Design Professional I - Facades

HKS, Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HKS, Inc. is seeking a qualified professional to support the LINE Façade Studio with design, drafting, BIM modeling, narratives, and technical documentation. You will work under supervision, collaborate with leaders on technical/design aspects, and perform energy analyses as part of project delivery.

The role emphasizes communication, teamwork, and meeting deadlines, with potential involvement in proposals and external meetings. Travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• On the path to Architectural or Engineering Registration.
• Typically 0–3 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Modifies or creates enclosure sketches, drafted details, 3d models, BIM models, narratives, specifications, reports, and other documentation applying standard architectural and engineering techniques.
• Works closely with project or team leaders on all technical and design aspects of project implementation.
• Performs routine architectural, engineering, and energy analysis assignments, including design responsibilities in collaboration with other team members.
• Quality check of own work and meeting deadlines.
• Assignments may include higher‑level work for training/development purposes.
• May attend external meetings and represent the team, HKS, and discipline.
• May assist in preparing proposals, presentations, schedules, physical samples, or models.
• Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues with internal and external team members.
• May participate site or factory inspection, audit, or test oversight visits.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Time management

Travel availability

Education

Accredited degree in Architecture/Engineering

Path to licensure (Architect/Engineer)

0–3 years experience (entry level)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Rhino

SketchUp

Grasshopper

Ladybug Tools

Dynamo

Python

C#

Strand

SolidWorks

Energy modeling tools

RADIANCE

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

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.

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 techniques
• Works closely with project or team leaders on all technical and design aspects of project implementation
• Performs routine architectural, engineering, and/or energy analysis assignments, including design responsibilities in collaboration with other team members
• Responsible for checking the quality and accuracy of one’s own work
• Responsible for meeting agreed deadlines
• Assignments may include higher‑level work for training/development purposes.
• May attend external meetings as appropriate and represent the team, HKS, and discipline
• May assist in preparing proposals, presentations, schedules, physical samples, or physical models
• Participates in team meetings to discuss project issues, including process management, design, technical, and/or coordination issues with internal and external team members and disciplines
• May participate site or factory inspection, audit, or test oversite visits

Qualifications

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field
• On the path to Architectural or Engineering Registration
• Typically with 0-3 years of experience
• Sustainable design accreditation preferred
• Knowledge of architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, Sketchup and 3D modeling preferred
• Knowledge of scripting and parametric modeling software such as Grasshopper, Ladybug Tools, Dynamo, Python, C# preferred
• Awareness of structural analysis software such as Strand, Solidworks, SJ Mepla, Ansys Mech preferred
• Awareness of thermal engineering software such as LBNL Window, LBNL Therm, LBNL Optics, WUFI, WUFI Mould Index VTT preferred
• Awareness of optical, lighting, and daylighting design software such as RADIANCE, Climate Studio, EVALGLARE, Acelerad, Ladybug Tools, ALFA, LARK preferred
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign graphic software preferred
• Awareness of energy modeling tools such as Energy Plus, Design Builder, IES VE preferred
• Awareness of façade and building enclosure role in supporting energy efficiency, sustainability, and human factors performance of buildings
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
• Knowledge of building codes
• Knowledge of engineering design standards
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve and collaborate on innovative solutions
• Ability to work in team environment
• Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
• Travel 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