Virtual Fabrication Modeler

Harris; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 38,462 - 57,693; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MedicalSick leave?

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Harris is seeking an experienced BIM/CAD Drafter to produce detailed shop BIM/VDC models and drawings in Upper Marlboro, MD. You will create 3D piping, plumbing, and ductwork models compliant with codes and project documents, coordinating with other trades and ensuring quality deliverables.

The role requires 3+ years of trade apprenticeship with CAD/BIM training, 2+ years drafting in piping/plumbing, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Autodesk tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of trade apprenticeship with CAD/BIM training or AEC experience with BIM/CAD training.
• 2+ years Drafting/Design in Piping, Plumbing, and/or Sheet Metal industry.
• Working knowledge of construction practices with emphasis on mechanical systems preferred.
• Proficient understanding of Revit, AutoCAD, Autodesk, Fabrication, or Navisworks.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed constructible shop BIM/VDC models and drawings from contract documents, design criteria and instructions.
• Generate 3D models of piping, plumbing and/or ductwork systems compliant with codes and standards.
• Overlay and coordinate piping/plumbing/ductwork with other trades; communicate issues to leadership.
• Prepare final shop drawings, spool sheets/BOM, and revisions per QA/QC.

Skills

BIM/CAD training

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Fabrication

Microsoft Office

Piping & Plumbing drafting

Education

Trade apprenticeship with CAD/BIM training

Tools

Autodesk

3D modeling

Job description

Job Description

Under direct supervision produce detailed constructible shop BIM/VDC models and drawings based on contract documents, design criteria and/or instructions. Shop drawings are to reflect the use of sensible and strategic practices to maximize productivity throughout all phases of the construction process. The process is typically executed in the following phases: Setup & Backgrounds, Initial Detailing, System Modeling, Coordination, and Final Detailing. Troubleshoot BIM Model queries.

Setup & Backgrounds

• Organize and utilize AEC data for use with shop drawings per company standards.
• Organize and build shop drawing files per scope.

Initial Detailing / System Modeling

• Generate 3D models of piping, plumbing and/or ductwork systems in compliance with building codes, construction standards, contract documents, and instructions from project leadership.
• Route piping, plumbing, and/or ductwork systems per company standards.
• Show all components and systems per company standards.
• Identify and communicate issues that need clarification to project leadership.

Coordination

• Overlay piping, plumbing, and/or ductwork systems with other trades.
• Re-route piping, plumbing, and/or ductwork as required.
• Produce sign-off record drawings.

Final Detailing

• Add remaining text, tags and dimensions to complete shop drawings & other supporting sketches and/or details per company standards.
• Prepare final piping/plumbing spool sheets/BOM as required OR MAJ files.
• Make any revisions required per QA/QC.
• May prepare equipment take-offs and buy out item lists.

Misc.

• Other duties and tasks as assigned.
• Contributes to the desired safety and work culture of the organization.

What We're Looking For In You

• 3+ years of trade apprenticeship with CAD/BIM training or AEC experience with BIM/CAD training.
• 2+ years Drafting/Design in Piping, Plumbing, and/or Sheet Metal industry.
• Working knowledge of construction practices with emphasis on mechanical systems preferred.
• Proficient understanding of Revit, AutoCAD, Autodesk, Fabrication, or Navisworks.
• Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of building codes for plumbing and piping industries (if drawing piping or plumbing systems) preferred.

Your life at Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you! From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range

$27.92 - $41.88

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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