Computational Designer Job

Travel:

No
Non-compete: No

The estimated base salary range for this role is “$78,000 to $90,000” per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Turf Design, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discount programs and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A casual work environment where we have a recognition program for our team, and service awards. You will also be able to make the most of our fitness center and lunchtime cafe.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.

Turf Design's 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.

What’s 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

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Computational Design, Industrial Design, or related field.
• 2-3 years’ experience in Computational Design, 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?

• Master’s 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 a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1B in revenue, AWI has about 2,800 employees and a manufacturing network of fifteen 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 150 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 we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're 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 and 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!