Bridge BIM​/CAD Designer

Bridge BIM/CAD Designer

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world. HDR is currently hiring for a Structural BIM/CAD Specialist to join our Bridge and Structures Team in Atlanta, GA.

HDR is a nationally recognized company that consistently ranks among top national recognized firms, including #1 in Top 20 Bridge firms by Engineering News-Record.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepare and develop detailed drawings and layouts from rough sketches or from general engineering design information with minimal supervision or as directed by the project engineers, designers, and/or supervisor for concrete and steel bridges, retaining walls and miscellaneous structures.
• Develop details for complex concrete and steel bridges which may include prestressed concrete, cast-in-place concrete, steel plate girder, segmental and cable-stayed bridges.
• Compiles data and performs dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings.
• Work with engineers to develop 3D models using Open Bridge Modeler and Open Roads Designer.
• Be able to organize and perform tasks necessary to complete assigned projects successfully.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Actively promotes and contributes to the successful completion of projects from initial concept, through the planning process to implementation.
• Be a team player and assist other groups as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Engineering Technology.
• Experience in structures drafting or related projects.
• Experience working with BIM and 3D CAD software platforms.
• Experience interpreting as-built plans for existing structures.
• Ability to use Excel to calculate quantities for cost estimating purposes.
• Ability and willingness to work cooperatively with project team members.
• Preference given to local candidates.

Required Qualifications:

• Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience.
• A minimum of 5 years related industry experience.
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure.
• Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tool.
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools.
• Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.
• Knowledge of industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and organizational traits are essential.