Bridge Design Technician - BIM and CAD
Posted date [2026-08-05]
(ID: 49006)
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Job Description and Requirements
Bridge Design Technician - BIM and CADJob Snapshot
Role: Bridge Design Technician - BIM and CAD
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Drafting
Experience: 5-10 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
The Bridge Design Technician - BIM and CAD opportunity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, is a Civil Engineering role focused on producing coordinated structural models and drawings for bridges and major transportation infrastructure. AECOM is hiring an experienced technician to work with structural engineers, support BIM delivery and prepare accurate two-dimensional and three-dimensional design information across multiple digital platforms.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Civil Engineering
Function: Drafting
Salary: AED 8000-15000 per month
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Work Model: Hybrid
Requisition ID: J10155897
Role Context
This position supports AECOM\'s Transportation business line within
its Middle East and Africa operations. The Bridge Design Technician will coordinate with structural design engineers to produce models and drawings using AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit and related digital-delivery systems. The role includes independent responsibility for smaller assignments, collaborative delivery on major projects and technical support for junior technicians.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce structural models and drawings for bridge projects.
* Coordinate drawing requirements with structural design engineers.
* Prepare bridge documentation using AutoCAD, MicroStation and Revit.
* Develop accurate two-dimensional drawings and three-dimensional models.
* Apply BIM processes throughout design development and coordination.
* Support general CAD production and drawing-management activities.
* Work independently on smaller bridge and infrastructure assignments.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on larger projects.
* Deliver drawings and models in accordance with agreed submission dates.
* Maintain compliance with client drafting and modelling requirements.
* Review completed work for accuracy before formal issue.
* Coordinate models using Autodesk Navisworks.
* Support BIM coordination and clash-review activities.
* Manage project information through ProjectWise and BIM 360.
* Interpret engineering sketches and technical design inputs.
* Apply relevant CAD and BIM standards to all project deliverables.
* Understand how contractual requirements affect drawing production.
* Take ownership of assigned modelling and drafting activities.
* Provide guidance and technical support to junior CAD technicians.
* Share practical knowledge with other members of the digital-delivery team.
Ideal Profile
* Basic technical qualification such as a diploma or equivalent is preferred.
* Five to ten years of relevant drafting and modelling experience.
* At least five years of practical experience supporting bridge projects.
* Previous involvement in major civil infrastructure developments.
* UAE or wider Middle East project experience is preferred.
* Working knowledge of Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
* Experience producing two-dimensional and three-dimensional models.
* Working knowledge of MicroStation for infrastructure drawing production.
* Familiarity with Autodesk Navisworks for model coordination.
* Understanding of BIM coordination processes and deliverables.
* Experience working with ProjectWise and BIM 360.
* Awareness of commonly used construction contracts.
* Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
* Organized and proactive approach to assigned responsibilities.
* Strong attention to accuracy and client requirements.
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
* Willingness to mentor and support junior technicians.
Skills Set
* Bridge drafting
* Structural modelling
* AutoCAD
* MicroStation
* Autodesk Revit
* Autodesk Navisworks
* BIM coordination
* Two-dimensional drafting
* Three-dimensional modelling
* ProjectWise
* BIM 360
* Structural drawings
* Civil infrastructure documentation
* Model coordination
* Drawing quality control
* Technical design interpretation
* Client drafting standards
* Project deadline management
* Team collaboration
* Junior technician mentoring
Why Join Us
AECOM provides the opportunity to support major bridge and transportation projects while working with structural engineers and digital-delivery specialists. Employees can strengthen their BIM and CAD expertise through multidisciplinary collaboration, advanced design platforms and structured professional development. Depending on employment status and applicable policies, benefits may include health coverage, disability insurance, paid leave, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance programs, recognition awards and retirement-related benefits.
About the Company
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management and construction management services. Its multidisciplinary teams work with public- and private-sector clients across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. With more than 50000 professionals worldwide, AECOM develops sustainable and resilient solutions that improve communities and create long-term value.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce structural models and drawings for bridge projects.
* Coordinate drawing requirements with structural design engineers.
* Prepare bridge documentation using AutoCAD, MicroStation and Revit.
* Develop accurate two-dimensional drawings and three-dimensional models.
* Apply BIM processes throughout design development and coordination.
* Support general CAD production and drawing-management activities.
* Work independently on smaller bridge and infrastructure assignments.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on larger projects.
* Deliver drawings and models in accordance with agreed submission dates.
* Maintain compliance with client drafting and modelling requirements.
* Review completed work for accuracy before formal issue.
* Coordinate models using Autodesk Navisworks.
* Support BIM coordination and clash-review activities.
* Manage project information through ProjectWise and BIM 360.
* Interpret engineering sketches and technical design inputs.
* Apply relevant CAD and BIM standards to all project deliverables.
* Understand how contractual requirements affect drawing production.
* Take ownership of assigned modelling and drafting activities.
* Provide guidance and technical support to junior CAD technicians.
* Share practical knowledge with other members of the digital-delivery team.
Ideal Profile
* Basic technical qualification such as a diploma or equivalent is preferred.
* Five to ten years of relevant drafting and modelling experience.
* At least five years of practical experience supporting bridge projects.
* Previous involvement in major civil infrastructure developments.
* UAE or wider Middle East project experience is preferred.
* Working knowledge of Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
* Experience producing two-dimensional and three-dimensional models.
* Working knowledge of MicroStation for infrastructure drawing production.
* Familiarity with Autodesk Navisworks for model coordination.
* Understanding of BIM coordination processes and deliverables.
* Experience working with ProjectWise and BIM 360.
* Awareness of commonly used construction contracts.
* Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
* Organized and proactive approach to assigned responsibilities.
* Strong attention to accuracy and client requirements.
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
* Willingness to mentor and support junior technicians.
Skills Set
* Bridge drafting
* Structural modelling
* AutoCAD
* MicroStation
* Autodesk Revit
* Autodesk Navisworks
* BIM coordination
* Two-dimensional drafting
* Three-dimensional modelling
* ProjectWise
* BIM 360
* Structural drawings
* Civil infrastructure documentation
* Model coordination
* Drawing quality control
* Technical design interpretation
* Client drafting standards
* Project deadline management
* Team collaboration
* Junior technician mentoring
Why Join Us
AECOM provides the opportunity to support major bridge and transportation projects while working with structural engineers and digital-delivery specialists. Employees can strengthen their BIM and CAD expertise through multidisciplinary collaboration, advanced design platforms and structured professional development. Depending on employment status and applicable policies, benefits may include health coverage, disability insurance, paid leave, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance programs, recognition awards and retirement-related benefits.
About the Company
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm providing advisory, planning, design, engineering, program management and construction management services. Its multidisciplinary teams work with public- and private-sector clients across transportation, water, environment, energy and buildings. With more than 50000 professionals worldwide, AECOM develops sustainable and resilient solutions that improve communities and create long-term value.
