Northwestern State University seeks qualified applicants for the position of BIM Research Associate. This position is in the Preservation Technical Services Division of Northwestern State University of Louisiana. This job is in partnership with The National Center for Preservation Technology and Training (NCPTT), a research and training office of the National Park Service. The Technical Services Team is dedicated to documenting and preserving a wide variety of historic structures, landscapes, sites, objects, and sculptures across the United States. This position is based in Natchitoches, Louisiana and hired as a contractor through the State of Louisiana. The contract is for two years, at $50,470 annually salary with benefits.

Technical Services is looking for someone with knowledge and experience with BIM and CAD systems working with digital twins. It is preferred that the applicant has some knowledge in architecture, landscape architecture, historic preservation, and architectural history.

Job Duties and Other Information:

• Knowledge of Reality Capture technology and working with digital twins.
• Proficiency and up-to-date in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, and BIM/CAD software.
• Create, manage, and modify digital 30 model(s) and construction drawings using Autodesk Revit and other CAD/BIM software to follow project workflow criteria.
• Using CAD to draw building and site plans from 3D data models.
• Create and modified detail 3D models for detection, evaluations, and assessment documentation.
• Compile and submit reports within specific timeframes.
• Support the preparation of project deliverables, including plans, sections, elevations, and details.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Make safety a top priority at all times.
• Performance of other duties as assigned.

Bonus: Any applicant with experience in:

• LiDAR capture and scanning on site
• Working with data captured by UAS
• Photogrammetry
• GIS systems
• Cyclone 3DR
• Bently itwin
• Agisoft Metashape
• Virtual or Augmented reality

To apply: Please send a letter of interest, resume, and related portfolio to NCPTT, 645 University Parkway, Natchitoches, LA 71457, Attn. Director of Technical Services or email to [email protected]. Position is open until August 1, 2026. For more information, call 318-356-7444.