A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: Remote
The main responsibilities of the Electrical BIM Modeler include creating and maintaining 3D models using BIM software, collaborating with contractors, engineers, and other members of the construction planning services team, ensuring the models are accurate and meet project requirements, and using the models to identify and resolve conflicts or issues during the design phase. This individual will produce jobsite electrical installation drawings based on innovative and efficient practices. He or she will be responsible for applying BIM/VDC knowledge, concepts, and experience to size, evaluate, select, and specify raceway and wire routing for electrical power, lighting, and auxiliary systems in accordance with relevant codes and standards. Utilizing existing custom Southwire technology tools as well as industry BIM/VDC tools and technologies.
Proficiency with Autodesk collaboration tools including Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC) and others
High level of knowledge and experience in BIM tools specifically Revit, AutoCAD, NAVIS Works, Blue Beam
Proficient with reading, understanding, and analyzing MEP construction drawings, specifications, and submittals.
Able to produce wire routing layout as well as wire BOM’s to provide efficient building wire installation.
Knowledge of construction codes and standards including NFPA 70 National Electrical Code
Self-directed with ability to manage workload and meet project deadlines with minimal supervision
Must be able to adjust to changing schedules and deadlines as needed to meet contractor job requirements.
Prepare and revises documentation in various phases of design and construction, including plans, diagrams, and details
Utilizes technologies in development of three-dimensional models of electrical systems.
Provides guidance and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents and contractor preferences.
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Years of Experience: 2-4 years
Field of Expertise: Electrical Modeling/Design
Licenses/Certificates: BIM Technology Certification, Autodesk Certified Professional
Years of Experience: 5-7 Years
Field of Expertise: Electric Design
Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No
Travel: None
Standing: 10%
Sitting: 90%
Office
Computer/Keyboard
Action Oriented
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Customer Focus
Nimble Learning
Plans and Aligns
3D Modeling
Adaptability
Analytical Skills
AutoCAD
Collaboration
Electrical Safety
Electrical Wiring
Microsoft 365
Quality Assurance
Workflow Management
Benefits We Offer:
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Southwire is one of the world’s leading developers, manufacturers and suppliers of building wire and utility cable, as well as the tools used in their installation. As such, we are continually improving our products, studying how they’re used in the field, and assessing the needs of our customers to find new and better ways to solve the problems facing the industry. We strive to ensure that every product we develop helps increase safety, improve productivity, reduce manpower, save time and save money — both on and off the jobsite. After all, we don’t just want to produce the most wire products. We want to produce the best wire products.
