xPL Designer - Remote / Hybrid

Turner Construction Company; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k)

HSA

Vacation & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking a skilled 3D modeling and fabrication documentation expert to develop highly coordinated models for xPL Offsite products. You will create shop drawings, coordinate interfaces across structural, mechanical, electrical, and architectural domains, and prepare robust fabrication-ready documentation.

The role requires experience in prefabrication, multiple MCAD tools, and strong collaboration with design stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Industrial Engineering or related field with minimum 5 years experience in manufacturing or construction
• Experience in prefabrication and construction operations in commercial settings
• Proficiency in MCAD software (Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, CAD Mep, Rhino or similar)
• Familiar with coordination software (Revit, Navisworks, BIM360, Bluebeam)
• Basic scripting knowledge (Python, C#, VB.Net)
• Strong communication, organization, and team collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Create accurate, detailed 3D models for xPL Offsite products (structural, piping, electrical)
• Develop complete shop drawings and IFF packages with all required views, dimensions, schedules
• Coordinate interfaces between structural, mechanical, electrical, architectural systems
• Model across 3D and manufacturing platforms (Revit, Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA, Rhino)
• Apply DFMA principles to develop connections and assemblies
• Maintain model/drawing accuracy and document control; support reviews and fabrication readiness checks

Skills

MCAD software

Revit

Navisworks

BIM coordination

Python

C# VB.Net

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

CAD Mep

Rhino

CATIA

Navisworks

Revit

Job description

Position Description:

Develop accurate, coordinated 3D models and complete drawing packages for xPL Offsite manufactured products and project applications. Translate design intent into shop drawings and Issued for Fabrication (IFF) documentation using manufacturingoriented 3D platforms for structural systems, mechanical piping and conveyance systems, electrical distribution, controls-related infrastructure, and pathway systems.

This is a remote / hybrid role

Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities:

• Create accurate, detailed, and coordinated 3D models for xPL Offsite manufactured products including structural framing and assemblies, mechanical piping and conveyance systems, and electrical distribution and controls-related infrastructure.
• Develop complete shop drawing and Issued for Fabrication (IFF) packages, inclusive of views, dimensions, details, schedules, part information, and other fabrication information required to communicate manufacturing, assembly, and installation of products.
• Coordinate interfaces between structural, mechanical, electrical, architectural, and manufactured product systems within federated 3D model.
• Develop and coordinate models across 3D and manufacturing-oriented platforms (e.g., Revit, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA, Rhino).
• Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles to develop product details, connections, components, and assemblies.
• Model and document items as applicable to assigned scope (e.g., structural members and connections, piping and equipment arrangements, supports and hangers, cable tray, conduit, busway, equipment enclosures, control panels, related system interfaces).
• Use models as primary means of communication, support work through coordination, fabrication, assembly, and continuous product improvement.
• Work with design stakeholders (e.g., application engineers, senior designers, delegated design professionals, engineering consultants, vendors) to translate engineering criteria, calculations, schematics, diagrams, and design intent into coordinated models and fabrication-ready documentation that conforms with applicable codes, contract documents, and project specifications.
• Work directly with xPL manufacturing team to understand production methods, obtain feedback, resolve fabrication issues, and improve future design output.
• Maintain model and drawing accuracy, document control, revision history, and consistency between design, shop drawing, and fabrication information.
• Participate in and contribute expertise to model reviews, drawing reviews, prototype development, quality reviews, and fabrication-readiness checks.
• Apply and support continued development of standardized product details, modeling standards, drawing templates, content libraries, plug-ins, and repeatable design-production workflows.
• Contribute to scripting, automation, and workflow improvement as appropriate.
• Build technical expertise in assigned xPL products to support product development, standardization, and continuous improvement efforts as applicable.
• Contribute to related design, coordination, and manufacturing support activities as needed to advance xPL product and project delivery.
• Travel as directed to manufacturing facilities, project sites, vendor facilities, or other xPL locations to support execution

The salary range for this position is estimated to be 85,000.00 - 130,000.00 USD annualized.

Turner Construction provides flexible benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft, life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability coverage.

In addition to our extensive benefits offerings, we provide paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end-of-year appreciation pay.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from accredited degree program in Mechanical, Structural, or Industrial Engineering, or related field or trade experience, with minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing or construction, or a related role or equivalent education, training, and experience
• Experience in prefabrication, manufacturing, commercial construction industry, and construction operations
• Proficiency in MCAD software (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, CAD Mep, Rhino, and/or similar design software)
• Familiar with construction documentation and coordination software (e.g., Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Autodesk Construction Cloud, BIM360)
• Basic understanding of scripting and programming languages to enhance design processes (e.g., Python, C#, VB.Net)
• Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Interpersonal and team building skills with ability to work across organizational levels and with clients and vendors
• Ability to apply active listening skills to hear and understand ideas, options, and opinions of others
• Ability to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project schedule
• Project management experience, organizational skills with attention to detail, and able to quickly adapt and prioritize responsibilites while working in fast-paced environment
• Critical thinking and analysis skills for decision-making and problem-solving
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and timely documentation
• Professional verbal and written business communication skills, with effective presentation delivery
• Experience with continuous improvement tools and methodologies

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee occasionally travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee occasionally performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office setting and/or remote location. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally work at construction work site or manufacturer location where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.

Turner is an Equal Opportunity Employer - race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.