CADD Technician

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Digital Design Specialist to contribute to BIM discipline modeling and digital delivery on architectural projects in Charleston, WV. You will create and maintain discipline models, produce detailed drawings, and coordinate with architects and engineers to meet project scope and schedule.

The ideal candidate has a technical degree or 3+ years in the field, proficiency with 3D design software, and strong communication and organizational skills. Local candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or 3 years related industry experience.
• Proficient with 3D design software and document management.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with 3D Coordination tools.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Model discipline elements per BIM requirements.
• Create and maintain discipline model and outputs.
• Coordinate design with architects/engineers.
• Produce drawings, layouts, and diagrams.
• Maintain project information and sheets.
• Monitor and improve model health.
• Assist with Digital Delivery requirements.

Skills

3D design

Coordination

Office Suite

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Technical degree

Tools

3D design software

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

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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 affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employee. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

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