Design Technology Assistant-REVIT

OTJ Architects; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

OTJ Architects is seeking a Design Technology Assistant to join our Design Technology team. This hybrid role can be based in Chicago or DC, with 2–3 days on-site. Ideal for someone with architecture or design tech background and a focus on BIM, Revit, and digital workflows.

The position supports project teams, Troubleshoots Revit/ACC/Enscape/Bluebeam, develops standards, documentation, and training materials, and helps implement OTJ BIM workflows.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Design.
• Basic understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, and networking concepts.
• Familiarity with design technology tools and processes.
• Strong knowledge of Revit.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Strong willingness to learn new technology.
• Candidates with experience in a MEP engineering firm given preference.

Responsibilities

• Provide first-line Design Technology support to OTJ staff, with emphasis on Revit and BIM workflows.
• Troubleshoot issues involving Revit, ACC, Enscape, Bluebeam, and other design applications.
• Assist with Revit model troubleshooting, standards, templates, content, and OTJ BIM workflows.
• Support team members in following established Design Technology standards and procedures.
• Develop and maintain training materials, quick-reference guides, and internal documentation for Design Technology tools.
• Provide one-on-one and group support and training for Revit, BIM, collaboration, and visualization workflows.
• Identify recurring user issues and work with the Design Technology team to improve standards, documentation, and processes.
• Assist with testing new software versions, updates, plug-ins, and DT workflows before broader deployment.
• Support visualization and rendering workflows using approved OTJ tools, including Enscape and Adobe Firefly where appropriate.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Architecture or Design

Tools

Revit

Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)

Enscape

Bluebeam

Job description

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Id:194

# of Openings:1

Job Description:
OTJ is seeking a Design Technology Assistant to join our Design Technology team, this is a hybrid position and candidate should be in Chicago or DC and able to come in 2-3 days a week. This is an early-career position ideal for someone with a background in architecture, engineering, or design technology who is interested in building their career around BIM, digital design workflows, and technology enablement.

The Design Technology Assistant will provide day-to-day support to OTJ project teams, with a primary focus on Revit and BIM workflows. The position will assist with troubleshooting, standards, documentation, training, software testing, collaboration tools, and visualization workflows.

The ideal candidate has strong foundational Revit skills, enjoys solving technical problems, and is comfortable working directly with architects, designers, and engineers to help them use technology effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Provide first-line Design Technology supporttoOTJ staff, with an emphasis on Revit and BIM-related workflows.
• Troubleshoot issues involving Revit, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC),Enscape, Bluebeam, and other design applications.
• Assist with Revit model troubleshooting, standards, templates, content, and established OTJ BIM workflows.
• Support team members in following established Design Technology standards and procedures.
• Develop and maintain training materials, quick-reference guides, and internal documentation for Design Technology tools.
• Provide one-on-one and group support and training for Revit, BIM, collaboration, and visualization workflows.
• Identify recurring user issues and work with the Design Technology team to improve standards, documentation, and processes.
• Assist with testing new software versions, updates, plug-ins, and Design Technology workflows before broader deployment.
• Support visualization and rendering workflows using approved OTJ tools, includingEnscapeand Adobe Firefly where appropriate.
• Research Design Technology tools and workflow improvements as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Pursuing or recently completed an Associate’s orBachelor’s degree inArchitecture or Design
• Basic understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, and networking concepts
• Familiarity withdesign technology tools and processes
• Strong knowledge ofRevit
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
• Strong willingness to learn new technology
• Candidates with experiencein a MEP engineering firm given preference

About OTJ:
OTJ is a premier architecture and design firm with offices in Washington, D.C., New York City, Miami, San Francisco, Boston, Dallas, and Chicago. For 35+ years we have experienced an unparalleled and uninterrupted growth trajectory fueled by the design of award-winning projects for leading organizations across North America. We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive team as we continue our dynamic growth. We are now poised to further expand our reach and believe your skills and experience will be an asset to the ongoing success of our team. We are confident that OTJ will offer you the opportunity to do your best, most creative work in a dynamic atmosphere that welcomes fresh ideas.

Application:
Qualified candidates should send resume to [e-mail] and the body of the email must include the following:

• If you are pursuing or recently completed an Associates or Bachelors degree in Architecture or Design
• Your level of experience with computer hardware, operating systems, and networking concepts
• Number of years of Revit experience
• Experience with design technology tools and processes
• If authorized to work in the US without current or future need for sponsorship
• If local to the DC or Chicago area

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
OTJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.