BIM Designer - Electrical Project Lead

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising

Lexington (KY)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a BIM Designer - Electrical Project Lead to join their team in Lexington, Kentucky. In this role, you will model BIM elements, prepare detailed drawings, and mentor others in technical skills. The ideal candidate will have a technical degree and over 10 years of experience in the industry, along with advanced skills in 3D design software. This full-time position offers opportunities to influence the future of building engineering and innovation.

Qualifications

10+ years related industry experience required.
Proficiency in advanced 3D design software is essential.
Must have knowledge of industry standards and discipline codes.
Advanced skill set in 3D coordination tools.
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.
Leadership and mentoring skill sets required.

Responsibilities

Model BIM elements accurately within the software.
Prepare layouts and diagrams using current 3D software.
Maintain the discipline model with project information.
Maintain the discipline model, including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheeting.
Produce discipline‑specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output.

Skills

3D design software proficiency

Document management infrastructure

3D coordination tools

Microsoft Office proficiency

Engineering concepts understanding

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Leadership skills

Education

Technical degree or equivalent experience

Tools

3D design software

Microsoft Office

BIM coordination tools

Job description

BIM Designer - Electrical Project Lead - ( 189313 )

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?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of BIM Designer - Electrical Project Lead, we'll count on you to:

Work for a specific discipline, under the direct supervision of an Engineer or other technical professional.
Accurately model the BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software.
Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, & diagrams of the design using the current 3D software.
Maintain the discipline model, including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheeting.
Produce discipline‑specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output.

Required Qualifications

Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience.
A minimum of 10 years related industry experience.
Advanced skill set in 3D design software and document management infrastructure.
Advanced skill set in 3D coordination tools.
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.
Leadership and mentoring skill sets required.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

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Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.