Senior Computational Designer (Remote Work Option)

CDM Smith; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Computational Designer to lead digital transformation in design technology. This role involves driving innovation in computational design, mentoring team members, and collaborating across disciplines to solve complex architectural and engineering challenges. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience with BIM applications and a passion for leveraging technology to enhance design processes. Join a forward-thinking team that values continuous learning and creativity, and make a significant impact on the future of design automation in the AEC industry.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in AEC design technology with a Bachelor's degree.
• Proven ability in computational design and AEC design automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects solving design challenges using BIM and computational design tools.
• Mentor team members and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Skills

AEC design automation

computational design

visual scripting (Dynamo, Grasshopper)

communication skills

critical thinking

Python

C#

DevOps practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Civil3D

AutoCAD

Plant3D

Rhino

Grasshopper

Bentley applications

Generative Components

GitHub

Azure

Job description

41238BR

Requisition ID: 41238BR

Business Unit: COR

Job Description: CDM Smith is seeking a Senior Computational Designer to join our Digital Engineering Solutions team. This individual will be a key leader within the Design Technology group, driving the firm’s digital transformation in design automation, computational design strategies, and BIM technologies by providing strategic guidance, technological vision, and solution development. This group specifically creates computational solutions to complex architecture, engineering, and environmental science problems with BIM/CAD/computational design technologies from a design technology perspective. This position is for a person who has demonstrated excellence in computational design capabilities, is highly experienced with AEC design technologies, and excels at framing problems, shaping & creating solutions, and championing implementation. As a senior member of the Digital Engineering Solutions team, the Design Technology group will also engage in research and development and provide strategic oversight to the AEC practices at CDM Smith, engaging in new product research, testing, and the incubation of innovative ideas that arise from around the company.

The ideal candidate will have a proven record in the field of computational design technology, with a mindset of continuous learning and curiosity leading to tangible results.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Leading and overseeing projects of solving design and process challenges using BIM applications and computational design tools such as Autodesk Revit/Civil3D/AutoCAD/Plant3D and Dynamo, Rhino and Grasshopper, Bentley applications and Generative Components, and other associated digital tools and code languages such as Python/C#.
2. Providing strategic direction and technical leadership to the team and across the organization.
3. Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
4. Collaborating as part of a multidisciplinary team across a global practice, building and maintaining excellent interpersonal relationships.
5. Leading and driving initiatives and efforts, with your BIM, CAD, and computational design expertise.
6. Staying at the forefront of the latest developments and advancements, including new and emerging technologies & best practices and new tools & software applications impacting digital design – and how they could impact CDM Smith.
7. Developing and maintaining documentation, standards, best practices, and workflows for design technology hardware/software in use across the business.
8. Presenting to both internal and external audiences, representing the company at industry events and conferences.
9. Performing other miscellaneous tasks associated with being a senior member of the Digital Engineering Solutions team as required.

Job Title: Senior Computational Designer (Remote Work Option)

Group: COR

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree.
2. 6 years of relevant experience.
3. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
2. Experience in the AEC Industry highly preferred.

EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Skills and Abilities:

1. Expert knowledge and proven ability in the area of AEC design automation/computational design.
2. Extensive experience with visual scripting tools like Dynamo, Grasshopper, and Generative Components.
3. Inquisitive, with a desire to ask questions to gain a deeper understanding of business issues. Passionate about helping AEC business lines drive their success in using design technology and design automation.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate well with people from both technical and non-technical backgrounds.
5. Innovative and able to apply critical thinking skills to generate new solutions/ideas that create value and improve processes.
6. Detail-oriented with the ability to lead and execute highly complex or specialized projects.
7. Proficient in Python and C#, with experience using these languages to create custom tools and integrate with Autodesk Platform Services (APS) and other APIs is considered an asset.
8. Proficiency in DevOps practices, GitHub, Azure, and/or other development infrastructure, along with knowledge of project management and agile development processes are considered assets.