Design Technology Lead

BSA Lifestructures Inc•Carmel, IN

28d•Hybrid

About The Position

The purpose of this position is to bridge the worlds of design, data, and automation. This role will focus on process innovation, AI integration, and information management; helping our design and planning teams move toward a future where model data and user interactions are seamlessly connected. The Design Technology Lead will play a pivotal role in leading the internal development of tools, workflows, and automation strategies that enhance creativity, efficiency, and collaboration across disciplines.

Requirements

Strategic Thinking: Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals. Strategic mindset with the ability to connect technology solutions to design intent.
Effective communication skills: Strong communication skills via verbal communication, written communication, graphics and through active listening. Ability to read and interpret information necessary to translate to others in a concise manner. Collaborative communicator comfortable leading cross-disciplinary conversations.
Critical thinking skills: Able to see issues in their broadest perspective and offer in-depth analysis, engage in discussions, and utilize dynamic problem-solving skills.
Strong analytical skills: Able to gather relevant data using appropriate methodologies and analyze that data to assist in making important business decisions.
Ownership Mentality:  Possesses a sense of ownership in all deliverables. Utilizes knowledge and opportunity to continually strive for excellence within an empowering culture. Collaborates and supports fellow employee-owners in ongoing improvements. Understands personal accountability within their role in the company.  
Computer skills required: Microsoft Windows environment, Microsoft Office: Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Strong proficiency in C#, Revit API, and data management workflows.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Minimum three years of experience and proven experience with automation, parametric design, or AI-driven workflows.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Python, JavaScript, or API integrations is a plus.
Work within the A/E/C industry preferred.
Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Process Automation & Data Management
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies
Develop and deploy C# scripts, Dynamo routines, and automation workflows that enhance design productivity.
Create data pipelines that can receive and process information from web-based applications.
Collaborate on incorporating AI into design workflows (CustomGPT tools, diffusion modeling, API-based assistants).
Build and test AI agents that assist with process automation and intelligent data exchange.
Collaborate in the evaluation and integration of approved emerging technologies, as directed, into BSA’s design process.
Partner with IT and project teams to ensure smooth deployment and adoption of new tools.
Work closely with Design and Planning leadership to align technology development with design vision.
Serve as a bridge between architecture, MEPT, interiors, planning, and software development partners to create unified data environments.
Mentoring and/or sharing knowledge with others in the firm.
Promote company reputation through good client relations and branded materials.
May be required to perform other duties as assigned.