Designer

Lerch Bates Inc.

The Role

Overview

Create and coordinate vertical transportation design layouts using AutoCAD & Revit

Key Responsibilities

  • layout coordination
  • code research
  • elevator design
  • drawing review
  • project management
  • specification interpretation

Tasks

-Coordinate layout drawings with Consultants and client Architects. Coordinate project schedule with Consultants and clients. -Document Consultant and Architect from phone conversations, emails, drawings/mark-ups, and faxes. -Effectively communicate with BIM/CAD project coordinators. -Research elevator codes and building codes and apply them as required by the job task. -Design layouts for all types of vertical transportation equipment, including passenger and freight hydraulic and traction elevators, escalators, and moving walks. -Download and review Architectural drawings. Update Consultant on design changes/issues from architectural drawings compared to LB Vertical Transportation drawings. -Be responsible for assigned projects, including meeting deadlines, estimating time for tasks, managing multiple projects, and ensuring project accuracy. -Interpret specifications when provided and apply them as required by the job task. -Coordinate project design and drawing delivery with Project Managers and Consultants.

Requirements

  • revit
  • autocad
  • bluebeam
  • bachelor's degree
  • communication
  • mechanical design

What You Bring

-Mechanical engineering design experience and electrical engineering design experience are preferred. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -Competency with Revit. Some education/experience in AutoCAD is helpful. -Exceptional company culture -Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities. -At least 1 year of experience using AutoCAD and Revit. Experience with architectural drafting and coordination with architects is preferred. -Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Excel, Acrobat, PowerPoint, and Bluebeam Revu. -A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.

Benefits

-Paid Parental Leave -Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account -Employee Stock Ownership program! -Tuition Reimbursement -401(k) with up to 6% employer match! -Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance -Charitable paid time off -Incentive compensation bonus -Pay Rate of $25-$30/hour -Birthday Bonus -Generous PTO -An entire internal department dedicated to your learning and career development!

The Company

About Lerch Bates Inc.

-Pioneered elevator consulting in the U.S. from humble beginnings. -Transitioned from a single office in Chicago to a global consultancy. -Engineered iconic skyscrapers including Burj Khalifa and Taipei 101. -Extended expertise into logistics, structures, façade access, and more. -Provides comprehensive services from design to maintenance. -Serves a wide range of industries and sectors. -Cultivates a unique employee-owned culture fostering accountability. -Innovates with cutting-edge technologies and methodologies.

Sector Specialisms

Vertical Transportation

Building Logistics

Building Enclosures

Facade Access

Forensics

Elevators

Pedestrian Circulation

Testing

Facades

Security Clearance

-must pass a pre‑employment background check and drug test. -drug test includes screening for marijuana regardless of state or local laws. -conditional offer will be rescinded if the candidate fails either the background check or the drug test.