Design Professional I - Facades

HKS, Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

HKS, Inc. in New York seeks an early-career design professional to support the LINE Facade Studio with enclosure sketches, BIM models, and related drawings under supervision.

You will collaborate with project leaders on technical and design aspects, perform basic architectural and energy analyses, and help ensure quality and timely delivery while building licensure-focused skills. The role emphasizes teamwork, sustainable facade strategies, and development opportunities within a leading

Qualifications

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• On the path to Architectural or Engineering Registration.
• Typically 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 preferred.
• Awareness of optical, lighting, and daylighting design software such as RADIANCE, Climate Studio, EVALGLARE preferred.
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign preferred.
• Awareness of energy modeling tools such as Energy Plus, Design Builder, IES VE preferred.
• Awareness of facade and building enclosure role in energy efficiency and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Modifies or creates enclosure sketches, drafted details, 3d models, BIM models, narratives, specifications, reports, and other documentation.
• 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.
• 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 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 and coordination.
• May participate in site or factory inspections.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

multitasking

Problem-solving

Education

Accredited professional degree

Path to licensure

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Rhino

SketchUp

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Python

C#

Strand

SolidWorks

LBNL Window

EnergyPlus

Job description

Overview

Supports the LINE Facade Studio using a wide range of developing professional skills focused exclusively on leading-edge facade 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 facade 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

HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/Veteran