Hybrid Design Technology Specialist - BIM & Workflows

HOK; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

10 paid holidays

4 weeks PTO with cash out option

401(k) with matching

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life and AD&D coverage

Job summary

HOK, a global design firm, seeks a Design Technology Specialist in Houston, TX, for the Corporate Advanced Technology Group. This hybrid role requires on-site presence three days weekly, focusing on advancing the firm’s digital practice across disciplines.

You will guide project teams in advanced design tech, develop standards, and stay current with BIM and computational design trends while mentoring others and shaping sustainable workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Information Technology, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in BIM, 3D modeling, computational design, or related digital practice roles.
• Experience with scripting or automation tools (e.g., Python, Dynamo, Grasshopper).
• Experience with visualization, simulation, or analysis platforms (AR/VR, CFD, energy modeling, daylighting tools).
• LEED Green Associate or LEED AP accreditation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance to project teams on implementing advanced design technology techniques, tools, and workflows.
• Deliver project-based insights and feedback to shape standards and innovation initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted resource in all phases of project delivery with hands-on support.
• Stay current with design software advancements, BIM technologies, and emerging digital methods.
• Conduct research on new technologies and evaluate opportunities for firmwide adoption.
• Contribute to high-quality project deliverables using advanced modeling, computation, or analytic methods.
• Mentor and coach team members on best practices for digital workflows, modeling, analysis, visualization, and sustainability-aligned design approaches.
• Support green workplace and sustainability initiatives through responsible digital practices.

Skills

BIM expertise

Computational design

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Mentoring colleagues

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/IT

LEED Green Associate or LEED AP (preferred)

Tools

Revit

Python

Dynamo

Grasshopper

CFD/energy modeling tools

Job description

HOK, a global design firm, seeks a Design Technology Specialist in Houston, TX, for the Corporate Advanced Technology Group. This hybrid role requires on-site presence three days weekly, focusing on advancing the firm’s digital practice across disciplines.

You will guide project teams in advanced design tech, develop standards, and stay current with BIM and computational design trends while mentoring others and shaping sustainable workflows.