Building Information Modeler; BIM - Substation
Listed on 2026-05-31
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Engineering
Engineering Design & Technologists, Electrical Engineering, CAD/ AutoCAD/ Mechanical Design, Systems Engineer
Job Title:
Building Information Modeler (BIM) 4 - Substation
- Prepare basic to highly complex substation construction drawings and 3D models using Autodesk Inventor and intelligent CADD tools, including layout, detail, and assembly drawings for substation equipment, structures, and systems.
- Translate level of design (LOD) definitions into accurate digital and physical models, applying advanced CADD drafting and design techniques in accordance with firm’s CADD Graphics Standards.
- Incorporate vendor data, catalogs, and technical manuals into Inventor models and construction documents to support constructability and coordination.
- Perform CADD/technical support tasks such as verifying intelligent model integrity and serve as Intelligent Modeling Coordinator for basic complexity projects, ensuring coordination between the design team and adherence to firm’s Q/QC standards and procedures.
- Support the project engineer with related discipline tasks: reviewing and coordinating specifications, compiling and computing engineering data, initiating basic design tasks, plotting drawings, assembling drawing packages, preparing transmittals and overnight packages, file management, and making simple calculations.
- Performs other duties as required.
- Supports field assignments as required.
- High School diploma or equivalent with vocational technical training in basic CADD drafting technology and intelligent modeling.
- 6 years of relevant experience.
- Equivalent additional directly related experience may substitute for a degree.
- Domestic and/or international travel may be required (frequency contingent on duties and organizational needs).
- Experience utilizing Autodesk Inventor 3D and Revit.
- Experience developing and coordinating 3D models for electrical substation components, layouts, and assemblies.
- Experience supporting clash detection in Navisworks.
- Experience with constructability reviews and coordination with mechanical, electrical, structural, and process disciplines.
United States – Nationwide
Pay Range$34.68 – $57.23
EEO StatementWe attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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