BIM Designer (Inventor)

Western Partitions, Inc. • Salt Lake City, UT

22h

About The Position

The BIM Designer’s objective is to produce accurate models or drawings based on WPI’s area of work. The BIM Designer should be able to work most assignments and projects with minimal assistance. The Designer reports directly to the BIM Manager.
The primary role will be to create models and drawings of manufacturing components using Autodesk Inventor and creating assemblies of components with Inventor.
Other work may include:
BIM Content Development for the project.
Create models related to WPI work.
Model WPI elements using Architect, Structural, and MEP backgrounds.
Basic walls, openings, ceilings, framing members, and other complex geometry.
Develop models to illustrate contractor questions and solutions.
Distribute new and revised models showing changes and RFI answers.
2D detailing for shop drawings.
This may include cold formed steel framing, claddings, flashings, strut ceilings, and other related items.
Field coordination support.
Evaluate construction installations relative to 3D coordinated models.
Prepare “shop drawing” level 2D Drawings & 3D models for self‐performed work.
Model constructability issues and solutions for self‐performed work.
Calculate quantities for material orders and crew work planning, as requested.
Produce dimensioned drawings from the model.
Participate in job layout driven by 3D model data.
Understand and comply with all WPI policies, procedures, and corporate safety program.
Take direction from WPI construction and engineering team and translate to the model or drawing.
Ensure construction document accuracy based on other trades or designs such as architectural, structural, and MEP models.
Collaborate and Coordinate with BIM service providers and Subcontractors.
Produce various documents or drawings for various requirements to support the project and field team.
Identify conflicts, incomplete or ambiguous design information.
Adhere to BIM Execution Plan and BIM project workflow criteria. Follow BIM content standards and development procedures.
May take the lead on developing some discipline specific BIM modeling content for project.
Create new library components (under the supervision of BIM Lead or BIM Manager).
Print drawing sets for professional team and participate in discipline reviews.
Prepare own discipline model and/or content for BIM Coordination Meetings. Attend meetings with the project coordinator.
Ability to export DWG, NWC and other formats for collaboration internally and externally.
High level of communication and good writing skills.
Leveraging BIM software and tools as a methodology to coordinate design documentation.

Requirements

• Must possess a high school diploma and/or GED.
• Completion of a degree or certificate in CAD technology or equivalent.
• Have a minimum of 2 years experience actively using Autodesk Inventor for a design or construction firm and be able to demonstrate good working knowledge.
• Basic knowledge of Autodesk Revit.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and understand plans and specifications
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal English language communication skills
• Ability to use independent judgement, problem-solving ability, self-starting, and ability to prioritize based on relevant factors
• Ability to prioritize personal workload and recognize priority conflicts and seek guidance for resolution.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record are required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• Strong oral and written communication skills is required.
• Ability to work in team environment is required.
• Ability to multitask, think critically, and problem-solve is required.
• Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments.
• Must possess strong organizational and computer use skills and have a high level of competency to read/write/speak English, interpret safety documentation and communicate with coworkers.
• Knowledge of Inventor – required, 2 year minimum

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of BIM/VDC Technology & Other Software: Navisworks (Manage), AGACAD, MWF, or other related Revit add-ins, Bluebeam, Bluebeam Studio, AutoCAD, Sketchup, BIM-360 Collaboration Products (Docs, Glue, Design, Coordinate, Field, etc), Procore, BOX, Dropbox, Sharepoint, Plangrid, Adobe Software
• General understanding of interoperability between software used to accomplish own discipline tasks
• Familiarity with cold formed steel construction.
• Local to office

Responsibilities

• BIM Content Development for the project.
• Create models related to WPI work.
• Model WPI elements using Architect, Structural, and MEP backgrounds.
• Basic walls, openings, ceilings, framing members, and other complex geometry.
• Develop models to illustrate contractor questions and solutions.
• Distribute new and revised models showing changes and RFI answers.
• 2D detailing for shop drawings.
• Field coordination support.
• Evaluate construction installations relative to 3D coordinated models.
• Prepare “shop drawing” level 2D Drawings & 3D models for self‐performed work.
• Model constructability issues and solutions for self‐performed work.
• Calculate quantities for material orders and crew work planning, as requested.
• Produce dimensioned drawings from the model.
• Participate in job layout driven by 3D model data.
• Understand and comply with all WPI policies, procedures, and corporate safety program.
• Take direction from WPI construction and engineering team and translate to the model or drawing.
• Ensure construction document accuracy based on other trades or designs such as architectural, structural, and MEP models.
• Collaborate and Coordinate with BIM service providers and Subcontractors.
• Produce various documents or drawings for various requirements to support the project and field team.
• Identify conflicts, incomplete or ambiguous design information.
• Adhere to BIM Execution Plan and BIM project workflow criteria. Follow BIM content standards and development procedures.
• May take the lead on developing some discipline specific BIM modeling content for project.
• Create new library components (under the supervision of BIM Lead or BIM Manager).
• Print drawing sets for professional team and participate in discipline reviews.
• Prepare own discipline model and/or content for BIM Coordination Meetings. Attend meetings with the project coordinator.
• Ability to export DWG, NWC and other formats for collaboration internally and externally.
• High level of communication and good writing skills.
• Leveraging BIM software and tools as a methodology to coordinate design documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Incentive bonus plan
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with match
• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance plans with flexible spending account option
• Life insurance, accidental death, and disability benefits
• Flexible paid time off policy and paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees