Sr. Bridge Cadd Technician

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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In the role of Senior Bridge CAD/BIM Specialist, we'll count on you to:

• Create and maintain 3D bridge models, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output.

• Be responsible for bridge models and generating the BIM elements, based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope

• Have an advanced understanding of engineering documentation, plan presentation for the bridge design, and how it interacts with other discipline models

• Accurately model BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software

• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts and sketches for conventional concrete and steel bridges, retaining walls and miscellaneous structures using computer-aided design software

• Develop details for complex concrete and steel bridges which may include: prestressed concrete, cast-in-place concrete, steel plate girder, segmental and cable-stayed, and box culvert

• Typical projects will be for highway and railway projects

• Demonstrate ability to work independently with direction from supervisor and engineers

• Attention to detail is highly desirable

• Perform other duties as needed

• Execute all Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project

• Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering Technology

• Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office

• Experience in bridge structural drafting

• Experience working with BrIM, OBM or other 3D CAD software

• Experience and knowledge of TxDOT CAD Standards, knowledge and experience of other DOT Standards is a plus.

• Preference given to local candidates

• Technical degree or a combination of education and related industry experience
• A minimum of 5 years related industry experience
• Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tool
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Advanced understanding of engineering or architectural concepts
• Knowledge of industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and organizational traits are essential

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.