BIM​/CAD Technician II

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Full-Time Atlanta, GA, US

6 days ago Requisition

For more than 60 years, Bennett & Pless has been a growing leader in structural engineering, delivering specialized expertise across the markets we serve. We have been nominated 9 consecutive years as a best firm to work for and have offices in Atlanta, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Dallas, Knoxville, Loudoun, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, and Sarasota. Our projects range in scope from simple site inspections to the design of new facilities, and we work at each stage – feasibility studies, conceptual design, detailed design, and construction administration.

Together, our 10 offices have created an energized engineering powerhouse offering enhanced capabilities to our ever‑growing client base.

We have an opportunity for a BIM Technician to join our growing team out of our Nashville office. The ideal candidate for this role will perform with increasing independence and be able to exercise judgment in accordance with well‑defined procedures and techniques. This opportunity requires addressing complex or unusual problems to a senior‑level technician or a supervisor as well as periodic review of output by a technical lead, supervisor, or direct “clients” of the process.

• Develop accurate, complete, and concise construction drawings utilizing Autodesk Revit for a variety of project types including manufacturing, industrial/distribution, data centers, commercial, schools, medical facilities, retail, adaptive reuse and renovations.
• Collaborate and coordinate internally or/and externally with other disciplines to ensure deliverables are compliant with project specifications, design and model changes, and client expectations.
• Work directly with structural engineers and designers to produce contract documents and sketches that align with drafting standards (industry and internal to Bennett and Pless).
• Apply building design, drafting and engineering knowledge and detailing practices in a dependable and efficient manner to execute contract documents.
• Attend conferences, seminars, and workshops on behalf of the company with the intent to continue to learn and develop skills and transfer knowledge internally within the organization.
• Review shop drawings and submittals as needed.
• Communicate effectively with the design team to ensure that changes in procedure, standards or elements within the project are effectively communicated to project teams.

• HS diploma or GED; may require technical certification or associate degree.
• 2–7 years of directly related experience.
• Autodesk Revit proficiency is required.
• Experience with wood, steel, load‑bearing light gauge steel, concrete, and masonry design in low to mid‑rise structures, including shallow and deep foundation systems.

• Readily learns and applies new information and concepts to past practices and knowledge.
• Deviations from the established workflow are enacted in consultation with a technical lead and/or approved by the supervisor before proceeding.
• Work to support day‑to‑day operations, such as office organization and facilities management.
• Must be a self‑starter and always willing to listen, learn and improve.

We have an employee‑focused benefits package that includes:

• Company‑paid medical, dental and vision coverage for the employee.
• Health savings and flex spending accounts.
• Group short‑term & long‑term disability; life and a&d insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) matching.
• Monthly wellness allowance.
• Paid time off & paid holidays.
• Company retreat.

Bennett & Pless is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.