CADD Technician

HDR; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local candidates preferred

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Digital Design Specialist to contribute to BIM modeling and digital delivery for a specific discipline. You will generate BIM elements, manage the discipline model, and coordinate with other disciplines during design reviews.

The role requires a technical degree or 3 years of related experience, proficiency in 3D design software, and strong communication and organizational skills. Local candidates preferred for Charleston, WV-based work.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or 3 years related industry experience.
• Proficiency with 3D design software and document management systems.
• Competency in Microsoft Office and communication tools.
• Experience with 3D coordination tools.
• Excellent communication, attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.

Responsibilities

• Model the discipline elements per the Level of Development (LOD) and Digital Delivery Plan (DDP).
• Create and maintain the discipline model, systems and digital output.
• Coordinate with other discipline models during design reviews and 3D coordination.
• Produce discipline-specific drawings, annotations and documentation.
• Maintain model health and adhere to company standards.

Skills

3D design software

Document management

Microsoft Office

3D Coordination tools

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Technical degree or 3 years related industry experience

Job description

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.

In the role of Digital Design Specialist, we'll count on you to:

• Work for a specific discipline, under the direct supervision of an Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
• Be responsible for their discipline model and will generate the BIM elements, based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope.
• Create and maintain the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline
• Rely on the architect, engineer, or other technical professional to provide direction and guidance throughout the project duration but will be technically competent with the discipline and software used to produce the designs identified in the Digital Delivery requirements
• 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 within the project scope, schedule, and budget, using the current 3D software
• Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets
• Produce discipline specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output
• Monitor, improve, and maintain company standards and model health
• Coordinate the design with other discipline models through Design Reviews and the 3D Coordination process
• Assist or execute any additional Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project

Preferred Qualifications

• Local candidates preferred

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a minimum of 3 years related industry experience
• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Experience with 3D Coordination tools
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential
• Intermediate understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

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.

Primary Location: United States-West Virginia-Charleston Industry: Highway + Road Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Bridges and Structures Job Posting: Sep 11, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affimative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.