Design Professional II - Facades

HKS Inc; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

HKS Inc. is seeking an architectural/engineering professional to support façade design and enclosure elements, collaborating with project teams on design and technical resolutions.

The role involves routine architectural and energy analysis tasks, client presentations, and product research, with opportunities to engage in site visits and proposals. Strong BIM, scripting, and software proficiency are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Actively pursuing Architectural or Engineering Registration.
• Typically with 3-5 years of experience.
• Sustainable design accreditation 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.
• Proficiency with thermal engineering software such as LBNL Window, LBNL Therm, LBNL Optics, WUFI, WUFI Mould Index VTT.
• Proficiency with optical, lighting, and daylighting design software such as RADIANCE, Climate Studio, EVALGLARE, Acelerad, Ladybug Tools, ALFA, LARK preferred.
• Proficiency with architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks and 3D modeling preferred.
• Experience in Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup and InDesign graphic software preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred.
• Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
• Knowledge of QA/QC process and building codes
• 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

Responsibilities

• Modifies or creates enclosure sketches, drafted details, 3d models, BIM models, narratives, specifications, reports, and other documentation applying standard architectural and engineering techniques.
• Collaborates with project or team leaders on design and technical resolution of project implementation for a defined portion of a project.
• Performs routine architectural, engineering, and/or energy analysis tasks, including design responsibilities in collaboration with other team members.
• Assists in preparing client presentations and presents project design intent or analysis results.
• Performs product research; assists with enclosure material selection and system research.
• Communicates with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to incorporate information into design, project requirements, and documents as needed.
• Provides guidance and direction to entry-level staff as appropriate.
• May support research of code requirements and engineering standards.
• May attend on-site visits, field reviews, client meetings, or project meetings and document these visits as appropriate.
• May assist in preparing proposals, presentations, schedules, physical samples, or physical models.
• May participate site or factory inspection, audit, or test oversite visits.

Skills

Clear communication

Teamwork

Deadline adherence

Problem solving

Education

Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Actively pursuing Architectural or Engineering Registration

Tools

Grasshopper

Ladybug Tools

Dynamo

Python

C#

Strand

SolidWorks

SJ Mepla

Ansys Mech

LBNL Window

LBNL Therm

LBNL Optics

WUFI

WUFI Mould Index

RADIANCE

Climate Studio

EVALGLARE

Acelerad

LARK

Revit

AutoCAD

Navisworks

3D modeling

Job description

Overview: Supports the LINE Façade Studio while working independently with guidance, focused exclusively on leading-edge façade and enclosure elements. Contributes and assists in design, engineering, and analysis tasks to advance respective projects. Anticipates job expectations; eager to learn and innovate both standard and emerging techniques or knowledge. 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 and according to written and verbal direction with general supervision
• Collaborates with project or team leaders on design and technical resolution of project implementation for a defined portion of a project
• Performs routine architectural, engineering, and/or energy analysis tasks, including design responsibilities in collaboration with other team members
• Assists in preparing client presentations and presents project design intent or analysis results
• Performs product research; assists with enclosure material selection and system research
• Communicates with other disciplines, vendors and contractors to incorporate information into design, project requirements, and documents as needed
• Provides guidance and direction to entry-level staff as appropriate
• May support research of code requirements and engineering standards
• May attend on-site visits, field reviews, client meetings, or project meetings and document these visits as appropriate
• May assist in preparing proposals, presentations, schedules, physical samples, or physical models
• May participate site or factory inspection, audit, or test oversite visits

Qualifications

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field
• Actively pursuing Architectural or Engineering Registration
• Typically with 3-5 years of experience
• Sustainable design accreditation 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
• Proficiency with thermal engineering software such as LBNL Window, LBNL Therm, LBNL Optics, WUFI, WUFI Mould Index VTT
• Proficiency with optical, lighting, and daylighting design software such as RADIANCE, Climate Studio, EVALGLARE, Acelerad, Ladybug Tools, ALFA, LARK preferred
• Proficiency with architectural software such as Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks and 3D modeling preferred
• Experience in Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketchup and InDesign graphic software preferred
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite preferred
• Knowledge of sustainability and integrated design guidelines
• Knowledge of QA/QC process and building codes
• 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

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HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance. Our 1,600 people in 29 offices are united by the belief that an environmental, social and governance approach to design achieves design excellence. In 2023, we became a carbon neutral firm. We value honesty, diversity and inclusion and we celebrate creative thinking. In partnership with our clients and collaborators, we craft powerful ideas and solutions. Together we create places that stand apart.

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