Design Professional I - Facades

Overview Supports the LINE Façade Studio using a wide range of developing professional skills focused exclusively on leading-edge façade and enclosure elements. Performs fundamental design, engineering, and analysis tasks requiring application of standard and emerging techniques or knowledge while working under general supervision. Creative, open-minded, embodies professionalism and accountability, provides and receives rational feedback, uses respectful language, and is ready to surmount conventional thinking. Responsibilities Modifies or creates enclosure sketches, drafted details, 3d models, BIM models, narratives, specifications, reports, and other documentation applying standard architectural and engineering techniquesWorks closely with project or team leaders on all technical and design aspects of project implementationPerforms routine architectural, engineering, and/or energy analysis assignments, including design responsibilities in collaboration with other team membersResponsible for checking the quality and accuracy of one’s own workResponsible for meeting agreed deadlinesAssignments may include higher-level work for training/development purposes.May attend external meetings as appropriate and represent the team, HKS, and disciplineMay assist in preparing proposals, presentations, schedules, physical samples, or physical modelsParticipates in team meetings to discuss project issues, including process management, design, technical, and/or coordination issues with internal and external team members and disciplinesMay participate site or factory inspection, audit, or test oversite visits Qualifications Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related fieldOn the path to Architectural or Engineering RegistrationTypically with 0-3 years of experienceSustainable design accreditation preferredKnowledge of architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Sketchup and 3D modeling preferredKnowledge of scripting and parametric modeling software such as Grasshopper, Ladybug Tools, Dynamo, Python, C# preferredAwareness of structural analysis software such as Strand, Solidworks, SJ Mepla, Ansys Mech preferredAwareness of thermal engineering software such as LBNL Window, LBNL Therm, LBNL Optics, WUFI, WUFI Mould Index VTT preferredAwareness of optical, lighting, and daylighting design software such as RADIANCE, Climate Studio, EVALGLARE, Acelerad, Ladybug Tools, ALFA, LARK preferredKnowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign graphic software preferredAwareness of energy modeling tools such as Energy Plus, Design Builder, IES VE preferredAwareness of façade and building enclosure role in supporting energy efficiency, sustainability, and human factors performance of buildingsProficiency in MS Office Suite preferredKnowledge of building codesKnowledge of engineering design standardsAbility to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writingAbility to problem solve and collaborate on innovative solutionsAbility to work in team environmentAbility to work on multiple projects at the same timeAbility to effectively meet deadlines at expected qualityTravel may be required If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal. HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran