Computational Designer

Arup; Warszawa; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup in Poland invites a Computational Designer to join a growing Europe Central team spanning Warsaw, Kraków and Amsterdam. You will translate engineering challenges into practical digital solutions, build automation workflows and develop tools using Grasshopper, C#, Python, and BIM/CAD APIs.

You will collaborate with engineers and multidisciplinary teams, map workflows, and drive adoption of new digital tools. Excellent communication in English is essential; Polish is preferred.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience 4+ years in computational design or engineering automation.
• Strong capability in Grasshopper and C#. Python and BIM/CAD automation are valuable.
• Experience developing plugins or API integrations for Autodesk, Tekla or Bentley products.
• Familiarity with Revit and Rhino.Inside is beneficial.
• Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder-engagement skills with fluent English; Polish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translate engineering challenges into practical digital solutions, scripts and reusable automation workflows.
• Engage with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to map processes and define clear requirements.
• Develop and implement tools using Grasshopper, C#, Python and engineering software APIs.
• Present proposed solutions, gather feedback and support teams in adopting new tools.
• Collaborate across disciplines and projects, sharing knowledge beyond a narrow coding remit.

Skills

Grasshopper

C#

Python

Parametric design

BIM/CAD automation

English (fluent)

Engineering problem solving

Tools

Autodesk plugins/APIs

Tekla

Bentley tools

Revit

Rhino.Inside

Job description

Warsaw or Kraków, Poland

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Poland.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world.Our Europe Central computational design team develops automation workflows, parametric models and digital tools that help engineers work more efficiently. Based across Warsaw, Krakow and Amsterdam, the team supports projects and disciplines including structural engineering, BIM, aviation, MEP and project management.

Warsaw or Kraków, Poland Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Poland. Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Our Europe Central computational design team develops automation workflows, parametric models and digital tools that help engineers work more efficiently. Based across Warsaw, Krakow and Amsterdam, the team supports projects and disciplines including structural engineering, BIM, aviation, MEP and project management. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a growing Poland-based capability and create visible impact on live engineering projects. You will work directly with engineers to understand complex challenges, map workflows and develop practical automation solutions that improve quality, efficiency and consistency. As a Computational Designer At Arup, You Will

• Translate engineering challenges into practical digital solutions, scripts and reusable automation workflows.
• Engage with engineers and multidisciplinary teams to understand needs, map processes and define clear requirements.
• Develop and implement tools using technologies such as Grasshopper, C#, Python and relevant engineering software APIs.
• Present proposed solutions, gather feedback and support teams in adopting new digital tools and ways of working.
• Collaborate across disciplines and projects, sharing knowledge and contributing beyond a narrow coding remit.

Does this role inspire you?We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about digital innovation in the built environment and motivated by making engineering work more effective. You do not need to meet every criterion exactly. If this opportunity excites you and you believe you can contribute, we encourage you to apply.

• An engineering background in structural, civil, architectural, bridge, BIM, geospatial engineering or a related built-environment discipline, together with relevant professional experience.
• Hands-on experience 4+ years in computational design or engineering automation, with strong capability in Grasshopper and C#. Python, parametric design and BIM/CAD automation are also valuable.
• Experience developing plugins or API integrations for engineering platforms such as Autodesk, Tekla or Bentley products. Familiarity with Revit and Rhino.Inside would be beneficial.
• The ability to understand engineering problems, map workflows and turn them into clear, usable digital solutions across disciplines.
• Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder-engagement skills, with fluent English. Polish language skills are preferred, although strong English-speaking candidates are welcome to apply.
• Additional experience with agentic AI or 3D reinforcement workflows would be welcomed but is not essential.

Why Arup?At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share programme, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programmes and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Flexible Working: Benefit from a hybrid approach that supports collaboration, connection and flexibility, aligned with team and project needs.
• Well-being and Culture: Join a supportive, inclusive environment where individuality is encouraged and people connect across disciplines, offices and cultures.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please visit our Candidate Support page for contact information and assistance. We're happy to help.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?