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VIATechnik · 22 hours ago

Senior VDC Engineer, Mechanical and Plumbing

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $110K/yr

3+ years exp

VIATechnik is a fast-moving, collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality BIM/VDC solutions for mechanical and piping systems. The Senior VDC Engineer will lead coordination, advanced modeling, and project communication while mentoring global project teams and influencing project outcomes.

Construction

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Hiring Manager

Olga Trusova

Responsibilities

Own BIM/VDC delivery for mechanical and piping systems from early design through construction

Serve as the lead technical contact for clients, presenting updates and resolving coordination issues

Guide and mentor global project teams, elevating modeling standards and workflows

Develop high-accuracy models using Revit, Navisworks, ACC, and Procore, ensuring constructability and alignment with field conditions

Run and interpret clash detection cycles, delivering actionable results for project teams

Advance internal processes by recommending and piloting new modeling tools and efficiency improvements

Train and support teammates, helping build stronger BIM/VDC capabilities across projects

Collaborate cross-discipline to support broader building systems and integrated project coordination

Qualification

BIM/VDC deliveryRevitNavisworksClash detectionMechanicalPlumbing plansProject managementTrainingSupportCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsTime management

Required

A bachelor's and/or master's degree in architecture, engineering, or a similar discipline

3+ years of experience providing implementation, training, and support in BIM and VDC

3+ years of experience working for a plumbing and/or mechanical trade contractor

Experience in combining and coordinating BIM updates, running clash detection on revised components and communicating results to internal and external stakeholders

Experience modeling, drafting, producing drawings, and reading mechanical and plumbing plans

Capability to work effectively in a self-directed way within an extremely fast-paced, ever-changing environment

The ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contracts

A proactive and flexible attitude; willingness to take an 'all-hands-on-deck' approach

Ability to work some early/late hours to coordinate with project teams in other countries

Benefits

Health insurance with the choice of five plan options. We cover 70-95% of premiums for VIATechies and 65% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plan chosen)

Dental and vision insurance. We cover up to 75% of the monthly insurance premiums for VIATechies and up to 50% of the premiums for dependents (depending on the plans chosen)

Open and flexible time off

A 401(k) plan that is fully vested immediately

Home office setup costs

Paid holidays