Façade Design Associate — BIM & 3D Modeling

HKS INC; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HKS INC is seeking an entry‑level façade/engineering designer to support advanced enclosure design and analysis. You will create sketches, BIM models, and technical documents under supervision, collaborating with project leads on design and execution across disciplines.

The role emphasizes accuracy, deadline discipline, and ongoing learning in architectural software, sustainability, and energy-related design. Travel and site/ factory oversight may be required.

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 Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp and 3D modeling preferred.
• Knowledge of scripting and parametric modeling software such as Grasshopper, Dynamo, Python, C# preferred.
• Awareness of structural and energy modeling software is a plus.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Modifies or creates enclosure sketches, drafted details, 3D models, BIM models and documentation using standard techniques.
• Works with project leaders on technical and design aspects of implementation.
• Performs routine architectural and engineering analyses and collaborations.
• Checks own work for quality and accuracy; meets deadlines.
• May attend external meetings and represent the team and firm.
• Assists in preparing proposals, presentations, schedules, samples or models.
• Participates in team discussions on project issues and coordination.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited professional degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Rhino

SketchUp

Grasshopper

Dynamo

Python

3D modeling software

Energy modeling tools

Job description

HKS INC is seeking an entry‑level façade/engineering designer to support advanced enclosure design and analysis. You will create sketches, BIM models, and technical documents under supervision, collaborating with project leads on design and execution across disciplines.

The role emphasizes accuracy, deadline discipline, and ongoing learning in architectural software, sustainability, and energy-related design. Travel and site/ factory oversight may be required.