CAD Designer
About the role
The Senior BIM Technician supports an experienced team of engineers, designers, and drafters to produce full sets of BIM and CAD drawings, layouts, plan and profiles, and associated documents. This includes structural/mechanical 3D models, mechanical plans, sections, isometrics, and details covering mechanical equipment, piping systems, supports, and instrumentation. The role produces high-quality, complete plan sets ready for agency approval, assists in quality reviews of less experienced staff, and may work on entry-level design tasks. The position works under general direction for advanced products and independently on routine tasks, requiring initiative, sound time management, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Works with minimal supervision and coordinates with engineering team members to provide BIM support for the production of 3D models, layouts, plans, detail drawings, and profiles from conceptual layout to detailed finished product using Revit (may also produce similar drawings in CAD).
- Develops complete plan sets for projects using Revit and/or CAD, including site geometry, utilities, grading, and drainage, in accordance with plan design standards and requirements.
- Sets up and manages CAD workspace and file systems for production drawings and document management.
- Completes redlines and plan revisions with minimal direction; identifies design conflicts and escalates them to the engineering team.
- Communicates and collaborates with the project team, providing timely updates on drawing completion, workload, and challenges.
- Manages deadlines and prioritizes assignments independently.
- Performs QA/QC on own work and may review the work of less experienced staff.
- Resolves day-to-day BIM issues; escalates higher-risk issues to the BIM Supervisor.
- Pursues continuous learning to maintain and improve industry knowledge, technical ability, and understanding of industry standards.
- Assists with training other BIM technicians and staff members.
- Assists Designers and Engineers in updating CAD standards and documentation.
- Performs other assigned work.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree and minimum of 3 years of progressively complex experience, or High School/GED and 2 years of progressively complex experience (equivalent combination of education/certification/experience may be considered).
Skills
- Proficiency with Revit, Microsoft Office (or equivalent), and BlueBeam (or equivalent).
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and apply standard drafting practices and engineering terminology to moderately difficult projects.
- Basic mathematical calculations related to engineering design.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Full range of visual depth perception and ability to distinguish colors.
- Willingness to work flexible schedules and overtime as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a multidisciplinary engineering environment, including mechanical piping, structural, electrical, plumbing, and site work.
About Us
Quiddity is an award-winning, full-service civil engineering, planning, environmental, and surveying firm. We deliver forward-thinking solutions for public infrastructure and private development projects, spanning wastewater treatment, highway design, multi-family housing, and master-planned communities. With over 700 professionals across 14 offices in Texas and Florida, Quiddity has been committed to building strong communities since 1976. Our work has earned recognition from Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Design Firms and regular accolades as a Best Place to Work.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation.
- 4½-day work week.
- Paid time off.
- Health care plans (medical, dental, and vision).
- Retirement plan (401k with company matching).
- Profit sharing.
- Life insurance (basic, voluntary, and AD&D).
- Paid family leave.
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance.