Electrical BIM Technician

Who We Are:

DBM Vircon, a premier construction modeling, detailing and digital engineering company, delivers high-profile projects with state-of-the-art technology, uncompromising detail and millimeter precision. At DBM Vircon we see the future through a very different lens. With over five decades of experience in the mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors, DBM Vircon is recognized as one of the industry-leading design/detailing and digital engineering companies. Drawing upon over 900 team members, with experience in over 6 continents, we regularly challenge the status quo by delivering high-end solutions and integrated delivery methods on some of the industry's largest projects. Innovation, eminence, and digital are at the heart of everything we do.

DBM Vircon's Digital Engineering team is growing, and we are currently recruiting for an Electrical BIM Technician, to join our Brisbane based team. The Electrical BIM Technician will play a key role in supporting electrical design and model coordination across renewable energy and substation infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for developing and managing BIM models, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and facilitating federated model coordination meetings.

Key Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Service Lead – Digital Engineering – Energy and Utilities, your main responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

• Create and manage accurate 2D and 3D electrical BIM models using AutoCAD and MicroStation.
• Support the electrical design of HV and LV systems, including primary and secondary schematic development.
• Coordinate BIM models across multiple disciplines within a federated environment.
• Lead model coordination meetings, identify and resolve design clashes (e.g., using Navisworks or equivalent tools).
• Integrate and manage GIS and LiDAR spatial data in design workflows where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with project BIM standards and relevant ISO frameworks, including ISO 9001, ISO 55000, and ISO 19650.
• Communicate effectively with engineering and design teams to meet project timelines.
• Contribute to workflow improvements, including potential use of automation or scripting tools.

Essential Criteria:

• Proficient in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Experience in electrical design for renewable energy and substation projects.
• Experience in solar, wind, battery storage, or similar renewable technologies.
• Strong understanding of HV and LV systems, including primary/secondary schematics.
• Experience working with or contributing to federated BIM models and using common data environments (CDEs).
• Confident leading and contributing to model coordination meetings.
• Familiar with GIS tools and LiDAR data integration.
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 55000 practices.
• Experience using Navisworks or similar coordination tools.
• Exposure to or interest in scripting/automation (e.g., Python, Dynamo, VBA).
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• HNC/HND/Diploma or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, BIM, or a related field.
• Certifications in CAD/BIM software and BIM processes (preferred but not essential).

In return, DBM Vircon offers:

• Competitive remuneration package with super.
• Flexible work arrangements with WFH day/s available.
• Flexible start and finish hours to accommodate work-life balance.
• Access to an employment assistance program.
• Access to income protection insurance through super.
• Salary packaging options available.
• Opportunities for professional development and to work across project lifecycles.

Values:

DBM Vircon is a values-based organisation and it is essential that the core values, beliefs, attitudes and behaviours of the successful applicant are aligned with that of DBM Vircon:

• Integrity – You behave and act with the highest standard of integrity and honesty;
• Excellence – You strive for excellence to deliver innovative and quality solutions and outcomes. Curiosity is integral to your approach to achieve this – always looking for better ways to do things. You are determined to succeed in all of your actions;
• Collaboration – You seamlessly collaborate;
• Respect – You respect and value other people – you are inclusive in your behaviours and actions. You inspire, empower and help other people to grow, succeed and lead;
• Empathy – You understand, look after and serve other people.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

DBM Vircon believes that when people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, points of view and capabilities work together there is increased organisational competence, innovation and performance. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can be their most authentic selves. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We celebrate diversity as a foundation of our strength, and we actively welcome individuals from a wide spectrum of backgrounds and experiences, encompassing but not confined to women, indigenous communities, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with diverse abilities, and those originating from a range of cultural backgrounds.

Don't be disheartened by a checklist of qualifications. We prioritise your potential and your capacity to contribute to our team.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.