Electrical BIM Modeler

Southwire Company; Remo (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Insurance Packages

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Advancement & Professional Growth

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC is seeking an Electrical BIM Modeler to create and maintain 3D BIM models, collaborating with engineers and contractors to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements. The role focuses on sizing and routing raceways and wires for electrical systems using BIM/VDC knowledge.

The successful candidate will utilize Southwire’s technology tools and industry-standard BIM software to deliver precise installation drawings, resolve conflicts, and support project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required for electrical modeling/design.

Responsibilities

• Proficiency with Autodesk collaboration tools, including Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• Produce wire routing layout and wire BOMs for efficient installation.
• Read and analyze MEP drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Ensure models meet project requirements and resolve design conflicts.
• Apply BIM/VDC concepts to size and specify raceway and wiring routing.

Skills

3D Modeling

Adaptability

Analytical Skills

AutoCAD

Collaboration

Electrical Safety

Electrical Wiring

Microsoft 365

Quality Assurance

Workflow Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

BIM Technology Certification

Autodesk Certified Professional

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

NAVIS Works

Blue Beam

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Location: Remote

Job Summary

The main responsibilities of the Electrical BIM Modeler include creating and maintaining 3D models using BIM software,collaborating with contractors, engineers, and other members of the construction planning services team, ensuring themodels are accurate and meet project requirements, and using the models to identify and resolve conflicts or issuesduring the design phase. This individual will produce jobsite electrical installation drawings based on innovative andefficient practices. He or she will be responsible for applying BIM/VDC knowledge, concepts, and experience to size,evaluate, select, and specify raceway and wire routing for electrical power, lighting, and auxiliary systems in accordancewith relevant codes and standards. Utilizing existing custom Southwire technology tools as well as industryBIM/VDC tools and technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Proficiency with Autodesk collaboration tools including Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and others
• High level of knowledge and experience in BIM tools specifically Revit, AutoCAD, NAVIS Works, Blue Beam
• Proficient with reading, understanding, and analyzing MEP construction drawings, specifications, and submittals.
• Able to produce wire routing layout as well as wire BOMâs to provide efficient building wire installation.
• Knowledge of construction codes and standards including NFPA 70 National Electrical Code
• Self-directed with ability to manage workload and meet project deadlines with minimal supervision
• Must be able to adjust to changing schedules and deadlines as needed to meet contractor job requirements.
• Prepare and revises documentation in various phases of design and construction, including plans, diagrams, and details
• Utilizes technologies in development of three-dimensional models of electrical systems.
• Provides guidance and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents and contractor preferences.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Years of Experience: 2-4 years

Field of Expertise: Electrical Modeling/Design

Preferred Education & Experience

Licenses/Certificates: BIM Technology Certification, Autodesk Certified Professional

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Field of Expertise: Electric Design

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Standing: 10%

Sitting: 90%

Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Balances Stakeholders
• Collaborates
• Customer Focus
• Nimble Learning
• Plans and Aligns

Skills

• 3D Modeling
• Adaptability
• Analytical Skills
• AutoCAD
• Collaboration
• Electrical Safety
• Electrical Wiring
• Microsoft 365
• Quality Assurance
• Workflow Management

Benefits We Offer

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.