Electrical CAD/BIM Specialist III (Remote)

Summary

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, and construction services across energy and other sectors. The Electrical CAD/BIM Specialist III will support power delivery projects by developing and maintaining electrical CAD drawings and 3D BIM models for substations, transmission, distributed generation, and renewable energy systems. The role also coordinates with engineering teams, ensures drafting and BIM standards are met, and provides technical support and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Works independently with limited direct supervision performing moderately complex technical work to create and maintain complete electrical design sets by interpreting and incorporating engineering red lines, markups, and instructions into CAD drawings and electrical 3D models
• Accountable for larger portions of a project or process with the ability to analyze issues, identify solutions and coordinate with engineering staff
• Develop and manage 3D models for electrical systems, including substation equipment layouts, conduit routing, cable tray systems, and other device placements as necessary
• Produce accurate electrical construction drawings, including plans, sections, elevations, details, schedules, diagrams and schematics using AutoCAD, MicroStation and/or Revit
• Revise drawings efficiently based on engineering feedback, RFI’s, change orders, and construction site markups
• Ensure all drawings comply with company/client drafting/BIM standards, client requirements, applicable codes, and industry best practices (NEC, IEEE, etc.)
• Maintain version control and proper file management of all CAD and 3D model files throughout the project lifecycle
• Provides training and technical support to other design staff on the building information modeling system, including project standards, specifications and content
• Assist in quality control by performing self and/or model health checks and peer reviews to ensure accuracy, completeness, and constructability of drawings and models

Skills

• * BA/BS in Engineering or related field + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• * Experience in high voltage electrical CAD/BIM design
• * Masters Degree in Engineering or related field
• * Demonstrated experience in participating complex, multi-discipline programs/projects and CAD teams
• * Experience in Revit 3D modeling environments, specifically for Substation Design
• * Experience in creating and managing BIM execution plans or model matrix
• * Knowledge of Omni Class and WBS applications
• * Familiarity with the National Electric Code and other relevant codes
• * Confidence utilizing Autodesk 2D
• * Familiarity with other software, such as Bentley MicroStation
• * Experience working in collaborative model environments (e.g. Navisworks, Revizto)
• * Experience in the management of Common Data Environments including ProjectWise and ACC/Forma (Autodesk Construction Cloud)
• * Understanding of vendor documentation and it's use as a reference for assigned tasks
• * Exposure to substation facilities, including equipment, layouts and designs

Qualifications

Must Haves

• * BA/BS in Engineering or related field + 4 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• * Experience in high voltage electrical CAD/BIM design

Nice to Haves

• * Masters Degree in Engineering or related field
• * Demonstrated experience in participating complex, multi-discipline programs/projects and CAD teams
• * Experience in Revit 3D modeling environments, specifically for Substation Design
• * Experience in creating and managing BIM execution plans or model matrix
• * Knowledge of Omni Class and WBS applications
• * Familiarity with the National Electric Code and other relevant codes
• * Confidence utilizing Autodesk 2D
• * Familiarity with other software, such as Bentley MicroStation
• * Experience working in collaborative model environments (e.g. Navisworks, Revizto)
• * Experience in the management of Common Data Environments including ProjectWise and ACC/Forma (Autodesk Construction Cloud)
• * Understanding of vendor documentation and it's use as a reference for assigned tasks
• * Exposure to substation facilities, including equipment, layouts and designs

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan, depending on employment status
• Freedom and flexibility to work remotely and/or be located at a variety of Energy offices located in multiple locations across the United States
• Award-winning training and development programs designed to expand technical expertise and leadership skills
• Resources to make a real impact
• Freedom to grow in a world of opportunity