Computational Engineering Design Specialist

Aecom; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Computational Engineering Design Specialist to develop and implement automated design workflows. This mid-senior level role requires expertise in parametric engineering design and BIM platforms like Revit and Dynamo. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement and provides opportunities to work on varied engineering projects while advancing automation tools within AECOM's Enterprise Capabilities Team.

Benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Global well-being program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computational Engineering or related field.
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in design automation.
• Proficiency in BIM platforms and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement automated design workflows.
• Create complex parametric content for automation tools.
• Collaborate on international design automation initiatives.

Skills

Digital production platforms

Parametric engineering design

Automation tools development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computational Engineering, Engineering Design, or related

Tools

Revit

Dynamo

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

Computational Engineering Design Specialist2 months ago Be among the first 25 applicantsCompany DescriptionJob DescriptionAECOM is seeking a Computational Engineering Design Specialist to assist with developing / implementing automated design workflows and tools.

This role is being created within our Enterprise Capabilities Team and the successful candidate will report to the Computational Design Leader.This person will assist with the development / implementation of globally applicable automation tools and processes, in addition to working on design projects to further develop workflow definitions and test tools that have been created in a project production setting.This role in South Africa offers the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement, a combination of remote and office work schedules.

AECOM has offices in Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, and Pretoria (Centurion).Job DescriptionThis role requires expertise in several different areas, including : Expert user of digital production platforms in the domain of computational and parametric engineering design; At least one of the following technology stacks : Revit + Dynamo, Rhino + Grasshopper.

Knowledge of more than one platform, including Generative Components, will be considered as a plus.Creator and author of definitions using out of the box nodes tools within the defined platforms.

The ability to create and maintaining custom nodes using Python and / or C# is also preferrable.Parametric modelling, creation and development of smart objects (i.e.

Revit Families using adaptive components), with customisable functionality and custom-built parameters for automationDigital tools deployment, ensure that development is focused on production team usage, for example, automated workflows that can be operated by Revit users using Dynamo Player or Orkestra.Key responsibilities : Work with project teams to accurately capture the requirements of any workflow we are seeking to automate, to create a specification for the tools and content that will be required to achieve the automation aim.Create and author definitions that satisfy the aims of the automation workflow, so that the tool need can be validated, and deployed in production.Contribute to the creation of advanced parametric content that will be required by many of the automation tools being created.Production of 3D BIM project models aligned to project specified BIM requirements using Autodesk RevitIn collaboration with AECOM Digital Delivery global and the Digital Engineering Leads, engage on design automation initiatives across global regions for multiple design disciplinesAdvise and provide support for interoperability procedures between authoring software, and interfacing CAD / BIM & Analysis software packages.Support the development of computational engineering standards and best practices, through non-project design technology workshops.Open and willing to be flexible regarding taking on varied types of work, learn and develop new skills for digital project delivery whilst supporting the project teams with traditional deliverables.QualificationsMinimum RequirementsBachelor's degree in Computational Engineering, Engineering Design, Architecture, or Information Management, or related discipline plus at least 2-3 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and / or educationVery good working knowledge of BIM Platforms complimentary to using authoring tools (i.e.

Proven track record of design automation experience using the required platforms.Proven track record of the ability to create complex parametric content (predominantly Revit families), for use with automation tools.Technical design and construction knowledge in engineering design and construction.Preferred QualificationsWorking knowledge of any of the following will be considered favourable : Revit SDK, Dynamo SDK, Forge APIs, Rhinoceros SDK, Grasshopper SDK, RhinoInside, RhinoCompute (Hops), Bentley Connect SDK, Python, C#Experience within Building, Transportation or Water / P&P design projectsArchitecture, Engineering or Computational Design degree or similar professional educationGood communication skills (oral and written), and able to be an individual contributor during internal / external workshops and trainings.Additional InformationAdditional InformationAECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families.

We also provide a robust global well-being program.

We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together – your growth and success are ours too.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.With infrastructure investment accelerating worldwide, our services are in great demand, and there's never been a better time to be at AECOM!

Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families.

We also provide a robust global well-being program.

We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together – your growth and success are ours too.About AECOMAECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.

On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges.

Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.

AECOM is a Fortune firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year .

See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at and @AECOM.Freedom to Grow in a World of OpportunityYou will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options.

Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families.

We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together – your growth and success are ours too.Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.ReqID : REFNBusiness Line : PPMBusiness Group : DCSStrategic Business Unit : Enterprise CapabilitiesCareer Area : Digital & Engineering TechnologyWork Location Model : HybridLegal Entity : AECOM SASeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionDesign, Art / Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustriesArchitecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and ConstructionReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at AECOM by 2xGet notified about new Design Specialist jobs in Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa.Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa 2 weeks agoMidrand, Gauteng, South Africa 2 weeks agoBedfordview, Gauteng, South Africa 6 days agoEnvironmentally Sustainable Design (ESD) ConsultantIllovo, Gauteng, South Africa 2 weeks agoCreative Content Designer – Digital, Print & VideoRandburg, Gauteng, South Africa 6 days agoSandton, Gauteng, South Africa 2 days agoSenior Design Manager - MultidisciplinaryCenturion, Gauteng, South Africa 3 weeks agoJohannesburg Metropolitan Area 5 days agoLearning Experiences Designer SpecialistPretoria, Gauteng, South Africa 3 weeks agoJohannesburg Metropolitan Area 6 days agoUX / UI Designer (Vitality Drive International) - Talent PoolWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way.

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