Computational Designer

Arcadis • Los Angeles, CA

2h • $78,000 - $129,000 • Remote

About The Position

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. Role description: Arcadis is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Computational Designer to join our data-driven design team. This position offers a unique opportunity to work across multiple practice sectors, expanding your portfolio while collaborating with senior professionals on local and international projects. Our projects range from buildings to neighborhood master plans, urban design, transit-oriented development (TOD), transit planning, streetscape design, parks, and residential development for both public and private sector clients. If you are passionate about driving digital transformation and leading the industry in computational design, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity at Arcadis. Our team offers flexibility regarding the candidate's location. The successful candidate will have the option to work from any of our offices throughout the United States or remotely.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Design, Computational Design, Interactive Media Design, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, or related fields (Master's Degree preferred)
• Strong skills in Rhino and Grasshopper for building complex parametric models
• Knowledge of programming languages (Python or C# highly preferred)
• 1 to 2 years of relevant experience in a professional Urban Design, Planning, Landscape Architectural, or Architectural firm preferred
• Project portfolio showcasing parametric modeling
• Ability to multi-task with a keen eye for detail and precision
• Ability to deliver in challenging project timeframes and deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Eagerness to learn and work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Critical thinking skills to develop innovative solutions

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement computational design expertise across the firm
• Build computational models for various projects
• Gather and manage data, including database management
• Create presentation materials and assist with project proposals
• Develop internal tools for efficiency and excellence
• Collaborate with internal and external clients to understand their needs and develop strategies
• Stay abreast of new and emerging technologies, best practices, and software applications
• Build technical expertise across the firm and provide continuing education
• Communicate technical ideas in an accessible manner
• Build quality relationships with team members and across the organization

Benefits

• Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year.
• The salary range for this position is $78,000 - $129,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees