Structural Digital Design Lead

HDR, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. seeks a Structural Digital Design Lead to own discipline BIM models, ensure correct LOD per the Digital Delivery Plan, and deliver accurate 3D designs and drawings. You’ll coordinate with other disciplines and drive model health while maintaining standards.

The role requires a technical degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years in the field, proficiency in REVIT and 3D coordination tools, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Technical degree or equivalent experience with at least 5 years in related field.
• Proficient in 3D design software and reference documentation.
• Knowledge of industry standards, discipline codes, and specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead discipline modeling and BIM element creation using established LOD per DDP.
• Develop and maintain discipline model, systems, content, and digital delivery output.
• Work with software to produce designs per Digital Delivery requirements.
• Coordinate with other discipline models through reviews and 3D coordination.
• Prepare detailed drawings and diagrams within project scope and budget.
• Monitor and improve model health and company standards.
• Communicate clearly and coordinate across teams.

Skills

5+ years experience

Advanced 3D design software

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Team coordination

Education

Technical degree

Tools

REVIT

3D Coordination tool

Job description

Structural Digital Design Lead

In the role of Structural Digital Design Lead, we’ll count on you to:

• Work for a specific discipline, with minimal direction from the Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
• Be responsible for the 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
• Be skilled with the software used to produce the designs identified in the Digital Delivery requirements
• Have an advanced understanding of architectural/engineering documentation, plan presentation for the specific discipline design, and how it interacts with other discipline models
• Accurately model 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 3D Coordination processes
• Execute all Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience preparing structural drawings
• Experience with REVIT
• Interest/experience in industrial/high tech structural drawings
• Experience working in multi‑disciplinary engineering firm

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience
• A minimum of 5 years related industry experience
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tool
• Competency of 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 and Job Details

• Primary Location: United States - Arizona - Phoenix
• Other Locations: United States - Arizona - Tucson
• Industry: Building Engineering
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Building Structural
• Job Posting Date: Mar 4, 2026