Hawkins Partners Inc · 3 months ago
Computational Designer – Landscape Architecture Focus
Nashville
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expHawkins Partners Inc is a firm committed to innovation and impact in urban and ecological design. As a Computational Designer, you will contribute to complex design projects while shaping the firm’s digital design culture and developing computational workflows that enhance efficiency and creativity.
Architecture & Planning
Responsibilities
Support design teams by developing computational workflows for site modeling, data analysis, and parametric design
Manage geometry across Rhino, Grasshopper, and Revit platforms, integrating inputs from Civil 3D, GIS, and environmental datasets in coordination with office BIM Manager
Translate complex site, ecological, and infrastructure data into expressive and buildable landscape forms
Prototype generative solutions and visualization strategies to communicate design intent and environmental performance
Collaborate closely with landscape architects, urban designers, and external consultants to align digital workflows with creative and technical goals
Author and maintain reusable scripts (Python, C#, Dynamo, or GH plugins) to streamline cross-platform integration and improve design efficiency. The emphasis is on Grasshopper with proficiency in other languages a plus
Contribute to the evolution of our firm’s digital design culture and computational standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Landscape Architecture or a related design/architecture field
2+ years of professional experience with a focus on urban or ecological projects
Proficiency in Rhino + Grasshopper and strong experience developing digital 3D landscape models
Familiarity with Revit workflows and ability to produce compelling renderings (D5 or Enscape preferred)
Strong graphic communication skills (visual + verbal)
Willingness to learn emerging software and explore innovative applications
Knowledge of construction detailing and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
Preferred
Proficient in Revit for construction documentation
Familiar with grading, planting design, and sustainable design practices
Interest in community engagement and participatory design
Experience scripting in Python, C#, or Dynamo to expand Grasshopper workflows
Familiarity with working with LankKit, Large Language Models Prompting, AI Image Generation, CFD, Ladybug, Blender, Unity, Houdini; or Fabrication
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance
401k plan
Continuing education support and professional development opportunities
Annual HPI City Visit (firm-wide learning trip)
Flexible hybrid work policy
A collaborative, design-driven studio where your ideas will be heard and implemented
Company
Hawkins Partners Inc
Based in the heart of Nashville's historic downtown, Hawkins Partners (HPI) provides professional service in landscape architecture, planning, urban design and environmental graphics.
11-50 employees
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