Senior VDC Designer, Electrical Construction
On-site · Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Senior VDC Designer, Electrical Construction responsible for developing detailed electrical installation drawings in Revit from design documents and sketches, producing installation drawings for power distribution, branch power, lighting, fire alarm, security, and communications, and coordinating with project teams to ensure timely, clash-free, and fully coordinated designs. Role includes modeling electrical infrastructure (cable trays, equipment), resolving model clashes, interpreting multi-discipline drawings, performing technical calculations (e.g., voltage drop, conduit fill), providing design feedback to meet requirements, integrating VDC deliverables into project planning, attending BIM/VDC coordination meetings with internal and external teams, and mentoring junior VDC staff. Ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent, strong knowledge of electrical systems, proficiency with Revit/Navisworks/AutoCAD/Autodesk Forma, experience with BIM coordination on complex projects, and familiarity with scripting/automation (Dynamo, Python).
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent
- 3+ years of experience in electrical Virtual Design & Construction / BIM coordination
- Experience with BIM-related programming or automation (e.g., Dynamo, Python) is a strong asset
- Knowledge of electrical systems including power distribution, branch power and lighting, fire safety, security and communications systems
- Advanced knowledge of Autodesk products including Revit, Navisworks, AutoCAD, Autodesk Forma platform
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