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ARCO Companies

Mechanical BIM Modeler

Chicago, Illinois, United States +1

Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Downers Grove, Illinois, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Not stated
Level
Entry level
Function
Engineering
Pay
$75K – $95K a year
Posted
Yesterday

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The top of this role’s range, $95K a year, is 10% below the median of $105K for entry level engineering jobs in Chicago (middle half $88K – $150K, 33 jobs that state pay).

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About the role

ABOUT YOU

Are you a passionate problem solver? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself and others to the highest standard? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an opportunity that will impress you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies.

ARCO/Murray National Construction is currently seeking an experienced BIM Modeler to join our team of Design Engineers and Project Managers in our Downers Grove, IL location. The BIM Modeler will play a key role in our design/build process by converting schematic or early-stage designs to 3D models using REVIT and industry-specific tools.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

  • Perform fundamental modeling tasks using Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam software applications.
  • Develop piping system models including pipe spacing, fitting makeup, valve locations, and in-line components in 3D applications
  • Review manufacturers' or fabricators' prints to aid in design documents
  • Apply basic knowledge of building codes, standards, and other criteria in the development of project designs.
  • Responsible for preparing permits and construction models for industrial building, industrial equipment and process piping design
  • Work with Designers and Engineers to understand details of modeling goals
  • Generate 3D models from one line drawings and consult with other project team members to model BIM
  • Gather drawings and specs, calculate material and equipment requirements and set up production methods

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1-3 years of BIM Modeling in Commercial Industrial Building/Equipment and/or Process Piping industries
  • Degree related to BIM or construction-related design and drafting
  • Experience using AutoCAD, AutoCAD MEP, Revit MEP, and 3D drafting packages.
  • Should be able to produce construction documents, including 3D model generation and detailing.
  • Experience working on Design/Build projects is a plus
  • Architecture/mechanical background a plus.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

We are dedicated to the well-being of our associates and are proud to be consistently recognized as a Best Place to Work. Our compensation and benefits package not only supports our associates and their families but benefits local communities and communities around the world.

  • Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Traditional and Roth 401k
  • Tuition reimbursement for associates
  • Scholarship for associates’ children up to $28,000 per child
  • 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
  • 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
  • 100% charitable match
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • Paid parental leave

Typical base compensation for this role is between $75,000 and $95,000. Candidates with extensive experience may exceed this range. In addition to base salary, the role is eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation based on individual and company performance.

At AME Engineering, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are committed to building and sustaining a culture that supports diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country – constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

This represents typical base compensation for the role. Candidates with extensive experience may exceed this range. In addition to base salary, the role is eligible to receive discretionary bonus compensation based on individual and company performance.

Pay Range

$75,000—$95,000 USD

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR’s Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is “Yes!” we look forward to meeting you.

ARCO does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies without pre-approval from ARCO’s Human Resources team. Pre-approval is required before any external candidate can be submitted. ARCO will not be responsible for fees related to unsolicited resumes and for candidates who are sent directly to our hiring managers. Agencies must have a fully executed vendor agreement in place as well as written approval to submit candidates from an ARCO TA Manager for a specific position before submitting candidates.

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EOE, including disability/vets

Source

Posted by ARCO Companies on their own hiring page, job-boards.greenhouse.io. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 10:37 UTC; the original is the reference.

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