HNTB · 23 hours ago
Generative Design Engineer
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $216K/yr
5+ years expHNTB is a company focused on delivering solutions for complex infrastructure projects across the country. The Generative Design Engineer will support the Digital Transformation Solutions Group by advancing design workflows for transportation-related infrastructure projects, emphasizing automation and optimization in design processes.
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Responsibilities
Designs and leads digital delivery strategies for critical design and construction projects
Develops BIM workflows and oversees model coordination and visualization
Implements cutting-edge technologies and integrates with project systems
Leads automation initiatives and data analytics for construction insights
Provides technical leadership and mentorship across VDC teams
Collaborates with stakeholders to align digital deliverables with project goals
Ensures quality, scalability, and compliance of digital outputs
Manages tasks and budgets
Serves as Subject Matter Expert on pursuit teams
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree or certificate in computer-aided design (CAD), BIM, VDC, or a related field and 7 years of relevant experience, or
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field and 5 years of related experience, or
In lieu of education, 9 years of relevant experience
Demonstrated experience developing parametric and generative design workflows for real world projects
Strong understanding of design logic, geometry, constraints, and performance driven design
Ability to work across disciplines and communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
Experience supporting infrastructure and/or complex building projects
Experience reading and comprehending Design Criteria Manuals
Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for automation and innovation
Preferred
Experience with a combination of the following generative and computational design tools: Dynamo for Revit and Civil 3D, Grasshopper for Rhino, Autodesk Generative Design tools, Open Source tools
Experience with scripting and programming: Python, C Sharp or .NET, Visual programming workflows
Experience with BIM and Design Platforms: Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Civil 3D, Autodesk InfraWorks, Autodesk Navisworks, Bentley OpenRoads, OpenRail, OpenBridge, Bentley Generative Components, OpenSite+, and Synchro Analysis and Optimization, Design performance analysis tools, Data driven design and optimization frameworks
Certifications in BIM, CAD, or other VDC technologies
Certifications in project management (PMP, Agile) or management practices
Bachelor or Master's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Geospatial Science, Data Science, or Computer Science
Demonstrated experience integrating generative design into production BIM workflows
Familiarity with automation at scale and reusable tool development
Exposure to AI assisted or optimization-based design methods
Experience working in a collaborative design or VDC environment
Company
HNTB
HNTB Corporation is an architecture, civil engineering consulting and construction management firm.
5001-10000 employees
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