Computational Designer - Researcher

About the role

The Computational Designer will work closely with Sherwood’s NY team, learning and contributing to various projects. They will support project work or workflows in Rhino/Grasshopper, Python, GIS, simulation, AI, IoT, or digital-twin-related topics. The role involves organizing research material into clear summaries, diagrams, and work plans, collaborating with Project Managers, Computational Specialists, and other interdisciplinary team members and engineers, and supporting in preparing various components of project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support project work or workflows in Rhino/Grasshopper, Python, GIS, simulation, AI, IoT, or digital-twin-related topics.
• Organize research material into clear summaries, diagrams, and work plans.
• Collaborate regularly with Project Managers, Computational Specialists, and other interdisciplinary team members and engineers to assist in the planning and execution of site analysis, propositional planning frameworks, and engineering frameworks/projects.
• Support in preparing various components of project documentation, including reports, presentations, prototypes, and design drawings.
• Begin active collaboration with team members across different departments.
• Asking clarifying questions when the task is under-defined.

Requirements

• Typically 0 - 2 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Design Engineering, Design Technology, Computational Design, Computer Science, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, or related field.
• Basic knowledge in software tools like Rhino or Grasshopper
• Interest in sustainability and environmental modeling
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment
• Good interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Experience in a consulting environment
• Some knowledge in environmental simulation, especially hydrology modeling, such as HEC-RAS, ladybug, CFD, etc
• Proficiency in technology or softwares, such as GIS, Revit and Dynamo, additive manufacturing, robotics, Blender, Unity, BIM, CAD, Civil 3D is a plus
• Ability in drawing and great design/aesthetic vision is a plus

Benefits

Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year
Flexible working - with every other Friday off
Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans
Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit
Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays
Automatic 401k enrollment
Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work

Pay

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $73,000 to $81,000.