VDC Engineer

Application Instructions Thank you for your interest in Total Mechanical. Please complete your application in one sitting- your progress will not be saved. Total Mechanical does not sponsor Employment visas- only candidates who are authorized to work in the US will be considered. Position Description The 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 ExecutionDevelop, 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 SupportCollaborate with Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, foremen, and fabrication/shop teams to ensure fabrication deliverables meet field needs.Assist with the development of:Installation drawingsSpool sheetsHanger mapsLayout and prefabrication packages (as applicable) Field & Prefabrication EnablementSupport 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 PracticesFollow 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 GrowthDemonstrate 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 meetingsCommunicating technical information clearly to non-VDC stakeholdersProgressively prepare for responsibilities aligned with a future Fabrication Operations Manager role, including project planning, higher-level leadership, and stakeholder alignment. Position Requirements Required Qualifications:3+ years of experience in VDC fabrication in the construction industry (mechanical/HVAC preferred).Proficiency in:RevitBluebeamNavisworksAutodesk Construction Cloud / BIM 360 (or similar platforms)Microsoft 365Understanding 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 experienceBachelor's degree in related fieldStratus experience strongly preferred Equal Opportunity Employer Total Mechanical, Inc. (TMI) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. TMI expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Such improper interference with the ability of the company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely prohibited.