BIM RESEARCH ASSOCIATE

About the role

The Preservation Technical Services Division of Northwestern State University of Louisiana is seeking a BIM Research Associate. This position is in partnership with The National Center for Preservation Technology and Training (NCPTT), a research and training office of the National Park Service. Northwestern State University is located on the campus of Northwestern State University of Louisiana in Natchitoches, LA.

Responsibilities

• Moderate knowledge of photographic techniques.
• The ability to travel to remote sites (possibly for weeks at a time) around the country and conduct in the field data collection at historic sites.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills are required.
• A basic knowledge of architectural history and historic preservation.
• Self-driven, highly motivated, and diplomatic.
• Must be project focused, have an excellent attention to detail and a strong ability to work in a team environment.
• Must possess a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Minimum of an Undergraduate Degree is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be clear to work in the US for the two-year contract with no Visa sponsorship or renewal necessary.
• Knowledge of Reality Capture technology and working with digital twins.
• Proficiency and up-to-date in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, and BIM/CAD software.
• Create, manage, and modify digital 30 model(s) and construction drawings using Autodesk Revit and other CAD/BIM software to follow project workflow criteria.
• Use CAD to draw building and site plans from 3D data models.
• Create and modified detail 3D models for detection, evaluations, and assessment documentation.
• Compile and submit reports within specific timeframes.
• Support the preparation of project deliverables, including plans, sections, elevations, and details.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Make safety a top priority at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience with LiDAR capture and scanning on site.
• Experience with UAS data capture.
• Experience with photogrammetry.
• Experience with GIS systems.
• Experience with Cyclone 3D, RBently itwin, Agisoft Metashape, Virtual or Augmented reality.

Bonus

• Experience with Reality Capture technology and working with digital twins.
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, and BIM/CAD software.

Pay

$50,470 per year with benefits.

Schedule

Contract for two years.