VDC Engineer (South America)

Doxel makes hard decisions easier on construction projects.

Construction is a $12T industry where the majority of the gains from information technology are yet to be realized, with IT spend being among the lowest compared to other industries.

Doxel is AI that uses cameras & image recognition to analyze construction projects & predict delays, so teams can solve problems before they snowball and make decisions with objective data.

We’re at an exciting stage of scale as we build upon our growing market momentum. Our software is trusted by Shell Oil, Genentech, HCA healthcare, Kaiser, Turner, Layton and several others.

Doxel has an immediate need for a Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) professional with an Architectural background, expertise in detailing software (Revit and AutoCAD), Navisworks model management platform, and Project Schedule analysis.

Your mission for this role is to organize 3D design models with detailed tracking sets and map this organization back to schedule tasks for project schedule tracking efforts. Model zoning and data mapping will be completed utilizing the many Navisworks tools and utilities built by our in-house engineering team. The secondary role is to work with the Doxel Product and Engineering groups to develop utilities for improving model organization efficiencies and tracking tools.

As a VDC Data Engineer at Doxel, you will have a clear understanding of the Project Schedules and Design Models used for the Doxel analytics engine. This includes familiarization with design detailing software and scheduling platforms used in the construction industry. You will maintain constant communication with the Doxel BIM Manager, Product Manager, and other Doxel Team members. You will support all aspects of the Doxel data pipeline and achieve high levels of accuracy in data organization.

Working at Doxel keeps you at the leading edge of the latest 3D Scanning Technology while working with some of the brightest minds in this new industry. Our established team of Data Engineers look forward to adding an enthusiastic mind with a proactive attitude into their world of achieving a level of construction efficiency never realized before. If you believe you are ready to step up to the forefront of AI Technology while keeping Doxel ahead in our industry, then we want you on the Doxel team!

Responsibilites

• 3D Model Data Organization using Navisworks software is the primary responsibility for a VDC Data Engineer, which involves organizing models into highly detailed search sets based on proprietary tracking methods. Data mapping from model metadata will also be completed using Doxel plugin utilities.
• Floorplan Importing – Utilize AutoCAD to import and process project floor plan drawings for use in internal web-based dashboards.
• Zoning – Create 3D zoning models to match project zone plans using AutoCAD and Navisworks 3D plugin utilities.
• Model Data Verification – Verify organized data in prepared models imports correctly into internal databases and validate model visuals using internal visualization tools.
• Communication – Conduct ongoing communication throughout the workday with project team members. Doxel utilizes various tools for communication with Slack as the primary messaging platform. Jira tickets and tracking are also highly used. Direct Phone Calls and Conference Calls (Zoom as an option) may also be used.
• Training – Strive to continuously develop your skills in core applications used for model organization and data analysis.
• Sales Support – Work with the Doxel’s sales team to perform model takeoff and complexity analysis.

Required Qualifications

• BS or foreign equivalent in an Architectural or Construction Digital Design Technology (or) 3-4 years of experience in managing VDC detailing work from Pre-construction through Construction phases of commercial construction
• Proficiency in Navisworks coordination and management with an emphasis on search set creation
• Proficiency in BIM Design and Analysis tools like Revit and AutoCAD
• Knowledge of construction industryProficiency with Microsoft Excel or Google Drive (Sheets)Excellent collaborative and organizational skills with the ability to communicate effectively
• Clear and precise verbal and written communication skills. Able to focus on completing primary objectives and any secondary objectives while remaining flexible and able to use good judgment to respond to changing field conditions. Able to safely lift and carry up to 40lbs of equipment throughout the workday.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Scheduling Software such as MS Project and Primavera P6
• Familiarity with Slack or similar team communication and productivity platforms
• Familiarity with Jira or similar team issue & project tracking platforms
• Familiarity with Cloud Computing platforms such as AWS or GCP

Doxel provides comprehensive health/dental/vision benefits for employees and their families including an Unlimited PTO policy, a 401(k) program, and a flexible work environment among other benefits. Doxel is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.