Design Technology Specialist

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Vacation and sick time

Hybrid and flexible schedules

401(k) and stock ownership

Job summary

Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber in Grand Rapids seeks a Design Technology Specialist to support and advance our design technology environment. The role involves troubleshooting complex technical issues, developing Revit/AutoCAD solutions, and maintaining templates, libraries, and deployment processes.

The candidate will evaluate emerging technologies, including AI-based solutions, and provide training to design staff while collaborating with IT and project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, IT or equivalent technical experience.
• Minimum 5+ years in a related technical role.
• Experience with generative design, AR/VR, clash detection, and point cloud integration.
• Strong Autodesk solutions experience in an A/E design environment.
• Programming knowledge in PowerShell, Python, or Dynamo.
• Experience with Electronic Content Management systems (Autodesk Forma).
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; travel to regional offices across states may be required.

Responsibilities

• Partner with IT Helpdesk and design staff to troubleshoot complex technical issues and deliver timely solutions.
• Utilize modern development tools to create custom Revit/AutoCAD solutions.
• Create, maintain, and upgrade Revit templates, families, and libraries.
• Assist with the configuration and deployment of design software and updates.
• Perform Revit model reviews for compliance with best practices and standards.
• Administration of Autodesk Forma environment.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies, including AI-based solutions for IT and internal teams.
• Provide ongoing training and technical guidance to project design staff.
• Contribute to IT projects/tasks outside of design technology when needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Team Leader or Department Director.

Skills

PowerShell

Python

Dynamo

Generative design

AR/VR

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or equivalent

Tools

Autodesk Forma

Job description

Design Technology Specialist

Location: Grand Rapids

Employment Type: Full-Time

For over 70 years Fishbeck has been building. As a 100% employee-owned firm, every team member has a stake in what we build together-our work, our reputation, and our future. Now we need to add a Design Technology Specialistto help us keep building.

Working with ourInformation Technology, you willtroubleshoot complex technical issues, research, evaluate and suggest emerging technologies for implementation.

What You'll Do

• Partner with IT Helpdesk and design staff to troubleshoot complex technical issues and deliver timely solutions.
• Utilize modern development tools to create custom Revit/AutoCAD solutions.
• Create, maintain, and upgrade Revit templates, families, and libraries.
• Assist with the configuration and deployment of design software and updates.
• Perform Revit model reviews for compliance with best practices and standards.
• Administration of our Autodesk Forma (Design Collaboration and Build) environment.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging technologies, including AI-based solutions for IT and internal teams.
• Provide ongoing training and technical guidance to our project design staff.
• Contribute to IT projects/tasks outside of design technology when needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Team Leader or Department Director.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT certifications, or equivalent work experience in a technical role.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a related technical role.
• Experience with related technologies such as generative design, AR/VR, clash detection, and point cloud integration.
• Strong history of application support, with specific experience in Autodesk solutions in an A/E-related design environment.
• Programming knowledge in PowerShell, Python, or Dynamo.
• Experience with Electronic Content Management systems (e.g., Autodesk Forma).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to support both technical and non-technical users.
• Willingness to travel to regional offices across multiple states, with some overnight stays required.

What We Offer

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness reimbursement and activities
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development
• Vacation and sick time, volunteer PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules
• 401(k), profit sharing, and stock ownership opportunities (employee ownership)
• And more!

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.