Electrical BIM Designer

Electrical BIM Designer

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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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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Electrical BIM Designer, we'll count on you to:

Work for the electrical discipline, under the direct supervision of an Engineer, or other technical professional

Be responsible for their discipline model and will generate the BIM elements, based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope

Create and maintain the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline

Rely on the engineer, or other technical professionals to provide direction and guidance throughout the project duration but will be technically competent with the discipline and software used to produce the designs identified in the Digital Delivery requirements

Be proactive in communicating BIM progress, clashes, issues, and in assessing, planning, and communicating modeling workloads, priorities, and schedule impacts

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

Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, & diagrams of the design within the project scope, schedule, and budget, using the current 3D software

Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets

Produce discipline specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output

Monitor, improve, and maintain company standards and model health

Coordinate the design with other discipline models through Design Reviews and the 3D Coordination process

Assist or execute any additional Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project

Our ideal candidate will have a passion for innovation, collaboration, new experiences, opportunities and exceeding client expectations. Our goal is to help our clients achieve high performance in safety, quality, cost efficiency and profitability for their capital projects and on-going operations.

Please note that shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Revit skills assessment to demonstrate their proficiency with Revit software focused on typical electrical project workflows.

Required Qualifications

Technical degree or a minimum of 3 years related industry experience

Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure

Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools

Experience with 3D Coordination tools

Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential

Intermediate understanding of engineering or architectural concepts

Preferred Qualifications

Proficient in Revit

Proficient in Auto CAD

Proficient in Microstation

Experience with A/E consulting firms

Adaptability to evolving BIM technologies and the ability to implement automation workflows will be considered an asset

Other Job Details

Compliance with HDR and, as applicable, contractor safety policies and procedures

Potential attendance at job sites to support design and construction activities

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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) The pay range for Richmond Hill: $57,000 - $83,000

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Primary Location:

Canada-Ontario-Richmond Hill

Industry:

Building Engineering

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Building Electrical

Job Posting:

Jul 9, 2026