Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) Engineer

The Weitz Company•San Marcos, TX

About The Position

EPI Power, LLC, a licensed electrical contractor and subsidiary of The Weitz Company specializing in data centers, is hiring a Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) Engineer. The role supports fast-track electrical construction projects by developing and coordinating BIM/VDC deliverables, collaborating with preconstruction and field operations, and providing onsite technical support. The position requires working six days per week, Monday through Saturday.

Requirements

Knowledge of NEC code.
Excellent time-management and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to read electrical design documents, electrical one-line diagrams, and electrical panel schedules.
Demonstrated initiative, independent judgment, and analytical ability.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to balance and prioritize projects with impending deadlines.
Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Autodesk, Revit, Navisworks, SketchUp, Fuzor, InfraWorks, and Adobe Suite.
Ability to learn other software, such as JDE, Procore, Bluebeam, and scheduling software.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of five years in a construction role supporting VDC is preferred.
Experience with LEAN principles is desirable.
Data center experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare electrical shop, DFI, and DFMA drawings.
Provide quantity takeoffs, bills of materials, and schedules from BIM/3D models.
Develop streamlined project workflows with preconstruction and field operations teams.
Assist project teams with execution plans, quantity takeoffs, constructability coordination, RFI visualization, and schedule phasing.
Lead clash-resolution and coordination meetings and see identified items through to completion.
Solve problems using technology and collaboration with internal and external project teams.
Provide onsite project engineering for BIM projects and oversee field installation monitoring for efficiency, accuracy, and changes.
Create 3D and 4D models, renderings, and simulations for presentations, pursuits, preconstruction, and construction operations.
Create and maintain training materials with the learning and development team.
Research, test, and assist with implementing new software and hardware.
Support company goals and initiatives by identifying continuous-improvement opportunities and collaborating with management on proposed changes.
Assist with creating and maintaining VDC standards and best practices.
Compute and analyze metrics for management review and propose areas for improvement.
Provide onsite technical support to project managers and keep digital BIM documentation current and available to the management team on or ahead of schedule.
Create virtual simulations to validate and improve site logistics, safety, building sequencing, scheduling, and VR/AR experiences.
Keep abreast of the latest software and technology.