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What We Offer:
Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.
Position Description:
We are looking for a Design Technology Engineer to join our team. We are looking for candidates who have a degree in engineering, computer aided drafting and design, geomatics, or a related field. Civil Engineering and/or Surveying experience is a plus. Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience providing technical support and have a strong working knowledge of the Autodesk, ESRI, and Bentley ecosystem. We offer a flexible, hybrid schedule after 30 days of employment.
Typical responsibilities include:
Technical Support & Troubleshooting

• Provide front-line support for Civil 3D, Revit, ACC, ArcGIS, Bentley, InfraWorks, Navisworks, and other ADT tools

• Manage licensing needs for Engineering software

• Troubleshoot complex software, hardware, and data interoperability issues (including Forma Docs/Build, Nasuni, ProjectWise, and cloud collaboration environments)

• Document, track, and resolve issues through internal support channels and vendor escalation when needed

• Collaborate with the Information Technology team on daily operational activities and project

Platform Administration & Optimization

• Manage and deploy user configurations, templates, and project standards for Civil 3D and Revit environments

• Lead the setup, versioning, standards, and data management of projects to include: Autodesk Forma, Nasuni, ProjectWise, etc.

• Lead the coordination of updates, patches, and testing of new software releases across project teams

Training & Enablement

• Support onboarding and mentoring of staff on ADT tools, best practices, and standards

• Develop quick-reference guides, knowledgebase articles, and workflow videos for internal use

• Participate in live or virtual training sessions with ADT Tech Leads and regional champions

Innovation & Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with the ADT Practice Lead to identify recurring issues and propose process improvements

• Participate in pilot projects involving AI, reality capture, and digital twin workflows

• Contribute to internal standards development, automation scripts, and proof-of-concept testing

Maintain a safe working environment
Education:

• A.S. or B.S. degree in Engineering, Computer Aided Drafting and Design, Geomatics or related technical field is required
• Civil Engineering and/or Surveying experience a plus

Skills/Experience:

• Strong working knowledge of the Autodesk, ESRI, and Bentley ecosystem

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills

• Ability to travel 10% of the time

• Must be detail oriented

• Ability to speak and write professionally
• Design production assistance in an AEC environment a plus

• Familiarity with Autodesk Forma administration preferred

• Experience with LISP scripts, Dynamo, or Python automation preferred

• Knowledge of UAV/reality capture workflows, point clouds, or digital twin concepts preferred

• Prior involvement in CAD/BIM standards, quality control, or IT support roles preferred

About Wade Trim:
Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We've been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.
Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm's future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least three days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.
To solve our clients' toughest challenges, we've devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients' needs.
Wade Trim's success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, please submit your resume by visiting the Careers section of our website at http://www.wadetrim.com/careers.
Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim's People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor.
Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.