeling) support services for the Power Delivery Renewables Business Unit (RBU). Services could include but are not limited to, scheduling of CAD resources, CAD/BIM user support, CAD/BIM standards development and enforcement of CAD standards across Business Units and Divisions, staff training, project set-up, project CAD standards reviews, 3D coordination reviews, and CAD reviews for quality assurance. This position will work with the CAD/BIM team members to effectively grow, develop, update, and support the 2D, 3D Design CAD, and BIM software, standards, and processes at POWER Engineers Inc. This position will report to the Salt Lake City Department Manager; however, the successful candidate may choose a hybrid or remote work style. Although not required to sit within an office having an RBU presence, being within reasonable driving distance of an established POWER office is preferred.
Job Responsibilities:
- Software
- Understand and familiarize themselves with all 2D and 3D Design software applications used currently in the RBU.
- Utilize the Autodesk AutoCAD application daily, to provide project support, project set-up, Client Standards compliance, updates, and AutoCAD content creation.
- Leverage Autodesk Inventor to assist teams with Shrink-wrapping and simplification of complex Vendor equipment models for use in POWER General Arrangement drawings/models.
- Understand the working relationships and workflow between the Autodesk portfolio of software applications and all Design/Document Management solutions such as ProjectWise and Autodesk Vault.
- Standards
- Assist renewables drafting team with developing, updating, and maintaining POWER CAD/BIM standards and processes.
- Assist with developing, updating, and maintaining RBU Client CAD/BIM standards and processes.
- Provide quality control for completeness and adherence to POWER and RBU Client CAD/BIM standards and processes for all renewable projects.
- Assist the Project PM and Design Teams roles with enforcing both POWER and RBU Client CAD/BIM standards and processes.
- Update and maintain new CAD/BIM standards and processes as software applications and clients evolve.
- Develop RBU AutoCAD standards files for batch checking of discipline drawings.
- Management
- Schedule coordination between the RBU Engineers and the Drafting/Design team including ownership of the Renewables Business drafting schedule and look-ahead.
- Coordination with other Business Unit CAD Coordinators to provide or receive additional support as needed by the project teams.
- Assist with software and technology evaluation and budgets for future technology adoption that align with corporate/company goals.
- Provide daily CAD model management, model coordination, and overall model maintenance reviews.
- Continually review the quality and development of both 2D, 3D CAD and BIM processes on RBU projects.
- Work with Project Design teams to assist and ensure 2D drafting and 3D modeling workflows promote the correct and efficient use of the Autodesk applications throughout the project lifecycle.
- Configure, set up, and support RBU CAD project templates and profiles.
- Training
- Provide Project team update training on RBU CAD/BIM Standards.
- Provide CAD training for in-house RBU Design team staff and Project Managers.
- Provide technical orientation and training to new hires regarding POWER, Client CAD Standards, and software applications.
- Maintain a high level of competency in Autodesk Software through continued use and training.
- The ability to attend select conferences, seminars, and workshops for 2D and 3D design and BIM; bring back information/learning to later disseminate to the appropriate POWER teams.
- Project work
- Understand Client specific CAD/BIM requirements and provide support accordingly.
- Set up, maintain, coordinate, and run coordination/model reviews on projects utilizing 2D or 3D CAD applications.
- Assist the project team with model set-up and maintenance for all projects.
- Assist PM with the development, and execution of CAD/BIM Execution planning meetings and Project CAD/BIM kick-offs.
- Create AutoCAD content (Blocks, Dynamic blocks, text, dimension, multi-leader styles, etc.) in response to project needs.
- Edit and set up Laser Scan Point Cloud data for the Project team's use/referencing in design and coordination applications.
- Assist RBU PM group with setting up project budgets and scope regarding 2D/3D CAD/BIM deliverables and overall project execution.
- Assist RBU PM group with setting up project budgets and scope regarding laser scanning in conjunction with CAD/BIM Scan Survey Techs.
- Work with the RBU PM group to communicate, and request clarifications, updates, and direction on Client CAD/BIM Standards for RBU Projects.
- Collaborate and direct internal Design teams, external AE consultants, and contractors to ensure proper standards and both drafting/modeling methods are agreed upon and enforced.
Required Education/Experience:
- Minimum of 6 years of experience using Autodesk AutoCAD 2D drafting/modeling processes, project support, and overall product implementation.
- Must be self-motivated, follow directions, and be motivated to dig into applications to figure out workflows and modeling methods.
- Experience with Bentley MicroStation
- Experience with Bluebeam REVU.
- Ability to take initiative, respond to issues quickly and effectively, and document the solutions and or work methods discovered.
- Ability to take on additional responsibilities as needed.
- Ability to be innovative with existing and new technologies to continually improve POWER workflows and Design applications.
- Excellent technical computer skills - using the Internet, file sharing applications, Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, and Bluebeam REVU PDF.
- Strong personal management skills, dedication, organization, open-mindedness, and team player.
- Creative thinking with the ability to work in a close-knit environment.
- Travel to customer and project sites may be required.
Desired Education/Experience:
- 2-year Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction related field.
- 4 years of experience using Building Information Modeling (BIM) processes, 3D and AutoCAD Electrical applications, project support, and overall product implementation.
- Experience with Autodesk Inventor Professional.
- Experience working on renewable projects leveraging various CAD/BIM standards preferred, but not required.
- Experience with Autodesk Revit Architecture, Structure, and MEP.
- Experience with Autodesk Navisworks Simulate and Manage.
- Experience with Autodesk Re-Cap and or similar Point Cloud editing applications.
- Experience with Bentley ProjectWise a plus.
- Experience working with multiple disciplines and software applications preferred.
- Familiarity with 3rd-party add-in applications/tools specific to Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, and Autodesk Navisworks
At POWER Engineers, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.
You’ll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You’ll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you’ll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.
Since we’re employee-owned, we get to make POWER a great place to work. That includes providing competitive compensation, professional development and a full benefit package:
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation/Paid Sick Leave
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401K
- Telehealth Benefit covers all providers
- Maternity and Paternity Leave
- New Dads and Moms Benefit program
- Fertility Benefits
- Gender affirming care
- POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!
POWER is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!
Salary DOE: The pay range for this position is $50-$75K per year; however, base pay may be higher or lower depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This figure does not include additional compensation such as health benefits, vacation, 401k, etc
