Transit Digital Design Lead

HDR, Inc.
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Los Angeles
Jul 28, 2025
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. In the role of Transit Digital Design Lead, we'll count on you to: Work for a specific discipline, with no direction from the Architect/Engineer or other technical professional Be responsible for their discipline model and will generate the BIM elements, based on the Level of Development (LOD) outlined in the Digital Delivery Plan (DDP) and project scope Create and maintain the discipline model, systems, content, and overall digital delivery output for that discipline To be skilled with the software used to produce the designs identified in the Digital Delivery requirements Have mastered their specific discipline and how it interacts with other discipline designs Have an advanced understanding of architectural/engineering documentation and plan presentation for all disciplines Mentor and develop the Digital Design staff within their discipline Accurately model BIM elements in the correct special constraints of the modeling environment, using the current 3D software Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, & diagrams of the design within the project scope, schedule, and budget, using the current 3D software Maintain the discipline model including project information, coordinates, scales, orientations, scope boundaries, match-lines, views, and sheets Produce discipline specific documentation with accurate annotations on all modeling output Monitor, improve, and maintain company standards and model health. Coordinate the design with other discipline models through Design Reviews and 3D Coordination processes Execute all Digital Delivery requirements identified on the project Mentor and develop Digital Design staff within their discipline Contribute to the development of the business class digital needs Keywords: Transit Digital Design Lead, Civil 3D, InRoads, Open Roads Preferred Qualifications Excellent professional skills in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation Inroads and Open Roads. Engineering Degree in Civil engineering or related field. California Professional Engineer (PE) or a desire to become a licensed PE preferred Required Qualifications Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience A minimum of 5 years digital design (BIM element authoring) and 5 years digital delivery (model management) experience Comprehensive understanding of all discipline relations and operations of building systems Advanced skillset of 3D design software and document management infrastructure Advanced skillset of 3D Coordination tools Advanced skillset of Microsoft Office products and communication tools Familiar with industry standards and practices, along with discipline codes and specifications Familiar with basic automation and programming applications for efficiencies Familiar with 3D design software add-ins and supporting applications Familiar with content creation and management concepts Superior client service, communication, and presentation skills are essential Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills to effectively serve as a first line of technical support Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and leadership traits are essential Must have strong organizational skills to establish priorities between technical support requests and project work Must be enthusiastic, energetic, and an excellent work ethic What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position is $103,000 - $150,000 and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Primary Location : United States-California-Los Angeles Industry : Transit Schedule : Full-time Employee Status : Regular BusinessClass : Transit Engineering Job Posting : Jul 24, 2025