Computational Design Specialist

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:

This role is part of Arcadis’ Global Excellence Centre (GEC) and will join our 3,000+ talented individuals working in India, Romania, and Philippines, in partnership with Arcadis’ offices globally. The GEC brings key capabilities and capacity to support our clients seamlessly around the world. For those in GEC there are options to be dedicated to one country; developing deep knowledge and strong relationships, as well as opportunities to be part of teams working truly globally as a centre of excellence, offering diversity and variety. Arcadians are by nature, globally minded and culturally aware, and Arcadis strongly believes in flexibility which enables change over time as your career progresses. The GEC model is well embedded in Arcadis, and the strong relationships that exist between our global offices are truly unique.

Do you love crafting new technical innovations that change everyday lives? You will join our Architecture team in Arcadis, part of Places Global Business Area. That's precisely what we do at Arcadis every single day, from bridges to stations and tunnels to offices, our designs bring together beauty and performance, shaping the world around us for future generations. Drawing together the needs of form and function with the latest technological and environmental advancements, we can deliver solutions that leave a legacy for future generations.

Role accountabilities:

• Collaborate with senior designers and project teams to develop and implement computational design solutions that meet project goals.
• Use parametric modeling tools to create and refine design iterations, optimizing geometries through algorithms and scripts.
• Contribute to the creation and refinement of algorithms to automate processes and generate complex geometries efficiently.
• Conduct simulations and analyses to assess design performance, providing insights for informed decision-making.
• Document methodologies and outcomes for knowledge sharing, and prepare reports on design strategies.
• Stay updated on trends in computational design and continuously enhance skills.
• Maintain clear communication with teams and actively participate in design discussions.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Computer Science, Computational Design, or related field.
• Proficiency in computational design software such as Rhino Grasshopper, Dynamo, or similar tools.
• Proficiency in Python is a plus.
• Strong understanding of parametric modeling and algorithmic design principles.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication and team collaboration abilities.
• Previous experience with parametric design projects is a plus.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

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We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day, which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people.

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