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Position DescriptionThe VDC Engineer supports project delivery through the development, coordination, and implementation of Virtual Design & Construction (VDC) fabrication processes. This role is hands-on and technical, focused on processing and coordinating fabrication packages for field installation, while also being intentionally positioned for growth into a Fabrications Operations Manager.
The VDC Fab Engineer will progressively take on increased responsibility for fabrication standardization, and cross-functional collaboration, preparing them to lead fabrication execution at the project and program level.
Essential Functions:VDC Execution- Develop, update, and manage work packages (primarily mechanical/HVAC piping and plumbing systems) in Revit to support coordination, fabrication, and installation.
- Participate in and support multi-trade coordination using Stratus and/or Revit Model. .
- Maintain model quality, organization, and file management per company and project standards.
Coordination & Project Support- Collaborate with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, foremen, and fabrication/shop teams to ensure fabrication deliverables meet field needs.
- Assist with the development of:
- Installation drawings
- Spool sheets
- Hanger maps
- Layout and prefabrication packages (as applicable)
Field & Prefabrication Enablement- Support field teams by providing model-based installation support, including model views for tablets, layout coordination, and sequencing visuals.
- Assist with prefabrication workflows by translating models into fabrication-ready outputs (spools, assemblies, BOMs, cut lists).
- Participate in jobsite visits to validate constructability, fabrication accuracy, and improve future fabrication approaches.
Standards, QA/QC & Best Practices- Follow company VDC/BIM standards and contribute to continuous improvement of templates, workflows, and checklists.
- Perform self-QA/QC on models prior to coordination releases or field issuance.
- Assist with documentation of workflows, lessons learned, and project closeout model requirements.
- Support compliance with owner and GC BIM/VDC contractual requirements.
- Track and report shop productivity.
Professional Development & Leadership Growth- Demonstrate increasing ownership of fabrication deliverables and timelines.
- Mentor junior VDC staff and interns.
- Contribute ideas for process improvement, technology adoption, and workflow efficiencies.
- Develop foundational leadership skills including:
- Running fabrication portions of Project Management meetings
- Communicating technical information clearly to non-VDC stakeholders
- Progressively prepare for responsibilities aligned with a future Fabrication Operations Manager role, including project planning, higher-level leadership, and stakeholder alignment.
Position RequirementsRequired Qualifications:- 3+ years of experience in VDC fabrication in the construction industry (mechanical/HVAC preferred).
- Proficiency in:
- Revit
- Bluebeam
- Navisworks
- Autodesk Construction Cloud / BIM 360 (or similar platforms)
- Microsoft 365
- Understanding of construction documents, shop drawing development, and coordination workflows.
- Ability to interpret design intent and translate it into constructible models.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Education and Experience:- Field experience
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- Stratus experience strongly preferred
