Design Technology Coordinator

Job Title: Design Technology Coordinator

Job Description

The Design Technology Coordinator executes 3D modeling deliverables, coordinates project design environments, and maintains CAD/BIM data in alignment with established standards and client requirements. This role safeguards the accuracy, integrity, and coordination of digital models throughout the project lifecycle and supports efficient project execution through defined software platforms, workflows, and standards. The Design Technology Coordinator collaborates closely with Project Managers and the Director of Technology, assisting with project setup, digital file organization, standards implementation, and technical coordination of design deliverables so projects remain organized, compliant, and delivery-ready. This position works directly with multidisciplinary engineering teams to support design development, resolve technical challenges, and implement modeling solutions that improve project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-quality 3D modeling deliverables that meet company standards and client specifications.
• Coordinate project design environments to ensure consistent use of CAD/BIM platforms, templates, and standards across disciplines.
• Maintain CAD and BIM data, including model organization and file structures, to support data integrity and traceability throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist Project Managers with project setup, including establishing digital file organization, folder structures, and naming conventions.
• Implement and enforce CAD/BIM standards, workflows, and best practices across project teams.
• Support the technical coordination of design deliverables to ensure models and drawings are accurate, consistent, and delivery-ready.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to support design development and resolve technical modeling and coordination challenges.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design data, including integrating models from different disciplines and managing digital deliverables.
• Work with point clouds and 3D scanning data to develop accurate models and support existing-condition documentation.
• Manage and organize project file structures, including version control, model references, and linked data.
• Use CAD/BIM platforms such as AutoCAD, Revit, MicroStation, and Recap or CloudWorx to create, modify, and coordinate design models.
• Support the use of Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Autodesk Forma, or similar collaboration platforms to enhance project communication and coordination.
• Apply an understanding of process design within industrial sectors such as specialty chemical, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, power, and manufacturing to support accurate modeling and coordination.
• Collaborate with the Director of Technology to refine and improve digital workflows, standards, and tools.
• Proactively identify and troubleshoot issues related to model integrity, data management, and digital coordination.
• Contribute to a family-oriented, collaborative culture by communicating clearly with engineers and designers and supporting team objectives.

Essential Skills

• 37 years of experience in CAD, BIM, or VDC-related roles.
• Proficiency in 3D design and modeling for engineering and industrial projects.
• Working knowledge of CAD platforms including AutoCAD, Revit, Recap or CloudWorx, and MicroStation.
• Strong understanding of CAD standards, model organization, and data management.
• Proven experience coordinating project file structures, digital deliverables, and multidisciplinary design data.
• Experience working with point clouds and 3D scanning data to support accurate modeling.
• Experience with plant 3D, piping design, and 3D modeling in industrial environments.
• Familiarity with Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Autodesk Forma, or similar collaboration platforms.
• Understanding of process design within industrial sectors such as specialty chemical, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, power, and manufacturing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining data integrity and model accuracy.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in heavy industrial engineering and design consulting environments.
• Has experience supporting projects for industries such as chemical, tobacco, power, films, fibers, plastics, paper, pharmaceuticals, metals, food and beverage, and discrete manufacturing.
• Ability to support and refine digital workflows, standards, and coordination processes.
• Strong organizational skills for managing complex digital file structures and multiple concurrent projects.
• Clear and professional communication skills for working closely with Project Managers, engineers, and designers.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Valid drivers license.

Work Environment

lYou will work in a private, family-owned, heavy industrial engineering and design consulting setting with a family-oriented culture and approximately 80 total employees. The team you will directly support includes a department manager (PE), a lead engineer (PE), two engineers (both PEs), and a lead structural designer, providing a technically strong and collaborative environment. This is a MondayFriday, in-office position based in Midlothian, VA, near interstate 288 and Route 360. The work focuses on multi-discipline industrial projects serving large, well-established clients across chemical, power, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and other manufacturing sectors. The environment emphasizes close collaboration, professional growth, and the use of modern CAD/BIM technologies and digital collaboration platforms to deliver high-quality engineering and design solutions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Midlothian, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $48.08/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Midlothian, VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Midlothian,VA.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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