Structural BIM Technician

RE/SPEC Inc. • Rapid City, SD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

RESPEC is seeking an entry-level Structural BIM Technician to join its multidisciplinary engineering design team. This is a full-time, onsite, office-based position in Cheyenne, Wyoming; Denver, Colorado; Rapid City or Sioux Falls, South Dakota; or Charleston or Morgantown, West Virginia. The technician will assist with structural design and project delivery by modeling structures and producing construction documentation using BIM and CAD technologies, primarily Autodesk Revit. The role also offers opportunities to use Autodesk Forma, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam Revu.

The technician will receive training and guidance in structural BIM production, Revit modeling, drafting standards, construction documentation, and project-specific procedures. They are expected to progressively develop the technical skills needed to produce accurate structural models and drawings with increasing independence. RESPEC describes a collaborative work environment and offers learning opportunities, mentorship, and career-development support. The position requires business-related travel during work hours using a company or personal vehicle.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or higher in engineering/architectural drafting and/or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
• Proficiency in BIM and CAD software, including Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• Interest in emerging technologies.
• Strong visualization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work and communicate effectively in collaborative team settings.
• Ability to interpret written, verbal, and visual direction.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record; must be able to operate a company or personal vehicle for business-related travel during work hours.

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, or other CAD/BIM software through education, internships, or previous work experience.
• Basic understanding of structural systems, including foundations, steel, concrete, masonry, and wood framing.
• Familiarity with construction documents or structural engineering concepts.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office and commonly used project-management or document-management software.

Responsibilities

• Model wood, steel, concrete, and masonry structures.
• Produce plans, elevations, and details for projects.
• Visualize complex structures and help coordinate designs across disciplines.
• Recognize spatial conflicts and help optimize designs.
• Curate and maintain the BIM and CADD library, including resources and support files.
• Develop structural BIM, Revit modeling, drafting, and construction-documentation skills with increasing independence.
• Travel for business-related purposes using a company or personal vehicle during work hours.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), with eligibility after a qualifying period
• Professional development and training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Comprehensive fringe-benefits package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree