Computational Designer

Primary location:ChicagoIllinois
Relocation offered:Yes
Employment status:Full-Time
Travel: No
Non-compete:No

The estimated base salary range for this role is $78000 to $90000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location skills and expertise experience and other relevant factors

Turf Designs Computational Designer is responsible for assisting the development verification and execution of computational tools for the design-to-fabrication process and assisting the Computational Design Team with organizational goals.

Whats in it for you

• Work at the cutting edge of computational design and digital fabrication.
• Collaborate with a passionate creative team shaping innovative products from concept to manufacturing.
• Opportunitiesfor professional growth with exposure to advanced tools technologies and workflows.

What will you do

• Assist the Computational Design Team on new software development and maintenance.
• Translate design intent into computational logic that supports fabrication and documentation.

• Assist with the training and implementation of new tools and processes.
• Improve and update existing design software and parametric tools as new variables and limitations are encountered.
• Verify new and existing tools for custom design projects including review of machining steps.
• Collaborate with end-users to optimize UI/UX workflows and address any considerations that might impact product design and manufacturing.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Architecture Computational Design Industrial Design or related field.
• 2-3 years experience in Computational design or fabrication environment ideally involving parametric modeling scripting/programming CAD/CAM software digital fabrication workflows or related field.
• Proficiency in Python Grasshopper and Rhino3D

What will make you successful

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of Object-Oriented Programming.
• Highly adaptable and able to offer creative reliable solutions for complex ambiguous problems.
• Understand the architectural specification process and production of shop drawings.
• Comfortable in high-tolerance CAD/CAM production environment via CNC.
• Ability to clearly communicate conceptual ideas and complex information to both technical and non-technical audience.
• Strong portfolio showcasing innovative computational design and digital fabrication projects.
• Passion for computational design thinking and a curiosity to learn.

What will make you stand out

• Masters degree in Architecture Computational Design Industrial Design or related field
• Experience with C# React ML pipelines
• Demonstrates basic skills in Revit
• Basic understanding of Git and CI/CD workflows

Why should you join Turf Design a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is anAmericas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue AWI has about 3700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America.

At home at work in healthcare facilities classrooms stores or restaurants we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort save time improve building efficiency and overall performance and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 160 years we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then and it sets us apart now along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people were here to serve - our customers our shareholders our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live work learn heal and play. Its an exciting rewarding business to be in and were committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

Bringing our Purpose to Life - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable innovative solutions for spaces where we live work learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race sex color national origin ethnicity gender protected veteran status disability sexual orientation gender identity or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisitionand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!