Senior BIM Engineer, Engineering

PayneCrest Electric Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

Additional compensation for travel

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor is seeking a Senior BIM Engineer in Lincoln, NE, to lead electrical modeling and coordination efforts on complex projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in BIM/VDC roles, advanced skills in AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks, and a strong understanding of NEC standards. This role involves mentoring junior staff, collaborating with field teams, and leading constructability reviews. The compensation is competitive with bonus opportunities and additional travel compensation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting electrical construction projects in BIM, VDC, or engineering roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading electrical coordination and constructability-driven modeling workflows.
• Proven ability to mentor junior technical staff and manage workload priorities.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Strong understanding of NEC requirements and field installation practices.
• Proven ability to mentor junior technical staff and manage workload priorities.
• PE License preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical modeling and coordination efforts for large-scale projects.
• Develop and coordinate advanced electrical systems including one-line diagrams.
• Drive clash-free model integration across multiple trades using Navisworks.
• Lead constructability reviews by identifying installation risks.
• Collaborate with prefabrication teams to integrate modularization strategies.
• Support value engineering initiatives with technical solutions.
• Mentor BIM Engineers and Designers providing guidance and oversight.
• Coordinate with project managers to align BIM deliverables.
• Participate in client-facing coordination meetings.
• Enforce BIM standards, workflows, and quality control processes.

Skills

Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD

Advanced proficiency in Revit

Advanced proficiency in Navisworks

Strong understanding of NEC requirements

Experience in mentoring junior staff

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Navisworks

Job description

Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, PayneCrest Electric, Inc. is a nationally recognized electrical contractor and trusted partner for delivering the industry’s most complex and technically demanding projects. Our competitive advantage is our people-first culture; empowering teams to make decisions, solve problems, and deliver safe, efficient, and innovative solutions while growing and succeeding together.

We are seeking a motivated and confident Senior BIM Engineer responsible for serving as a technical lead responsible for advanced electrical modeling, coordination leadership, and constructability integration. This role bridges engineering, BIM/VDC, and field execution while mentoring junior BIM staff and driving modeling quality, efficiency, and standardization across projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead electrical modeling and coordination efforts for large-scale plan/specification, design-assist, and design-build projects.
• Develop and coordinate advanced electrical systems including one-line diagrams, distribution layouts, equipment placement, lighting systems, and controls.
• Drive clash-free model integration across multiple trades using Navisworks and coordination platforms.
• Lead constructability reviews by proactively identifying installation risks, sequencing conflicts, access constraints, and productivity challenges.
• Collaborate with field leadership and prefabrication teams to integrate modularization and labor-efficiency strategies into model development.
• Support value engineering initiatives by developing cost-effective technical solutions aligned with project performance requirements.
• Mentor BIM Engineers and Designers by providing technical guidance, training, and quality oversight.
• Coordinate with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to align BIM deliverables with schedules, procurement strategies, and execution plans.
• Participate in client-facing coordination meetings and design review sessions.
• Enforce BIM standards, workflows, and quality control processes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Technology, or related discipline — or equivalent field-based electrical construction experience.
• 5+ years of experience supporting electrical construction projects in BIM, VDC, or engineering roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading electrical coordination and constructability-driven modeling workflows.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.
• Strong understanding of NEC requirements and field installation practices.
• Proven ability to mentor junior technical staff and manage workload priorities.
• PE License preferred but not required.

Reporting Relationship:

Reports to Engineering BIM / VDC Manager

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Compensation:

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Bonus opportunity
• Additional compensation when travel is required

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. As a part of the hiring process all applicants will be required to submit to, and pass, a pre‑employment urine drug screening and background check.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.