Computational Designer — Digital Fabrication Innovator

Armstrong group; Gilberts (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cutting-edge design

Creative team

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Armstrong World Industries in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Computational Designer to support the design-to-fabrication process, developing and maintaining computational tools for the design team.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Architecture/Computational Design or related field, 2–3 years in computational design or fabrication, and proficiency in Python, Grasshopper, and Rhino3D. Relocation offered; full-time position with room to grow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Computational Design, Industrial Design, or related field.
• 2-3 years’ experience in Computational design or fabrication environment ideally involving parametric modeling, scripting/programming, CAD/CAM software, digital fabrication workflows or related field.
• Proficiency in Python, Grasshopper, and Rhino3D

Responsibilities

• Assist the Computational Design Team on new software development and maintenance.
• Translate design intent into computational logic that supports fabrication and documentation.
• Assist with the training and implementation of new tools and processes.
• Improve and update existing design software and parametric tools as new variables and limitations are encountered.
• Verify new and existing tools for custom design projects, including review of machining steps.
• Collaborate with end-users to optimize UI/UX workflows and address any considerations that might impact product design and manufacturing.

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Computational Design, Industrial Design, or related field

Tools

Python

Grasshopper

Rhino3D

Job description

Armstrong World Industries in Chicago, IL, is seeking a Computational Designer to support the design-to-fabrication process, developing and maintaining computational tools for the design team.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Architecture/Computational Design or related field, 2–3 years in computational design or fabrication, and proficiency in Python, Grasshopper, and Rhino3D. Relocation offered; full-time position with room to grow.