Mechanical BIM Design Lead

HDR; North Carolina; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Mechanical BIM Design Lead to join our Power and Hydropower team in Charlotte, NC. This position will manage mechanical design tasks, including upgrades and feasibility studies for power generation projects.

The ideal candidate will possess a technical degree and at least 5 years of experience, along with a strong proficiency in AutoCAD and related design software. The role involves leading a design team and collaborating with engineers across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of related industry experience.
• Advanced skillset in 3D coordination tools and design software.
• Excellent communication skills and organizational traits.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical construction documents using various design tools.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary engineers and designers.
• Lead a team of designers and CAD staff on projects.

Skills

Piping layout and design skills

3D design software expertise

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Technical degree or related education

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Microsoft Office

Revit

MicroStation

Job description

HDR is looking for a Mechanical BIM Design Lead to join our Power and Hydropower team in Charlotte, NC. This role will lead and support mechanical balance‑of‑plant upgrades, major equipment upgrades, and feasibility studies for new power generation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop general arrangement drawings, mechanical equipment layouts, piping & instrumentation diagrams, piping isometric and orthographic drawings, composite arrangement drawings, piping support drawings, bills‑of‑materials, lists, sketches, and other mechanical construction documents using tools and software including AutoCAD Plant 3D, AutoCAD P&ID, Navisworks, and LiDAR.
• Coordinate the location of platforms to equipment and piping elements to allow access for operations and maintenance while being familiar with space requirements for operations, maintenance, and construction.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers of other disciplines such as electrical, structural, and civil design throughout the course of the project.
• Develop and oversee the production of BIM and CAD models, ultimately resulting in construction documents.
• Independently create and oversee the development of design models under broad direction from the project team or Project Manager.
• Lead a team of multi‑disciplinary designers and CAD staff on detailed design projects.
• Train and mentor BIM staff in detailing and plans production.
• Direct the preparation of drawings by other BIM technicians of lesser experience or directly supervise BIM staff as needed.
• Develop BIM Execution Plans detailing the plan for executing the work and addressing items such as software, standards, deliverables, approach, and team member roles/responsibilities.
• Complete projects with distinctive design features differing significantly from BIM Technician precedents as needed.
• Work with client or contractor representatives using the BIM model for review purposes.
• Perform site inspections that may require confined space entry.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess complete piping layout and design skills to route and support piping systems in complex and congested areas, both above and below ground.
• Thorough knowledge of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, MicroStation, and Revit.
• Previous experience with an architectural/engineering or engineering consulting firm supporting electrical power generation clients.
• Local candidates preferred.

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of related industry experience.
• Advanced skillset in 3D design software and document management infrastructure.
• Advanced skillset in 3D coordination tools.
• Competency in 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.

Location

United States – North Carolina – Charlotte (Primary). Other locations include Winston‑Salem, Raleigh, Wilmington, Asheville.

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.