Digital Fabrication & Computation Specialist

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Tuition remission

Retirement plans with employer contributions

Job summary

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority is hiring a Digital Technology Specialist on the Long Island (Old Westbury) campus. This role supports students and faculty with digital fabrication and emerging technologies while collaborating across campuses.

Requirements include a background in digital fabrication and proficiency with Rhino and Grasshopper. The position offers a competitive salary between $65,000 and $75,000 annually and emphasizes inclusive practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Design, Engineering, Digital Fabrication, Computational Design, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in digital fabrication, design technology, or related professional/academic environments.
• Advanced proficiency with Rhino and Grasshopper.
• Experience with multiple fabrication technologies such as CNC milling, laser cutting, 3D printing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary technical specialist within digital fabrication laboratories.
• Maintain and troubleshoot digital fabrication systems including CNC milling and laser cutting.
• Support computational design workflows emphasizing Rhino and Grasshopper.
• Assist with projects involving robotics, Arduino, and embedded electronics.

Skills

Digital fabrication

Rhino

Grasshopper

Robotic fabrication

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

CNC milling

Laser cutting

3D printing

Arduino

Raspberry Pi

Job description

New York State Energy Research and Development Authority is hiring a Digital Technology Specialist on the Long Island (Old Westbury) campus. This role supports students and faculty with digital fabrication and emerging technologies while collaborating across campuses.

Requirements include a background in digital fabrication and proficiency with Rhino and Grasshopper. The position offers a competitive salary between $65,000 and $75,000 annually and emphasizes inclusive practices.