Computational Design Specialist

About the role

The Los Angeles studio of Grimshaw is seeking a Computational Design Specialist to support architectural teams on projects. The role involves promoting the use of appropriate tools and workflows, contributing to computational design capabilities, and collaborating with various teams.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams in the application of Computational Design across all project stages, including complex computational tasks and technical problem-solving.
• Develop and implement computational workflows that improve design exploration, analysis, automation, and delivery.
• Support early-stage design optioneering and data-driven decision making; identify opportunities for automation and workflow improvement.
• Collaborate with BIM, Sustainability, CGI and design teams to develop integrated workflows.
• Support adoption of emerging technologies, including Generative AI where appropriate.
• Contribute to standards, templates and learning resources through successful delivery of training, mentorship and workshops.
• Support regional and global Design Technology initiatives.
• Clearly articulate advanced concepts in a way that team members of all levels can understand.

Qualifications & skills

• Minimum 3 years of experience applying Computational Design in professional practice as an architect or technologist.
• Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Computational Design, Architectural Technology or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• Advanced proficiency of Rhino and Grasshopper; proficiency in Revit, Dynamo and Rhino.Inside workflows.
• Experience with at least one programming language, such as Python, C# or JavaScript.
• Experience developing computational workflows, automation solutions or custom tools.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, highly organized; ability to prioritize and balance workloads.
• Methodical approach to problem-solving.

Desired experience

• Rhino Authorized Trainer certification.
• Ladybug, Honeybee, Climate Studio or related environmental analysis tools.
• Knowledge of BIM concepts and software is beneficial.
• Knowledge of Generative AI within design practice.
• Ability to rapidly pick up new software skills as required.

Benefits

Grimshaw provides a comprehensive benefits package, including fully employer-paid medical, dental, and vision for individual coverage, with dependent coverage available at competitive group rates. Additional benefits include life insurance, Safe Harbor 401(k), 15+ days paid time off, ARE support and annual performance reviews.